Wilhoit Springs Resort records , 1899-1902

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Wilhoit Springs Resort
Title
Wilhoit Springs Resort records
Dates
1899-1902 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.5 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 manuscript box
Collection Number
Bx 027
Summary
The Wilhoit Springs Resort resort was founded by James Wilhoit, and was a favorite rusticating spot for tired Oregonians. The collection (1899-1902) consists of campers' records, a hotel record, a stage account, brochures regarding the resort and the area, small black and white prints of the resort, a few pieces of correspondence.
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 production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Most of the hotel, camper, and stage account information is located in the twenty-three journals/volumes in the collection.

There is also a folder of brochures, prints, and correspondence.

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Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Health resorts--Oregon--Clackamas County
  • Health resorts--Oregon--Wilhoit Mineral Springs
  • Hotels and resorts

Corporate Names

  • Wilhoit Springs Resort

Geographical Names

  • Clackamas County (Or.)--Description and travel
  • Wilhoit Mineral Springs (Or.)

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence
  • Journals (accounts)
  • Photographic prints