John Conrad Auer papers, 1902-1983
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Auer, John Conrad, 1860-1944.
- Title
- John Conrad Auer papers
- Dates
- 1902-1983 (inclusive)19021983
1902-1919 (bulk)19021919 - Quantity
- .83 cubic feet (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 08904
- Summary
- 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
John Conrad Auer (1860-1944) came to the United States from Switzerland and settled in Fremont County, Wyoming, by 1904. He and his son, John H. Auer, ranched in the Beaver Creek area for many years, but attempts to irrigate and farm their property were less successful.
Content Description
This collection contains news clippings (1983) by John H. Auer recounting his early life and the history of the Beaver Creek area, along with blueprints of ditches, a map of the area, water appropriation certificates, and Land Office certificates, all regarding John C. Auer's lands in Fremont County, Wyoming, from about 1904 to 1919.
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
This collection is arranged in the following series:
I. Biographical material, 1902, 1983
II. Blueprints, 1904-1919
III. Legal documents, 1907-1913
IV. Map, undated
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Untitled
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Irrigation -- Wyoming.
Family Names
- Auer family.
Geographical Names
- Wyoming -- History -- 1890-1918.
