Lafayette Grover diary , 1851-1853

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Grover, La Fayette, 1823-1911
Title
Lafayette Grover diary
Dates
1851-1853 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.1 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 folder
Collection Number
A 042
Summary
Lafayette Grover served as Governor of Oregon from 1870-1877 and then resigned to become a United States Senator. His diary includes entries on his travels from Philadelphia to Portland and on his relations with figures such as Chief Justice Nelson along with his view on legislature.
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

Historical NoteReturn to Top

La Fayette Grover (1823-1911) served as Governor of Oregon from 1870-1877 and was then resigned to become a United States Senator.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Lafayette Grover's diary includes entries on his travels from Philadelphia to Portland and on his relations with figures such as Chief Justice Nelson.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Governors--Oregon

Geographical Names

  • Oregon National Historic Trail--Description and travel
  • Oregon Territory--Politics and government

Form or Genre Terms

  • Diaries