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J. William Terry papers , circa 1891-1966
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Terry, J. William, 1895-1956
- Title
- J. William Terry papers
- Dates
- circa 1891-1966 (inclusive)18911966
- Quantity
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3 linear feet, (2 containers)
- Collection Number
- Ax 830
- Summary
- J. William Terry (1895-1956) was a journalist, editor, columnist, and author. Collection contains editorial correspondence, manuscripts of books, short stories, articles, clippings, biographical material, notebooks, pamphlets, and memorabilia.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Paper finding aid with additional information is available in Special Collections & University Archives.
See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC)
Historical NoteReturn to Top
J. William Terry (1895-1956) was a journalist, editor, columnist, and author. He spent sixteen years as national publicity director and editor for the League of Nations Association. He also worked five years as lecturer and circuit manager of the Radcliff Chautauquas.
Publications he worked for include the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the New York Times, the New York Sun and the Morning Call. He is also known for writing the books A Restless Breed,The Peacemaker, and They Were All Courageous.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection contains editorial correspondence, manuscripts of books, short stories, articles, clippings, and other miscellaneous items.
Outgoing correspondence is arranged chronologically, and incoming correspondence is arranged by name. Correspondents include Arizona Pioneers' Historical Society, Columbia, Free Public Library, Ohioana Library Association, Sylva, United Spanish War Veterans, and World Publishing Company.
There are manuscripts of eight books, including The Restless Breed, Yankee Outland, Don't Do It Again, and The Peace Maker.
There are also manuscripts of fifteen articles, including those with revisions in holograph form.
Short stories include "A Hobo's return," "Our Machine Made Culture," "Sans Sentiment," and "A Strange Chat."
Clippings include those regarding The Restless Breed,, and other books and authors.
Miscellaneous items include biographical materials, notebooks, contracts, pamphlets, and memorabilia (including press cards and stationary).
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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| Guide to the J. William Terry Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- American fiction--20th century--Authorship
- Authors, American--20th century
- Editors--United States
- Journalists--United States
Personal Names
- Terry, J. William, 1895-1956
- Terry, J. William, 1895-1956
Form or Genre Terms
- Clippings
- Correspondence
- Manuscripts for publication
- Notebooks
- Pamphlets
- Short stories
University of Oregon Libraries Archivists' Toolkit Project Team and Jenn Newby
2012
