Steamship R. R. Thompson plans, circa 1878-1950
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Overview of the Collection
- Title
- Steamship R. R. Thompson plans
- Dates
- circa 1878-1950 (inclusive)18781950
- Quantity
- 0.1 cubic feet, (1 oversize folder)
- Collection Number
- Mss 4051
- Summary
- Collection consists of plans of the steamer R. R. Thompson, which was originally designed by John Gates. It is unknown whether the plans are original or are later reproductions. Drawings include top and side views; deck plans; and plans of the engine, boiler, and piston head and rings.
- Repository
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Oregon Historical Society Research Library
1200 SW Park Avenue
Portland, OR
97205
Telephone: 503-306-5240
Fax: 503-219-2040
libreference@ohs.org - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open for research.
- Languages
- English
Content Description
Collection consists of 14 plans on 8 sheets of the steamer R. R. Thompson, which was originally designed by John Gates. It is unknown whether the plans are original or are later reproductions; they include writing in at least two different hands. Drawings include plans of top and side views; a plan of the freight deck lowerhouse, skylight, and texas; a plan of the cabin deck; engine plans; boiler plans; mechanical plans; and a plan of the piston head and rings. Some sheets are stamped: "Oregon Historical Society - Portland, Oregon / from the collection of L. C. Hosford."
Use of the Collection
Alternative Forms Available
The plans are viewable online in OHS Digital Collections.
Preferred Citation
Steamship R. R. Thompson plans, Mss 4051, Oregon Historical Society Research Library.
Restrictions on Use
The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.
Administrative Information
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Naval architecture--Designs and plans
- Steamboats--Design and construction
Corporate Names
- R. R. Thompson (Steamship)--Designs and plans
Form or Genre Terms
- ships plans
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Gates, John, 1829-1888 (architect)
