Atkinson, George Henry, 1819-1889

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Dates

Existence: 1819 - 1889

Biography

George Henry Atkinson (May 10, 1819 – February 25, 1889) was an American missionary and educator in what would become the state of Oregon. In Oregon, he served as a pastor for several churches, helped found what would become Pacific University, and pushed for legislation to create a public school system in Oregon Territory. The Massachusetts native later served as the county schools superintendent in Clackamas and Multnomah counties. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1843.

Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:

George Henry Atkinson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 842630

Mss 842630

Date(s): 1842-11-30

Abstract

In English.

George Henry Atkinson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 843410

Mss 843410

Date(s): 1843-07-10

Abstract

In English.

George Henry Atkinson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 843278

Mss 843278

Date(s): 1843-04-28

Abstract

In English.

George Henry Atkinson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 865408

Mss 865408

Date(s): 1865-07-08

Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from George Henry Atkinson at Newbury, Vermont to Asa Dodge Smith, telling him that he will come to Hanover next Monday to speak on home missionary work. He is looking for a teacher for Pacific University.

George Henry Atkinson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 868511.2

Mss 868511.2

Date(s): 1868-09-11

Scope and Contents

Four-page letter from George Henry Atkinson in Newbury, Vermont to Asa Dodge Smith, telling him that the writer will preach in Hanover next Sabbath.

George Henry Atkinson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 868561

Mss 868561

Date(s): 1868-10-11

Scope and Contents

Four-page letter from George Henry Atkinson in New York to Asa Dodge Smith, asking Smith to influence George toward religion.