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Albert L. Shelton papers , 1919-1923
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Shelton, A. L. (Albert Leroy), 1875-1922
- Title
- Albert L. Shelton papers
- Dates
- 1919-1923 (inclusive)19191923
- Quantity
- 2.75 linear feet, (3 containers)
- Collection Number
- Coll 053
- Summary
- Dr. and Mrs. Albert L. Shelton were Christian missionaries in Tibet. The collection consist of literary manuscripts, tearsheets, and notes that reflect their career as missionaries.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Dr. and Mrs. Albert L. Shelton were missionaries in Tibet from 1903 until Dr. Shelton was killed by robbers in 1922. They were stationed in Batang. Dr. Shelton was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 9, 1875. He attended State Normal in Emporia, Kansas, and received his medical degree from the Medical College of Kentucky University in Louisville. In 1899 he married Flora Flavia Beale, who was born in 1871 in Madison, Indiana and also attended State Normal.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Shelton Papers consists of literary manuscripts, and tearsheets by or about Shelton, handwritten notes, and printed material about Tibet. One folder of loose photographs and one photograph album are included.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the Albert L. Shelton papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Missionaries
Geographical Names
- Tibet Autonomous Region (China)
Form or Genre Terms
- Photograph albums
- Photographic prints
- Snapshots
