Guide to the Harry E. Carpenter Papers 1859-1929
Cage 79

Summary Information

Repository
Washington State University Libraries, Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Title
Harry E. Carpenter Papers
ID
Cage 79
Date [inclusive]
1859-1929
Extent
.25 linear feet of shelf space, 1 box
Language
Collection materials are in English.
Abstract
This collection consists of: farmer's diaries and accounts (1893-1929) of E. Harry Carpenter, Carroll County, Illinois, brother of H.V. Carpenter, who was the first dean of the College of Mechanic Arts and Engineering at Washington State University.

Preferred Citation

[Item Description] Harry E. Carpenter Papers, 1859-1929

Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections Washington State University Libraries Pullman, WA

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Scope and Content

This collection consists of: farmer's diaries and accounts (1893-1929) of E. Harry Carpenter, Carroll County, Illinois, brother of H.V. Carpenter, who was the first dean of the College of Mechanic Arts and Engineering at Washington State University. Also accounts and tax receipts (1859-1889) of their father, Charles Higley Carpenter. The 1893 diary records service as guard at the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago, and the guards' rule book is also included.

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Arrangement

This collection is arranged in a single series.

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Administrative Information

Publication Information

Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections  2013

http://www.libraries.wsu.edu/masc/

Terrell Library

P.O. Box 645610

Pullman, WA, 99164-5610 USA

509-335-6691

mascref@wsu.edu

Restrictions on Access

This collection is open and available for research use.

Restrictions on Use

Copyright restrictions may apply.

Acquisition Information

This collection was a gift from Mrs. H.V. Carpenter in 1965.

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Names and Subjects

Corporate Name(s)

Subject(s) :
  • World's Columbian Exposition (1893: Chicago, Ill.)

Subject(s)

  • Country life -- Illinois -- Carroll County -- Diaries
  • Agriculture
  • Businesses and Corporations

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