Ray Palmer Tracy papers , 1931-1957

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Tracy, Ray Palmer, 1886-1966
Title
Ray Palmer Tracy papers
Dates
1931-1957 (inclusive)
Quantity
2 linear feet, (2 containers)  :  1 record storage box, 1 manuscript box
Collection Number
Ax 566
Summary
Ray Palmer Tracy (1886-1966) was an author of western stories and novels. The collection includes manuscripts and biographical material.
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
Sponsor
Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Ray Palmer Tracy (1886-1966) was born in West Charleston, Vermont. He spent his early years on a cattle ranch in northern California. He attended Oregon Agricultural College (now Oregon State University), worked as a teamster, ranch hand, and forest ranger. He became an author of western stories and novels. He lived in Condon, Oregon.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection includes manuscripts and biographical material.

The manuscripts are organized alphabetically by title and are separated into novels and novelettes, short stories, and article sections. Material includes drafts, revised versions, correspondence, and manuscript fragments.

The biographical material includes an autobiographical series published in 1957, tearsheets, and clippings.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Authors, American--20th century
  • Authors, American--Oregon
  • Forest rangers--Northwest, Pacific
  • Western stories--Authorship

Personal Names

  • Tracy, Ray Palmer, 1886-1966
  • Tracy, Ray Palmer, 1886-1966

Form or Genre Terms

  • Autobiographies
  • Correspondence
  • Manuscripts for publication
  • Western stories