Marcus and Narcissa Whitman, pioneers of Oregon : production material 1953.

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Marcus and Narcissa Whitman, pioneers of Oregon : production material 1953.

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The author "retells the story of the Whitmans and the missionary band who went to the Oregon territory and the Indians with warmth and vibrance. Coming, even before the settlers, as agents for the American Board of Missions, they and their fellow workers confronted inner and outer struggles." 137 p. corrected typescript; 3 p. correspondence.

Manuscripts : 3 folders.

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

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SNAC Resource ID: 7811966

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

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