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Julia A. Holt letters , 1865-1875
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Holt, Julia A.
- Title
- Julia A. Holt letters
- Dates
- 1865-1875 (inclusive)18651875
- Quantity
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0.1 linear feet, (1 folder)
- Collection Number
- SFM 113
- Summary
- The Julia Holt papers consist of correspondence between Julia Holt and her sister Adella Holt describing Julia's journey to Oregon in 1866.
- Repository
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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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Collection is open to the public.
Collection must be used in Special Collections & University Archives Reading Room.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Julia Holt was the daughter of Alfred Holt. She traveled from Lexington, Georgia, to Oregon in 1866, by way of the isthmus of Panama.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Julia Holt papers comprise one folder of correspondence from sisters Julia A. Holt (Mansfield Beach) and Adella Holt (Grimes) to their aunt and uncle in Georgia. The letters give an account of the Holt family's journey from Lexington, Georgia, across the isthmus of Panama to Oregon in 1866, and describe the family's life in Oregon. The collection includes original letters and photocopies of typescripts of additional letters.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the Julia A. Holt Letters |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Frontier and pioneer life
Personal Names
- Holt, Adella, -1928
- Holt, Adella, -1928
- Holt, Julia A.
Geographical Names
- Oregon--Description and travel
- Oregon--Social life and customs
