Papers, 1820-1887.

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Papers, 1820-1887.

Papers include: Diary (1820-1887) containing brief entries recording his early life, overland journey (1840) and events in Oregon; papers (1851-1859) of the Tuality Plains and Tualatin postoffices; materials related to the Tualatin Academy and Congregational churches in Oregon; personal and business letters (1823-1877); accounts, warrants, and promissory notes; Smith's governmental appointments (1843-1855). Portion (1840-1846) of diary has been transcribed and indexed.

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