Overland Journeys to the Northwestern United States
Found in 49 Collections and/or Records:
Hamilton Scott Diary
The Hamilton Scott Diary, which dates from circa 1862, contains a typescript of diary written by Hamilton Scott, who journeyed from Freemont, Iowa to Walla Walla, Washington. This collection also has notes by Alvin Zaring pertaining to Hamilton Scott and other pioneers.
Lafayette Spencer Papers
The Lafayette Spencer Papers, which date from circa 1852, contains a copy of a journal written by Lafayette Spencer titled, "Journal of the Oregon Trail."
J.A. Stoughton Collection
The J.A. Stoughton Collection, which dates from circa 1895, contains a typed account of J.A. Stoughton's journey to Oregon.
Samuel M. Stout Journal
The Samuel M. Stout Journal, which dates from circa 1851, houses a typed and photocopied version of Samuel M. Stout's journal.
Alexander W. Sweeney Papers
The Alexander W. Sweeney Papers, which date from circa 1886, contain materials related to Alexander W. Sweeney and his wife, Angeline. These papers consist of a handwritten account of A.W. Sweeney's life as a clergyman throughout the Northwest and a newspaper article about his wife, Angeline Sweeney.
Sweezea Family Papers
The Sweezea Family Papers dates from 1901 through 1998. The collection contains papers, photographs and a family history written by Clint Sweezea relating to the Sweezea family, a pioneer family in the Walla Walla area.
Margaret Thiel Papers
The Margaret Thiel Papers, which date from circa 1862, contain a typescript copy of "Stirring Tales of Trip West," the story of Margaret Thiel's journey across the plains in 1862.
Michael B. Ward Diary
The Michael B. Ward Diary, which dates from circa 1851, includes a photocopy of a combined letterbook and diary belonging to Michael B. Ward.
William P. Winans Collection
The William P. Winans Collection, which dates from 1915 through 1937, contains ephemera related to William P. Winans of Washington. This collection contains newspaper clippings related to the life of William and a typed history on Steven County, Washington, where Williams was born.