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James H. Beck collection on Drs. Hawthorne and Josephi, 1899-1990

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Beck, James Hawthorne
Title
James H. Beck collection on Drs. Hawthorne and Josephi
Dates
1899-1990 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.25 linear feet, (1 box)
Collection Number
2000-004
Summary
This collection consists of photocopied biographical material on Dr. James Hawthorne (1819-1881, founder of the Oregon Hospital for the Insane) and Dr. Simeon Josephi (1849-1935) collected by James H. Beck, a descendent of Hawthorne's.
Repository
Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives
Oregon Health & Science University
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd. MC:LIB
Portland, OR
97239
Telephone: 5034945587
hcaref@ohsu.edu
Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Languages
English
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Content Description

This collection consists of photocopied biographical material on Dr. James Hawthorne collected by his descendent James H. Beck, as well as materials on Dr. Simeon Josephi and his family, including a VHS-taped interview with his descendent George Durham.

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Biographical Note

Dr. James Hawthorne (1819-1881) founded the Oregon Hospital for the Insane in 1862; his protégé, Dr. Simeon Edward Josephi (1849-1935) carried on his work after he died. Dr. Josephi originally came west from New York City to work as Dr. Hawthorne's bookkeeper. After eight years on the business side of the hospital, he was inspired to also become a physician. He went on to become a prominent doctor, a two-term state senator, and the first dean of the University of Oregon Medical School (predecessor to OHSU).

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Preferred Citation

James H. Beck papers, Collection Number 2000-004, Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives

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Administrative Information

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Detailed Description of the Collection

  • Description: Videotape, c. 1990's: interview with George Durham
    Dates: 1990
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Simeon E. Josephi (2), photocopy
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Published articles containing the biography and genealogy of Simeon E. Josephi and the genealogy of George Clark Durham, showing his familial connection to Josephi, photocopy
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: News article on James C. Hawthorne, M.D., photocopy
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Obituary of Dr. Edward J. Durham, grandson of Dr. Josephi, photocopy
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Photograph of Simeon Josephi (2)
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 1

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Personal Names

  • Hawthorne, James C., 1819-1881
  • Josephi, Simeon Edward

Corporate Names

  • Oregon Hospital for the Insane (Portland, Or.)
  • Willamette University

Geographical Names

  • Oregon
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