H. William Axford papers,, 1870-1976
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Axford, H. William.
- Title
- H. William Axford papers,
- Dates
- 1870-1976 (inclusive)18701976
- Quantity
- 6.5 cubic feet (7 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 08137
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
H.W. Axford used McFarlane family papers to write a book on Peter B. McFarlane (1848-1929), Gilpin County, Colorado, mining and milling entrepreneur. McFarlane came to Central City, Colorado, in 1869 and was active in business and community affairs until his death. He helped develop the Gilpin County Slow Drop Stamp Mill and Gilpin County Gilt Edge Concentrator. From 1900 to 1927 he operated the Central City Opera House.
Content Description
The collection contains mining contracts, deeds and other legal papers, business correspondence and receipts (1872-1927), and a cash account book for 1895-1897. Also included are two diaries of Peter McFarlane's for the years 1870 and 1871, photographs, and an audiotaped interview with McFarlane's daughter, Yetta McFarlane Demeter.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Untitled
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Gold mines and mining -- Colorado.
- Mines and mineral resources -- Colorado.
Personal Names
- Demeter, Yetta McFarlane.
- McFarlane, Peter Barclay, 1848-1929.
Corporate Names
- Barclay & Company.
- McFarlane and Company.
Geographical Names
- Central City (Colo.)
- Gilpin County (Colo.)
Form or Genre Terms
- Deeds.
- Diaries.
- Photographs.
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Axford, H. William -- Gilpin County Gold.
