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Chippewa Valley (Wis.) Genealogical Collection, 1966-1989

 Collection
Identifier: University Historical Collection 093

Content Description

Various genealogical studies of families from the Chippewa Valley in the 19th and early 20th centuries, along with biographical profiles of several important individuals during that same period.

Dates

  • Creation: 1966-1989

Creator

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public.

Use Restrictions

Researchers are responsible for using in accordance with 17 U.S.C. Copyright owned by the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire.

Biographical/Historical Note

Small collection of genealogical and biographical materials related to various families in the Chippewa Valley. Several folders contain information about persons integral to the development of Eau Claire and the timber industry in the Chippewa Valley. Also of particular note is information related to the 1918 shootout at the family home of the Krueger family, conscientious objectors during World War I.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet (1/2 archives box)

Language of Materials

English

Summary

Genealogical studies, biographies and oral histories completed by families and colleagues in the 20th century of persons significant to the development of Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Also included are news articles and a report related to the Krueger shootout in Withee in 1918.

Acquisition Information

Donated to the Special Collections and University Archives prior to 2007.

Accession Number

88-189, 89-23

Related Materials

Eau Claire Mss E: John S. Owen Lumber Company Records, 1875-1972

Eau Claire Mss AT: Kim Rosholt Papers, 1885-1909

Reference Code

UHC093

Processing Note

Processed by Mike Shoup in September 2014.

Status
Published
Author
Kierstin Wagner
Date
January 19, 2024
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives, McIntyre Library, UW-Eau Claire Repository

Contact:
Special Collections and Archives, McIntyre Library
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
103 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire WI 54701 United States
715-836-2739