James Clay Shaw papers, 1885-1944
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Shaw, James Clay, 1852-1943.
- Title
- James Clay Shaw papers
- Dates
- 1885-1944 (inclusive)18851944
- Quantity
- 1.35 cubic feet (3 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 01342
- 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
Shaw was a rancher from Orin, Wyoming, who served as Democratic state representative in 1915.
Content Description
Collection contains scattered correspondence, memorandum and account books, and miscellaneous materials relating to Shaw as a rancher and state representative. There are also a 1935 autobiographical account, a 1916 Cheyenne, Wyoming, Board of Livestock Commissioners brand book, and some Wyoming Wool Growers Association materials (1936-1941).
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
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container list)s 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
- Cattle trade -- Wyoming.
- Frontier and pioneer life -- Wyoming.
- Livestock brands -- Wyoming.
- Sheep industry -- Wyoming.
Corporate Names
- Wyoming Wool Growers Association.
Geographical Names
- Wyoming -- History -- 1890-1918.
- Wyoming -- History -- 1919-1945.
- Wyoming -- History -- To 1889.
Occupations
- Ranchers.
