Fort Bridger (Wyo.) -- History
Subject
Subject Source: Lcnaf
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Collection of William A. Carter materials, 1857-1925
Series
Identifier: MSS SC 490 Series 2
Scope and Contents note
Series comprised of letters, news clippings, legal documents, a map, and diaries which give insight into William A. Carter, and Fort Bridger activities between 1857 and 1925.
Dates:
Other: 1857-1925
Robert Spurrier Ellison writings, 1924-1940
Series
Identifier: MSS 782 Series 7
Scope and Contents
Contents include drafts of writings, mainly articles, written by Robert S. Ellison pertaining to the history of Wyoming, specifically Fort Bridger. Includes draft of Ellison's book, "Fort Bridger : A Brief History," clippings, and reprints. Materials dated 1924 to 1940.
Dates:
1924-1940
William A. Carter correspondence, 1863-1879
Series
Identifier: MSS SC 490 Series 1
Scope and Contents note
Letters, written 1863 to 1879, describe Carter's business activities in regard to Fort Bridger and his several enterprises, and include descriptions of his interaction with U.S. government leaders, especially military officers. He mentions the events of the time, such as the Credit Mobilier investigation, and comments on the people he meets, including Ben Holladay and Ned Buntline. He includes much news of the family related activities, including his search for teachers to be hired for the...
Dates:
Other: 1863-1879