James Henry Bascom Royal papers , 1849-1855

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Royal, James Henry Bascom
Title
James Henry Bascom Royal papers
Dates
1849-1855 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.1 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 folder
Collection Number
A 106
Summary
The James Henry Bascom Royal papers include a journal of an overland trip from Illinois to Oregon, June 5, 1853-October 27, 1853; diaries, June 17, 1849-February 24, 1853 and December 19, 1853-July 4, 1855; and two letters from James H. Wilbur.
Repository
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

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.

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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

James Henry Bascom Royal crossed the plains from Illinois to Oregon in 1853, and taught at Umpqua Academy, 1854-1855.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Collection consists of a typed and photostat copy of Royal's diary and journal, and two letters from James H. Wilbur.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Location of Collection

Collection is located with other small manuscript collections.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Overland journeys to the Pacific
  • Pioneers--West (U.S.)

Personal Names

  • Royal, James Henry Bascom
  • Royal, James Henry Bascom
  • Wilbur, James Harvey, 1811-1887

Corporate Names

  • Umpqua Academy (Wilbur, Or.)

Form or Genre Terms

  • Diaries
  • Overland journals