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Woolverton family papers , 1864-1941
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Loughary, W. A., Mrs; Woolverton (Family : 1864-1941 : Or.); National and International Association of Woolvertons (Wolverton) ; Wolverton, Bruce, 1853-1929
- Title
- Woolverton family papers
- Dates
- 1864-1941 (inclusive)18641941
1864-1902 (bulk)18641902 - Quantity
- 0.025 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 folder
- Collection Number
- A 149
- Summary
- John Woolverton came overland from Iowa to Oregon in 1856 and settled in Polk County, Oregon. The collection (1864-1941) contains a copy of an overland journal to Oregon, a history of John Woolverton, and proceedings of the National and International Association of Woolvertons.
- 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
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection (1864-1941) contains a copy of an overland journal to Oregon, a history of John Woolverton, and proceedings of the National and International Association of Woolvertons.
The overland journal is a typed copy of an 1864 journal by Mrs. W. A. Loughary, describing the journey from Iowa to Oregon.
The collection includes proceedings (a newsletter) of the National and International Association of Woolvertons, 1941.
There is also a history of John Woolverton (1822-1902) and family, by Bruce Woolverton, and other writings about members of the extended Woolverton family.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the Woolverton Family Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Overland journeys to the Pacific
- Pioneers--Oregon--Diaries
- Pioneers--Oregon--Monmouth
- Pioneers--Oregon--Polk County
Personal Names
- Wolverton, John, 1822-1902
Family Names
- Wolverton family
Form or Genre Terms
- Family histories
- Overland journals
