Reverend George Henry Atkinson papers, 1869-1889

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Atkinson, G.H. (George Henry)
Title
Reverend George Henry Atkinson papers
Dates
1869-1889 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.2 linear feet, (1 box)
Collection Number
WCMss.100
Summary
The Reverend George Henry Atkinson collection holds printed materials by and about the Reverend George Henry Atkinson, a pioneer who lived in Oregon from 1848 to 1889.
Repository
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Penrose Library, Room 130
345 Boyer Avenue
Walla Walla, WA
99362
Telephone: 5095275922
Fax: 5095264785
archives@whitman.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Languages
English

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This collection consists of the writings of Reverend Atkinson which include "The American Colonist in Oregon," "The First Day Sabbath-Its Law" and "Fruit of the Oregon Mission." Also included are a biography of his life written by the Reverend M. Eells titled, "Sketch of the Life of Rev. George H. Atkinson, D.D." and a book, "In Memoriam Reverend George Henry Atkinson."

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Acquisition Information

Donated to the Whitman College and Northwest Archives by Mr. and Mrs. Warren Leitch in April 1992. The accession number is retro-0016.

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Geographical Names

  • Oregon--History