Timothy Kinney Autobiography, 1920-2012
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Kinney, Timothy.
- Title
- Timothy Kinney Autobiography
- Dates
- 1920-2012 (inclusive)19202012
1920 (bulk)19201920 - Quantity
- .1 cubic feet (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 12540
- 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.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Preliminary finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Timothy Kinney (1846-1923) was a Wyoming sheep rancher and businessman. He was born in County Mayo, Ireland, and emigrated to the United States, where he worked for the Union Pacific Railroad while building up his ranch.
Content Description
The collection contains a copy of Kinney's typescript autobiography, titled "Timothy Kinney: An Autobiography, 1920." Also included are some notes and a family genealogy written by later members of the Kinney family.
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
Location of Originals
Location of OriginalsMembers of the Kinney family retain possession of the original Kinney autobiographical manuscript which is photocopied in this collection.
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Timothy Kinney at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationProcessing Note
Processing InformationDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Link to Accessioning Worksheet (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Sheep industry -- Wyoming.
- Sheep ranches -- Wyoming.
Family Names
- Kinney family.
Geographical Names
- Wyoming -- History -- 1890-1918.
- Wyoming -- History -- To 1889.
