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Powell family papers , 1851-1918
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Powell family
- Title
- Powell family papers
- Dates
- 1851-1918 (inclusive)18511918
- Quantity
- 1.5 linear feet, (1 container)
- Collection Number
- Ax 521
- Summary
- Collection consists of personal, social, and business records relating to the John A. Powell family and the Joseph B.V. Butler family of Linn and Polk counties, Oregon. The collection includes the following: 1. Manuscript guide book listing mileage and condition of the trail from Fort Hall to the John Day River, Oregon in 1851. It includes sundry feed and ferriage accounts for the overland journey, and accounts of the estate of Anthony Probst, deceased. 2. Account book, 1857-1871, and daybook, 1868-1869, of lumber and mill work sales by the Powell mill, Linn County, Oregon. 3. Memory book of Paradine Butler, 1853, with verses, sentiments, and braided hair samples. 4. Diary of Rilla Yambert, McCutchenville, Ohio, 1884, describing housework, teaching of Sunday school, singing school, and organ playing. 5. Ledger of Ezra Poppleton's general store, Monmouth, Oregon, 1874-1876 (2 volumes). Volume 1 includes the 1866-1867 ledger of G.T. Bolter, broom maker in Portland, Oregon. 6. Copybook of Allie Butler, Monmouth, Oregon, 1877, containing transcriptions of sacred and popular songs. 7. Articles of incorporation and minutes of directors of Alden Fruit Preserving Co., Monmouth, Oregon, 1877-1878. 8. Constitution and by-laws, membership list, and minutes of Monmouth Literary Association, 1898-1901. 9. Constitution, membership list, and minutes of the Priscilla Club of Monmouth, Oregon, 1914-1918.
- 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
The Powell family traveled overland from Monmouth, Illinois to Monmouth, Oregon in the 1850s. Ira F.M. Butler and Joseph B.V. Butler, Sr. traveled with their families to Monmouth in 1849 from Monmouth, Illinois. Ira C. Powell worked at the U.S. National Bank in Monmouth. He started in 1889 and continued until his death in 1940. He worked as a janitor, clerk, bookkeeper, manager, and finally as president from 1915 to 1940. J.F. Powell was part of the Novello Quartette in the 1890s. J.B.V. Butler, Sr. and his wife Elizabeth were influential in Monmouth. Maggie and Alice Butler, sisters, helped students attend college by setting them up with part time employment. A.D. Butler, brother of Maggie and Alice, also lived in town. J.B.V. Butler, Sr. was postmaster of the town for nine years, starting in 1859.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection consists of personal, social, and business records relating to the John A. Powell family and the Joseph B.V. Butler family of Linn and Polk counties, Oregon. The collection includes the following: 1. Manuscript guide book listing mileage and condition of the trail from Fort Hall to the John Day River, Oregon in 1851. It includes sundry feed and ferriage accounts for the overland journey, and accounts of the estate of Anthony Probst, deceased. 2. Account book, 1857-1871, and daybook, 1868-1869, of lumber and mill work sales by the Powell mill, Linn County, Oregon. 3. Memory book of Paradine Butler, 1853, with verses, sentiments, and braided hair samples. 4. Diary of Rilla Yambert, McCutchenville, Ohio, 1884, describing housework, teaching of Sunday school, singing school, and organ playing. 5. Ledger of Ezra Poppleton's general store, Monmouth, Oregon, 1874-1876 (2 volumes). Volume 1 includes the 1866-1867 ledger of G.T. Bolter, broom maker in Portland, Oregon. 6. Copybook of Allie Butler, Monmouth, Oregon, 1877, containing transcriptions of sacred and popular songs. 7. Articles of incorporation and minutes of directors of Alden Fruit Preserving Co., Monmouth, Oregon, 1877-1878. 8. Constitution and by-laws, membership list, and minutes of Monmouth Literary Association, 1898-1901. 9. Constitution, membership list, and minutes of the Priscilla Club of Monmouth, Oregon, 1914-1918.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the Powell family papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Business enterprises--Oregon--Monmouth
- Overland journeys to the Pacific
Personal Names
- Butler, Allie
- Butler, Joseph B. V.
- Butler, Paradine
- Powell, John A.
Corporate Names
- Alden Fruit Preserving Co. (Monmouth, Or.)
Family Names
- Butler family
- Powell family
Geographical Names
- Monmouth (Or.)--Social life and customs--19th century
- Oregon National Historic Trail
Form or Genre Terms
- Copy books (Penmanship)
- Diaries
- Membership lists
Finding aid prepared by University of Oregon Libraries, Archivists' Toolkit Project Team
2010
