Garry W. Jewett papers , 1938-1942

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Jewett, Garry W.
Title
Garry W. Jewett papers
Dates
1938-1942 (inclusive)
1938-1942 (inclusive)
Quantity
3.5 linear feet, (3 containers)
3.5 linear feet, (3 containers)
Collection Number
Ax 147
Summary
Garry W. Jewett lived in Pomeroy, Washington and was an attorney for the Nez Percé tribe. The collection contains papers related to Jewett's service as attorney to the Nez Percé Indians.
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, 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

Garry W. Jewett was an attorney and hotel owner in Pomeroy, Washington. He was an attorney for the Nez Percé tribe.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection contains papers related to Jewett's service as attorney to the Nez Percé Indians in the Court of Claims, case no. L-194, Joseph's Band of Nez Percé Tribe of Indians vs. The United States, 1938-1942. The files include correspondence with Clarence C. Dill. There are also two boxes of material from Jeanne Jewett, including family photographs, correspondence and scrapbooks.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Description
Guide to the Garry W. Jewett Papers

Finding aid prepared by Vida Germano
2004

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