Clifton B. Stevens papers , 1888-1892
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Stevens, Clifton B., 1874-1892
- Title
- Clifton B. Stevens papers
- Dates
- 1888-1892 (inclusive)18881892
- Quantity
- 0.5 linear feet, (1 box)
- Collection Number
- Coll 453
- Summary
- Collection contains correspondence to Clifton B. Davis, early University of Oregon student and contributing editor for the student newspaper at the time, The Reflector.
- 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 Note
Clifton B. Stevens was born to William and Ellen Stevens on December 5, 1874 in Brooklyn, Minnesota. When Clifton was 15, his family moved to Eugene, Oregon, where he soon began attending classes at the University of Oregon. At the time, he was one of just 215 students on campus.
As a sophomore, Mr. Stevens was a contributing editor for the university newspaper, The Reflector, writing for both the Educational Topics and Exchange Notes sections. Tragically, on December 31, 1892, Clifton was killed by a shock from the electric lights on campus; he was just 18. He is buried in the Eugene Masonic Cemetery.
Content Description
The correspondence contained in this collection come primarily from Stevens family and friends back in Minnesota, and friends that Stevens made during his time in Oregon and at the University. Correspondents include Jonas Weil, Lena Goldsmith, William Stevens (his brother), William B. Roberts, and George Stuart. The letter box in which his correspondence was contained has been retained.
Also included in the collection are two assignments Stevens completed while at the University of Oregon, one on the subject of the Mississippi River, and one on the "value of rain."
Administrative Information
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Description: Guide to the Clifton B. Stevens papers
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- College student newspapers and periodicals--Oregon--Eugene
- College students--Oregon--Eugene
Corporate Names
- University of Oregon
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
