Ed Herschler Papers, 1964-1990
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Herschler, Ed, 1918-
- Title
- Ed Herschler Papers
- Dates
- 1964-1990 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- cubic ft. (15 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 11430
- Summary
- The collection contains papers and artifacts relating to the Wyoming gubernatorial and legal career of Ed Herschler.
- 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
Ed Herschler (1918-1990), was born in Lincoln County, Wyoming. He received his law degree from the University of Wyoming, and served in the Wyoming State House of Representatives from 1959-1969. Herschler was elected governor of Wyoming in 1974 and served in that role until 1987, becoming the only Wyoming governor to serve three terms. Upon leaving public office, Herschler continued to practice private law.
Content Description
The bulk of the Ed Herschler papers are made up of correspondence, press releases, speeches, and campaign materials from Herschler’s time as governor of Wyoming (1975-1987). The papers also include issue and legislative files, legal files, photographs, printed materials, and artifacts.
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
Arrangement
The Ed Herschler papers have been minimally processed.
Related Materials
Related MaterialsAdditional papers for Ed Herschler can be found at the Wyoming State Archives.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThis material was received from Phil Noble in 2004, Dave Freudenthal in 2009, and W. Don Nelson in July 2016.
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by Matthew Francis in March 2010 and updated by Jamie Greene in April 2017.
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Series I. Correspondence
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Description: Personal and PoliticalDates: 1974-1986Container: Box 1
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Description: Correspondence on Richard Jahnke Murder Case/SentencingDates: 1983-1985Container: Box 2-3
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Description: Phone Message on Richard Jahnke Murder Case/SentencingDates: 1983Container: Box 3
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Description: Greeting CardsDates: undatedContainer: Box 3
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Series II. Office Communications and Speeches
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Description: News ReleasesDates: 1976-1984Container: Box 4
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Description: News ReleasesDates: 1984-1985Container: Box 5
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Description: SpeechesDates: circa 1975-1986Container: Box 5-6
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Description: "ROC-US Trade and Investment Forum," Recording (Betamax)Dates: undatedContainer: Box 13
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Series III. Campaign Files
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Description: 1974 Campaign File, Herschler vs. JonesDates: 1974Container: Box 7
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Description: 1978 Campaign File, Herschler vs. OstlundDates: 1978Container: Box 7
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Description: 1982 Campaign File, Herschler vs. MortonDates: 1982Container: Box 7
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Description: 1982 Campaign Issue FilesDates: 1982Container: Box 7
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Description: 1982 Campaign Speech BankDates: 1982Container: Box 15
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Description: Election ReportsDates: 1974-1983Container: Box 7
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Description: Campaign Spots (Umatic and 3/4 Umatic)Dates: 1982Container: Box 8
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Description: Campaign Spots (Video Reel Tape)Dates: 1982Container: Box 8
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Description: Campaign Spots (VHS)Dates: undatedContainer: Box 8
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Description: Campaign Spots (Audio Reel)Dates: undatedContainer: Box 8
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Description: Campaign Posters, Stickers, Flyers, and CardsDates: 1982Container: Box 14 (Oversized Folder)
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Series IV. Gubernatorial Papers
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Description: Inaugural FilesDates: 1975Container: Box 9
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Description: Issue File - CorruptionDates: 1977-1982Container: Box 9
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Description: Issue File - Public LandsDates: 1983-1984Container: Box 9
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Description: Legislative - Testimony to US House Committee on Internal and Insular AffairsDates: 1979Container: Box 9
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Description: Legislative - Wyoming Legislative BillsDates: 1978, 1982Container: Box 9
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Description: Legislative Reports Recording (Umatic)Dates: undatedContainer: Box 9
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Description: Schedules and CalendarsDates: 1975-1986Container: Box 9
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Description: State Licenses (Issuing)Dates: 1975-1984Container: Box 10
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Series V. Legal Files
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Description: State of Wyoming v. Richard KirkDates: 1964-1978Container: Box 11
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Description: State of Wyoming v. William French Smith and National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak)Dates: 1983Container: Box 11
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Description: United States of America v. 30.27 Acres of Land, et al.Dates: 1976Container: Box 11
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Series VI. Miscellaneous
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Description: Photographs and Negatives (Bulk of Herschler with Constituents and Politicians)Dates: circa 1970s-1980sContainer: Box 11
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Description: Newspaper ClippingsDates: 1973-1984Container: Box 11
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Description: Miscellaneous Printed MaterialsDates: 1976-1986Container: Box 11
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Description: Guest BooksDates: 1979, undatedContainer: Box 11
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Description: Casper Star-Tribunes - Death of HerschlerDates: 2-6-1990 - 2-10-1990Container: Box 12
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Description: EulogyDates: 1990Container: Box 12
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Description: Herschler Funeral Recording (VHS)Dates: 1990Container: Box 13
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Description: "60 Minutes," (VHS)Dates: 9-3-1978, 10-15-1978Container: Box 13
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Description: Miscellaneous Artifacts and Ephemera (Plaques, Office Supplies, etc.)Dates: circa 1970s-1980sContainer: Box 13
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Description: Publications: state government planningDates: 1982Container: Box 15
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Description: Reports: "Facility Needs and Collocation Analysis for selected Human Service Agencies"Dates: 1985Container: Box 15
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Description: Reports: Cheyenne, Wyoming development and community needsDates: 1985Container: Box 15
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Description: Reports: Health services projectsDates: 1985Container: Box 15
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Description: Synthetic fuels conferenceDates: 1981Container: Box 15
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Advertising, Political--Wyoming.
- Political campaigns--Wyoming.
- Politicians--Wyoming--20th century.
- Politics, Practical.
Corporate Names
- Democratic Party (Wyo.)
Geographical Names
- Wyoming--History--1946-
- Wyoming--Politics and government--20th century.
