Laura Amanda White papers, 1850-1944
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- White, Laura Amanda
- Title
- Laura Amanda White papers
- Dates
- 1850-1944 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- 1.30 cubic ft. (2 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 400052
- Summary
- The collection contains University of Wyoming profesor Laura A. White's research materials on political history and the Civil War.
- 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
Laura Amanda White (1882-1948) was nationally recognized for her work in the field of history, specifically the Civil War era. White came to the University of Wyoming as a history instructor in 1913. She was later made the first female history department head at the University. In 1944 White was elected to the American Historical Association council, making her the first UW faculty member to receive the honor. She was also an author, and wrote many short articles and two books. White Hall on the University of Wyoming campus was named for her.
Content Description
The collection contains White's research materials and largely consists of citations and notes referencing mid-nineteenth century political ideals that relate to an article authored by White on the subject. Much of the research material relates to references and citations, bibliographic sources, reference requests, notes and a few article clippings. The collection also contains an assortment of post cards and a copy of Frank Clark's diary. Clark was a Civil War soldier and the diary follows several months of his experiences in 1864.
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
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Laura Amanda White at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThis material was received from William H. (Bud) Moore in 2010
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by Samantha Fawcett, August 2011.
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Diary of Clark, Frank (copy)Dates: 1864Container: Box 1, Folder 2
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Description: Intellectuals and Nationalism from the 1850's -1860's Materials (Includes Writings, Bibliography and Discussion Notes)Dates: 1850-1946Container: Box 1, Container 2
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Description: Lantern SlidesDates: undatedContainer: Box 2
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Description: Postcard CollectionDates: 1907, 1934-1937, 1914-1943Container: Box 1
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Description: Reference Materials, Article Clippings, Library Use PoliciesDates: 1850-1943Container: Box 1, Container 3
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Description: Reference RequestsDates: 1931-1944Container: Box 1, Folder 1
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Description: Research Notes, Reference Materials and LocationsDates: 1919-1943Container: Box 1, Container 1
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Lantern slides.
- Political science -- United States -- History.
Corporate Names
- University of Wyoming. Dept. of History.
Geographical Names
- United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865
- Wyoming -- History, 1919-1945
