Maps
Subject
Subject Source: Cclanarrow
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
William A. Carter papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS SC 490
Abstract
This collection includes several personal and business letters between 1863 and 1925, and letters of condolence at the time of Carter's death in 1881. In addition there is an undated map of Fort Bridger detailing the water lines and buildings.
Dates:
1863-1925
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
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