Title:
Edgar N. Carter papers, 1856-1954
Creator/Contributor:
Carter, Edgar N., creator
Abstract:
Contains correspondence, research notes and drafts for book on William Carter. Also includes original letters from William
Carter to his wife Mary from 1856-1859 and research on the Carter family.
Date:
1856 (issued)
Subject:
Carter, William Alexander -- 1820-1881
Carter family
Note:
Edgar N. Carter (1910-1957) wrote a biography with the help of his brother Charles Carter about their father, William Alexander
Carter, "A Virginian Comes West." William Carter was a native of Missouri who traveled to California in 1850. Seven years
later he traveled in the Utah Expedition, finally settling in Wyoming, including Fort Bridger.
Type:
Manuscripts for publication.
Physical Description:
print
1 box (0.4 linear ft.)
Language:
English
Identifier:
BANC MSS P-M 216LOCAL
Origin:
California