Wheeler, Henry H., 1826-1915.

Henry H. Wheeler (1826-1915), for whom Wheeler County was named, operated mail and stage lines from the Dalles to Canyon City in the 1860s.

From the guide to the Henry H. Wheeler papers, 1858-1904, (Oregon Historical Society Research Library)

From the guide to the Henry H. Wheeler letter to Mrs. Elizabeth Loughlin Lord, 1904 September 24, (Oregon Historical Society Research Library)

Henry H. Wheeler (1826-1915), for whom Wheeler County was named, operated mail and stage lines from the Dalles to Canyon City in the 1860s.

He was later active in stock business and ranching. He retired to Mitchell, Oregon in 1904.

From the description of Henry H. Wheeler papers [manuscript], 1858-1904. (Oregon Historical Society Research Library). WorldCat record id: 688620027