John Kelly correspondence , 1855-1889

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Mitchell, John H. (John Hipple), 1835-1905; Kelly, John, 1818-
Title
John Kelly correspondence
Dates
1855-1889 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.5 linear feet, (1 container)
Collection Number
Ax 148
Summary
An active participant in early Oregon government, John Kelly (1818- ) was an Irishman and a Republican. The collection consists of Kelly's correspondence, as well as some assorted bills and receipts.
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

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Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).

Historical NoteReturn to Top

John Kelly (1818- ) was an Irishman and a Republican. Born in Dublin, he came to Canada in 1838, and moved to Vermont in 1841. After service in the Mexican War he came to Oregon in 1849, went to California, and returned to Oregon in 1851, settling in Douglas County. He moved to Springfield in 1866. He was register of the Land Office, Roseburg, 1861-1866, and collector of customs, Portland, 1876-1880. He served on the Republican State Central Committee between 1876 and 1884, and was delegate to Republican state conventions, 1860 to 1866. His advice on political affairs was often sought and always given.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Except for occasional drafts of letters sent, the correspondence consists of letters received by Kelly. There are 68 letters trom John H. Mitchell. Other major correspondents include: William H. Byars, George Conn, Joseph W. Drew, Addison R. Flint, Addison C. Gibbs, Solomon Hirsch, J. W. P. Huntington, Harrison R. Kincaid, John R. McBride, Rufus Mallory, William Morgan, William G. Morris, William H. Odell, Byron J. Pengra, Benjamin Simpson, Riley E. Stratton, James F. Watson, Henry A. Webster, George H. Williams. There is also a folder of assorted bills and receipts, primarily for groceries and household items.

Manuscript calendar in Library.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Politicians--Oregon--Correspondence

Geographical Names

  • Oregon--Politics and government--1859-1950

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence
  • Receipts (financial records)