William A. Shipley papers , 1866 June 9

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Shipley, William A., active 1866
Title
William A. Shipley papers
Dates
1866 June 9
Quantity
0.025 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 folder
Collection Number
CA 1866 June 9
Summary
The collection contains a letter and accompanying diagrams, dated June 9, 1866 from lieutenant William A. Shipley of the Quartermaster's office, to his superiors, regarding public buildings, including the Siletz Block House and supplies he wishes to sell.
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)

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

In the letter, Shipley asks permission to sell the public buildings at Siletz Block House, and provides diagrams showing the plan and construction of the House, and also a list of property and other supplies.

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Subject Terms

  • Public Buildings--Oregon--Siletz--Designs and plans
  • Quartermasters--Oregon--Correspondence
  • Real property--Oregon--Siletz

Personal Names

  • Shipley, William A., active 1866

Corporate Names

  • United States. Army
  • United States. Army. Division of the Pacific

Geographical Names

  • Oregon--History--19th century
  • Siletz (Or.)--History, Military

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence