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Identifier: 1

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The papers of William H. Ingham consist of six items. Five letters are from William to his brother Erastus and one letter to Erastus from their brother Samuel. William's letters describe life in Iowa in the 1850s. He tells of the plentiful wildlife, the new areas being surveyed, and of the business opportunities available to settlers.

Dates

  • Creation: 1844-1856

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: .25 Linear Feet (1 file folder.)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
319-335-5921
319-335-5900 (Fax)