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Rea Collection

Summary

Title:  Rea Collection

Accession Number: 2014-06

Creator: Marijane Cordson (Thompson) Rea (1930-2006)

Extent: 14 file folders

Language:  English

Repository: Digital Manuscripts Collections, Genealogical Forum of Oregon Library, Portland, Oregon

Abstract: Genealogical research and correspondence as collected and compiled by Marijane Rea. The file folders contain correspondence dating from the mid-1980s to the 1990s and research notes taken from newspapers, historical publications, Bible records, pension files, marriage and other court documents, and census records. There are also biographical sketches and family histories. The most prominent surname is Garrison/Gerritsen. Associated names include Skinner, Miller, and Sparks. The most common locations are Oregon, New York, and Ohio.