Albertson Family Papers
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Scope and Contents
The papers of the Albertson family consist of eleven letters, spanning twenty years (1856-1876). Charles Albertson is the primary correspondent, writing to his parents, siblings, and cousins. In December 1865, he was helping to set up telegraph lines in Boone, Iowa. His next letter, dated April 29, 1866, found him working in Algona, Iowa, and building a house. By September 1866, he had moved to Bannack City, Montana. From there he wrote of antelope herds, buffalo hunts, Indian raids, and his improving financial status.
Dates
- Creation: 1856-1876
Creator
- Albertson family (Family)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright restrictions may apply; please consult Special Collections staff for further information.
Extent
.25 Linear Feet (11 letters.)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Correspondence reflecting pioneer life in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and Montana.
Method of Acquisition
These papers were purchased by the University of Iowa Libraries in 1952.
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
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