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Westerners. Chicago Corral

 Organization

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Elmo Scott Watson papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ayer-Modern-MS-Watson
Abstract

Personal papers of journalist, professor of journalism, and western / frontier historian Elmo Scott Watson, consisting mainly of topical files on western subjects and journalism. Also included are Watson's manuscripts and published writings, and his correspondence and teaching-related files.

Dates: 1816-1951; Majority of material found within 1920-1951

John S. Gray research papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ayer-Modern-MS-Gray
Abstract

Meticulous research notes, writings, and correspondence of Dr. John S. Gray, Professor of Physiology at Northwestern University and a member of the Chicago Corral of Westerners. Dr. Gray's research focuses on the American West, particularly U.S. - Indian relations.

Dates: 1942-1991

Westerners Chicago Corral records

 Collection
Identifier: Ayer-Modern-MS-Westerners
Abstract

International organization started in Chicago in 1944 by Leland D. Case, editor of "The Rotarian Magazine," and Elmo Scott Watson, newspaperman and educator, to bring together historians and buffs interested in the American West. Records include correspondence and other materials documenting the activities of the group.

Dates: 1950-2004

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Manuscripts, American 2
Bozeman Trail 1
Clippings -- West (U.S.) 1
Cowboys -- West (U.S.) 1
Explorers -- West (U.S.) 1