Eleazar Louis Ripley Wheelock papers

MS-616

Collection

Identifier: MS-616

Description

The papers of E.L.R Wheelock contain his appointment as an Indian agent, land grants for the town of Wheelock, Texas, legal papers relating to mining in Texas, and correspondence with family and friends.

Dates

1805 - 1881

Creator

Wheelock, Eleazar Louis Ripley, 1793-1847 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Eleazar Louis Ripley Wheelock (1793-1847), Indian Agent. The collection contains papers relating to his work as a surveyor, Texas Ranger, agent for the US Indian Bureau, and entrepreneur.