William Hess papers [manuscript], 1863.

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William Hess papers [manuscript], 1863.

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Collection includes: Manuscript petitions to Governor Addision C. Gibbs for executive pardon of William Hess, 1863, who was convicted of larceny in Yamhill County, Oregon, April 1863, and sentenced to 3 years in state prison.

.04 cubic feet (1 folder)

Oregon Historical Society Research Library

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Gibbs, A. C. (Addison Crandall), 1825-1886

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Addison Crandall Gibbs (1825-1886) was the Civil War governor of Oregon, a Union supporter, a lawyer, and a businessman. He came to Oregon in 1852, married Margaret M. Wilkins in 1854, was elected governor in 1862, and served as a U.S. Attorney in 1872. Gibbs was instrumental in founding the "Union League." He also served on the board of Willamette University. Gibbs died in London, December of 1886. From the description of Addison Crandall Gibbs papers [manuscript}, 1858-1886. (Orego...

Hess, William N.

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