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Proebsting family papers , 1891-1931
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Proebsting, Edward L.; Proebsting, Lottie A.
- Title
- Proebsting family papers
- Dates
- 1891-1931 (inclusive)
- Quantity
- .25 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 half manuscript box
- Collection Number
- Coll 505
- Summary
- The Proebsting family lived in Montana and Idaho before moving to Medford, Oregon in 1916. The collection includes correspondence, clippings, and a stock agreement.
- 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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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Edward Louis Proebsting (1865-1917) was born in Iowa, and worked as a pharmacist. Lottie Ann Heine (1866-1931) was born in Canada, and immigrated to the United States in 1892 to marry Edward. They lived in Philipsburg, Montana, where Edward managed a drug store named Brock and Proebsting. At the turn of the century, Edward and Lottie moved to Wallace, Idaho with their two sons. In 1916, the family moved to Medford, Oregon. Edward and Lottie are buried at the Eastwood IOOF Cemetery in Medford, Oregon.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Proebsting family papers includes correspondence, stock documents and clippings. The correspondence comprises the majority of the collection, and focuses on the relationship between Edward and Lottie.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to Proebsting Family papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Pharmacists
Geographical Names
- Medford (Or.)
- Philipsburg (Mont.)
- Wallace (Idaho)
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Family papers
