Description
A collection of correspondence,
manuscripts, and diaries of Horatio Nelson Rust, United States Indian agent,
horticulturalist, and resident of Pasadena, California.
Background
Horatio Nelson Rust (1828-1906) was a U.S. Indian agent, horticulturalist, and Pasadena,
California resident. Born in Amherst, Massachusetts, Rust was influenced by early
abolitionists and became acquainted with American abolitionist John Brown (1800-1859),
leader of the Harper's Ferry raid. Rust married Fidelia Humphrey (1830-1899) in September
1851. His interest in archaeology led to his exploration and investigation of North American
Indian antiquities. Rust served as an U.S. Indian Agent to the Mission Indians of Southern
California from 1890 to 1893; he also helped to establish an Indian school at Perris,
California. Rust was influential in civic affairs and active in the discussion over the
incorporation of Pasadena and South Pasadena, California; he died in South Pasadena on
November 14, 1906.
Extent
25.38 Linear Feet
(21 boxes, 1 oversize folder)
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