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Garry W. Jewett papers , 1938-1942
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Jewett, Garry W.
- Title
- Garry W. Jewett papers
- Dates
- 1938-1942 (inclusive)19381942
1938-1942 (inclusive)19381942 - Quantity
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3.5 linear feet, (3 containers)
3.5 linear feet, (3 containers)
- Collection Number
- Ax 147
- Summary
- Garry W. Jewett lived in Pomeroy, Washington and was an attorney for the Nez Percé tribe. The collection contains papers related to Jewett's service as attorney to the Nez Percé Indians.
- 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 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
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English, 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
Garry W. Jewett was an attorney and hotel owner in Pomeroy, Washington. He was an attorney for the Nez Percé tribe.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection contains papers related to Jewett's service as attorney to the Nez Percé Indians in the Court of Claims, case no. L-194, Joseph's Band of Nez Percé Tribe of Indians vs. The United States, 1938-1942. The files include correspondence with Clarence C. Dill. There are also two boxes of material from Jeanne Jewett, including family photographs, correspondence and scrapbooks.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the Garry W. Jewett Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Lawyers--Washington (State)--Pomeroy
- Legal assistance to Indians--United States
- Nez Perc� Indians--Legal status, laws, etc.
Personal Names
- Dill, Clarence C. (Clarence Cleveland), 1884-1978
- Jewett, Jeanne
- Joseph (Nez Percé Chief), 1840-1904
Corporate Names
- Idaho Children's Commission
Family Names
- Jewett Family of America
Form or Genre Terms
- Autograph albums
- Correspondence
- Letters (Correspondence)
- Photograph albums
- Photographs
- Yearbooks
Occupations
- Lawyers
