Description
The Joseph Russell Knowland Collection consists of over fifty years of correspondence,
reports, articles and printed materials conerning the development of California during the
first half of the 20th century. The collection is composed primarily of the documents of the
various organizations to which Knowland belonged. There are very few personal letters or
memos.
Background
Born in Alameda on 5 August 1873, Joseph Russell Knowland was one of the best known figures
in the public life of California during the first half of the 20th century. His parents were
among the first settlers to move west, and established a successful lumber business. After
graduation from the College of the Pacific, Knowland joined his father in the family
business. He became associated with the business community of Oakland, where he later served
as the President of the Bank of Alameda.
Restrictions
Copyright has not been assigned to The North Baker Research Library. All requests for
permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the
Library Director. Permission for publication is given on behalf of The North Baker
Research Library as the owner of the physical items and is not intended to include or
imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the reader.
Availability
CHS is not taking appointments for research at this time. Please check the Library's website updates:
https://californiahistoricalsociety.org/collections/north-baker-research-library/