Arthur John Prideaux papers

Arthur John Prideaux papers, 1876-1972

Overview of the Collection

Creator: Prideaux, Arthur John
Title: Arthur John Prideaux papers
Dates: 1876-1972 (inclusive)
18761972
Quantity: 1 cubic feet, (1 record carton)
Collection Number: Mss 1377
Summary: Arthur John Prideaux was principal of Woodstock School in Portland for 34 years. Collection includes correspondence, clippings and memorabilia regarding education and schools, particularly regarding Woodstock School. Also included are memorabilia and clippings regarding Methodist Church history and activities in Portland, Oregon.
Repository: Oregon Historical Society Research Library
1200 SW Park Avenue
Portland, OR
97205
Telephone: 503-306-5240
Fax: 503-219-2040
libreference@ohs.org
Access Restrictions: Collection is open for research.
Languages: English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

Arthur John Prideaux, a teacher and principal in Portland, was born in 1879 in Multnomah County. He was a graduate of Pacific University. Before becoming a teacher, he worked at the Portland Coffee and Spice Company as a clerk. He taught at South Mount Tabor School and was a principal for 34 years at Woodstock School. He died in 1977 in Milwaukie, Oregon.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Collection consists of papers of Arthur John Prideaux, including correspondence, clippings, and memorabilia regarding education and schools, particularly the Woodstock school he where was principal. These materials date primarily from 1892 to 1969. Also included are memorabilia and clippings, 1896 to 1972, regarding Methodist Church history and activities in Portland, Oregon.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Preferred Citation

Arthur John Prideaux papers, Mss 1377, Oregon Historical Society Research Library.

Restrictions on Use

The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.

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