Taylor, Elizabeth (ca. 1829-1882). Historically Interesting Original Manuscript Letter by Elizabeth Taylor, a Pioneer of St. Helens (Oregon Territory), Complaining About Horrible Housing Conditions in Oregon, a Life “Worse than Pigs,” Months without a Drop of Milk, and Hopes of Returning to Vermont. St. Helens, Oregon Territory: [ca. 1850s].
Nixon, Joseph (ca. 1824-1892). Historically Important Original Letter Signed by Joseph Nixon, a Pioneer Hotel Owner in Oregon Territory, and Addressed to Daniel Hubbard, an Early Farmer from Washington Territory, Discussing the Nearing Completion of the Famous Umatilla Hotel in the Dalles, Two Successful Balls Held in Celebration of its Upcoming Opening, and News of the Fraser River Gold Rush. The Dalles, Oregon Territory: 12 September 1858.