Van Winkle Anderson papers , 1899-1959

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Anderson, Van Winkle
Title
Van Winkle Anderson papers
Dates
1899-1959
Quantity
1 linear feet, (2 containers)  :  2 clamshell boxes
Collection Number
Ax 113
Summary
Van Winkle Anderson was a Realtor in Portland, Oregon, and a writer. The collection consists of correspondence and manuscripts.
Repository
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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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

Van Winkle Anderson was a Realtor in Portland, Oregon. He was also a writer.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The papers consist of correspondence, 1899-1959, much of it commentary on current events. One section of correspondence concerns property in Hull, England, 1920-1950. Also included are manuscripts, including book length and film/plays.

Manuscript titles are Fable, Blackie: The Autobiography of a Cat, Billy, Man's Best Friend, The Flag, and Who Is To Blame?.

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Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • American fiction--20th century--Authorship
  • Authors, American--20th century
  • Authors, American--Oregon
  • Motion picture authorship
  • Real estate agents--Oregon--Portland

Personal Names

  • Anderson, Van Winkle
  • Anderson, Van Winkle

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence
  • Manuscripts for publication
  • Motion picture plays