Papers, 1856-1945 (bulk 1856-1878).

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Papers, 1856-1945 (bulk 1856-1878).

Collection contains diaries for Edward Watson (1865-1893) in which he describes his trip west and a trip through the south in 1888; correspondence (1865-1878, 1884, 1899, 1915, 1945) mostly relating to Edward's store in California, and Robert's army experience in World War II; and a diary for Louis L. Watson (1856-1861). There are transcripts for the diaries and correspondence.

.45 cubic ft. (1 box)

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Watson, Edward, d. 1924.

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Edward Watson (d. 1924), a businessman, traveled from his home in Vincennes, Indiana, to Green River, Wyoming, to operate a general merchandise store. He was the son of Louis L. Watson, who was a businessman in Vincennes. Edward Watson reestablished his store in Bear River City, Utah, in 1868 and in Sacramento, California in 1869. He returned to Indiana sometime before 1888 and managed the Vincennes Spoke and Manufacturing Company. Watson was married to Carrie Keys and they had three sons: Edwar...

Watson, Louis H.

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Watson, Robert, 1730?-1781

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Scottish historian. From the description of Autograph letters signed (2) : St. Andrews, to Sir William (Johnstone) Pulteney, 1776 Nov. 22 and 1777 Apr. 27. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270660298 Epithet: fl 1817 British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000499.0x000145 ...