John Shaver journal , 1868
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Shaver, John (Of North Carolina)
- Title
- John Shaver journal
- Dates
- 1868 (inclusive)18681868
- Quantity
- 0.1 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 volume
- Collection Number
- A 109
- Summary
- John Shaver was from South Mountain, North Carolina. He sailed on the Henry Chauncey to Aspinwall, crossed the isthmus, and proceeded on the Sacramento to San Francisco, Mar. 11 to Apr. 2, 1868. Journal describes his journey.
- 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
John Shaver was from South Mountain, North Carolina. He sailed on the Henry Chauncey from Aspinwall, Pennsylvania, across the isthmus of Panama, and on to San Francisco, California.
Content Description
John Shaver's journal describes his voyage on the steam ship Henry Chauncey from the east coast of the United States to San Francisco from March 11 to April 2, 1868.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Guide to the John Shaver Journal
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Steamboats--Passenger accommodation
- Voyages to the Pacific coast
Geographical Names
- California
- California--Description and travel
- Panama, Isthmus of (Panama)--Desccription and travel
Form or Genre Terms
- Diaries
- Journals (accounts)
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