Lester C. Poor papers , 1897-1947

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Poor, Lester C., 1874-1967
Title
Lester C. Poor papers
Dates
1897-1947 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.5 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 manuscript box
Collection Number
Ax 384
Summary
Lester C. Poor (1874-1967) was a Methodist Episcopalian minister. The collection (1897-1947) contains sermons, sermon notes, and outlines.
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.

Additional Reference Guides

Paper finding aid with additional information is available in Special Collections & University Archives.

See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.

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

The sermons in the collection are arranged by sermon number, which corresponds to a date range. The date ranges are: 1897-1900; 1902-1904; 1904-1916; 1918-1929; 1930-1936; and 1937-1947. A paper finding aid available in the reading room gives a listing of the sermon title, number, and date ranges.

Also available are two folders of sermon notes and outlines.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Methodist Episcopal Church--Oregon--Clergy
  • Methodist Episcopal Church--Sermons
  • Sermons, American--20th century

Personal Names

  • Poor, Lester C., 1874-1967

Form or Genre Terms

  • Sermons