Diary, 1852-1859.

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Diary, 1852-1859.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/31962348

Johnson's diary (1852-1859) of his overland journey from Broad Ripple, Indiana (March 18, 1852) to Oregon (August 13, 1852); discusses miles traveled, care of livestock, emigrant recreation, and homesickness. Includes entries (1853-1859) describing settlement of Washington County along Cedar Creek, as well as establishment of a lyceum, gristmill, and furniture factory; complains of bachelorhood woes and school teaching.

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Oregon Historical Society Research Library

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Johnson, William, 1823-1864

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Born in Dryden, New York in 1829. Married Frances Aitken. Came to Oregon in 1852 and settled in Washington County. Died of bronchitis at Umatilla Reservation in 1862. From the description of Diary, 1852-1859. (Oregon Historical Society Research Library). WorldCat record id: 31962348 ...