Timber Industry in Klamath Falls in 1970s: Collection of Materials, 1968-1984
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Overview of the Collection
- Title
- Timber Industry in Klamath Falls in 1970s: Collection of Materials
- Dates
- 1968-1984 (inclusive)19681984
- Quantity
- 1 box, (one box with 3 folders)
- Collection Number
- SHL160
- Summary
- Historically, timber formed the basis of Klamath County's economy. The collection is related to the local mills and timber industry in and around Klamath Falls from the end of 1960s to the beginning of 1980s.
- Repository
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Oregon Institute of Technology Libraries, Shaw Historical Library
Oregon Institute of Technology Libraries
3201 Campus Drive
Klamath Falls, OR
97601
Telephone: 5418851772
Fax: 5418851777
libtech@oit.edu - Languages
- English
Content Description
A box of materials arranged in 3 folders. Donated by Bill Johnson, this collection is related to the local mills and timber industry in and around Klamath Falls from the end of 1960s to the beginning of 1980s. The collection consists mainly of newspaper articles, but also has correspondence and various publications. Information on the operations of the local mills is presented, as well as on the Klamath County land owners and log suppliers. An inventory list is included.
Historical Note
Historically, timber formed the basis of Klamath County's economy. Though it contributes to only a small part of the current economy, it still holds historical significance to the community. Logging was the first major industry in Klamath Falls, the county seat.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Folder 1: Klamath Company Land Owners and Log SuppliersDates: 1976-1979
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Description: Folder 2: Information on Individual MillsDates: 1975-1980
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Description: Folder 3: Klamath Company Mills - ListsDates: 1968-1984
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Timber--Klamath Basin (Calif. and Or.)
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