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Keith and Rhonda Olson papers, 1900-1904

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Olson, Keith; Olson, Rhonda
Title
Keith and Rhonda Olson papers
Dates
1900-1904 (inclusive)
Quantity
1 folder, (2 papers in one oversize folder)
Collection Number
MG 5890
Summary
Two homestead certificates from 1900 and 1904 for the Olson family, local to Deary, Idaho.
Repository
University of Idaho Library, Special Collections and Archives
Special Collections and Archives
University of Idaho Library
875 Perimeter Drive
MS 2350
Moscow, ID
83844-2350
Telephone: 2088850845
libspec@uidaho.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Languages
English
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Content Description

This collection contains two homestead certificates for the Olson family upon their settlement in the Deary, ID area between 1900 and 1904. Andrew Olson immigrated from Sweden and was a longtime resident of the area. This material includes details of the land that Olson homesteaded.

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Historical Note

The original Olson Farm was homesteaded by Andrew Olson, an immigrant from Sweden. The homestead was for 160 acres. Andrew acquired more acreage from adjacent neighbor land owners, including 160 acres from Ole Pederson. These land deeds are contained in this collection.

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Use of the Collection

Preferred Citation

FOR DOCUMENTS Author, Description or "Title" of item, date. Collection name, collection number, box, folder. University of Idaho Library Special Collections and Archives, Moscow, ID.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

Original order retained.

Acquisition Information

The materials in this collection were donated by Keith and Rhonda Olson in 2025.

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Other Creators

  • Personal Names

    • Olson, Keith (fmo)
    • Olson, Rhonda (fmo)
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