Letters from the Chuinards to the Hafners,, circa 1980-1990

The collection consists of handwritten letters, color photographs and negatives, news clippings, ephemera, and other printed material highlighting the personal and professional lives of couple Eldon "Frenchy" G. and Fritzi Chuinard and their close friendship with Helen and Paul Hafner. Materials are arranged into the following series:

I. Letters and Photographs

Consists of letters and photographs mailed from the Chuinards to the Hafners regarding get-togethers and parties hosted by the couples, attendance at meetings and events, such as the Dillihunt Hall dedication at OHSU, and other friendly commentary. Photographs are primarily of the Chuinards and Hafners together at birthday and holiday gatherings but also include several images of the Chuinards and their extended family.

II. Lewis and Clark book

Consists of news clippings and other printed materials regarding Eldon "Frenchy" Chuinard's book, "Only One Man Died: The Medical Aspects of the Lewis and Clark Expedition," first published in 1979. Included is a reprint of an article written by Dr. Chuinard entitled, "Lewis and Clark and the Bicentennial," published by the Journal of the American Medical Association in 1976.

III. Wedding and Funeral Memorabilia

Consists of an invitation to the Chuinard's 50th wedding anniversary celebration and a napkin from the party as well as an obituary news clipping and memorial service programs for Dr. Chuinard after his passing in 1993.

IV. Other News Clippings and Printed Material

Consists of a news clipping about Dr. Chuinard's retirement as well as his Curriculum Vitae and an obituary for Dr. Gordon L. Maurice.