Bertha Hallam bookplate collection

Collection

Identifier: 2005-021

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This is a collection of paper bookplates. They are a wide-ranging set of items. Some are from faculty and students of the UOMS, but many are not. A large collection from W.B. Saunders showing the history of medicine through the ages is available; as are those from medical schools around the country, from our own institution of UO Medical School, and a variety of personal book plates.

Dates

Creation: 1936-1965

Creator

Hallam, Bertha Brandon (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Conditions Governing Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Historical Note

This collection of paper bookplates was assembled from a wide variety of sources over the years by Bertha Hallam, UOMS librarian.

Extent

0.5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

A collection of bookplates from a wide variety of sources collected over the years by Bertha Hallam, UOMS librarian.

Arrangement

The collection is held in packets, organized in the following manner: Cover correspondence and advertising; University of Oregon Medical School; Institutional Book plates from other schools and organizations; Personalized book plates; and a corporate collection from the W.B. Saunders Co. showing a great variety of scenes from medical history. Available dates range 1936-1965.