Virgil Kellogg Pringle and Pherne Brown emigrated to Oregon from Missouri in 1846. Pherne was a daughter of Tabitha Brown, one of the founders of Pacific University.
[item identification], Pringle Famlily Collection, Pacific University Archives, Forest Grove, Oregon.
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The original diaries and drawings are in fragile condition; researchers will initially be referred to the transcripts and photocopies.
No accruals are expected.
The collection consists of original drawings (and reproductions), by Pherne Brown Pringle, in a scrapbook and also loose pages; two diaries kept by Virgil Kellog Pringle (1846 and 1852-1856; originals and typescripts); and family correspondence (original and typescripts). Also includes correspondence with Pacific University officials with various family members.