Rodney Glisan letter to A. B. Hallock , 1860 January 17

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Glisan, Rodney, 1827-1890
Title
Rodney Glisan letter to A. B. Hallock
Dates
1860 January 17
Quantity
0.1 linear feet, (1 letter)
Collection Number
CA 1860 Jan 17
Summary
Rodney Glisan and Absalom B. Hallock were prominent figures in mid-19th century Portland, Oregon. The collection consists of a single letter from Glisan to Hallock.
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
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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Rodney Glisan (1827-1890) was an early Portland medical doctor and professor. Absalom B. Hallock (1826-1892) was one of Portland's earliest contractors.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

One page letter from Rodney Glisan of Fort Yamhill, Oregon, to Absalom B. Hallock of Portland, Oregon, January 17, 1860. Glisan proposes advertising for a tenant to rent a new house in Portland.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Real property--Oregon--Portland
  • Rental housing--Oregon--Portland

Geographical Names

  • Portland (Or.)--Social conditions--19th century

Form or Genre Terms

  • Letters (Correspondence)

Other Creators

  • Personal Names
    • Hallock, Absalom B. , 1826-1892 (crp)