Brewer and Chew Family Papers, 1868-1995

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Brewer-Chew family
Title
Brewer and Chew Family Papers
Dates
1868-1995 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.4 linear feet, (1 manuscript box)
Collection Number
WCMss.131
Summary
The Brewer and Chew Family Papers contain materials related to the Northwest pioneer Brewer and Chew families who came overland to settle in the Walla Walla, Washington Valley. These papers contain photographs, correspondence, and autograph albums. These papers, which date from 1868 through 1995, also contains certificates of training, geneological writings, and magazines.
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

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Brewer-Chew Family Papers consists of photographs, correspondence, and autograph albums. These papers, which date from 1868 through 1995, also contain certificates of training, and genealogical writings. A copy of the April 26, 1919 magazine, "The Country Gentleman" with an article titled "The Best Farmer in Washington" that describes the farming operations of Benjamin F. "Frank" Brewer, is included.

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Acquisition Information

Donated to the Whitman College and Northwest Archives by Dallas A. and M. Charlotte Hooper. on 1975 March 19. The accession number associated with this donation is retro-0276.

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Geographical Names

  • Washington (State)--History