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Charlotte Dehnert papers, 1934-2019

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Dehnert, Charlotte
Title
Charlotte Dehnert papers
Dates
1934-2019 (inclusive)
Quantity
.45 cubic ft. (1 box)
Collection Number
12835
Summary
Charlotte Dehnert was a journalist and author from Lander, Wyoming. Collection contains manuscripts, a signed copy of the book, photographs, correspondence, and research notes regarding Dehnert's book about Lester C. Hunt.
Repository
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

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

Charlotte Dehnert was a journalist and author from Lander, Wyoming. She was featured in the Billings Gazette, Wyoming State Journal, and Casper Star Tribune, among others over three decades. Dehnert published her book, “Lester Callaway Hunt: He Put Wyoming’s Bucking Horse On the Map” in 2019. The book is about Lester C. Hunt, a Wyoming governor, and highlights his contributions to the state’s history.

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Content Description

This collection contains the research and manuscript materials for Dehnert’s book on Lester Hunt, “Lester Callaway Hunt: He Put Wyoming’s Bucking Horse On the Map.” Included in the collection are photographs and materials related to Hunt’s life, correspondence with Hunt and his wife, notes, copies of the original manuscript, and a signed copy of the 2019 book.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Copyright Information

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Restrictions on Use

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Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from Charlotte H. Dehnert in November of 2021.

Processing Note

The collection was processed by Brittany Heye in May of 2022.

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by Charlotte Dehnert at the date of processing.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

  • Description: Book: "Lester Callaway Hunt: He Put Wyoming's Bucking Horse On the Map" by Charlotte Dehnert
    Dates: 2019
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Book promotion poster
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Correspondence: Mrs. and Mr. Hunt
    Dates: 1983-1984
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Governor Lester Hunt materials
    Dates: 1934-1951
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Interview correspondence notes - Lester Hunt
    Dates: 1983
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Manuscript: "Lester Callaway Hunt, Pitcher from Peoria" by Charlotte H. Dehnert
    Dates: 1984
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Manuscript: "Lester Callaway Hunt, Pitcher from Peoria" original publishing manuscript
    Dates: 1989
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Newspapers: Lester Hunt
    Dates: 1984-1985
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Photographs for book: Lester Hunt
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1

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Subject Terms

  • Authors, American -- Wyoming.
  • Journalism -- Wyoming.
  • Legislators -- Wyoming.
  • Politicians -- Wyoming.
  • Politics, Practical -- United States.

Personal Names

  • Hunt, Lester C. (Lester Calloway), 1892-1954.

Geographical Names

  • Wyoming -- History -- 1919-1945.
  • Wyoming -- History -- 1946-1999.
  • Wyoming -- Politics and government.
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