J. Chandler Smith papers

Collection

Identifier: 2005-024

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The J. Chandler Smith collection house the personal papers of Chandler Smith, M.D.. This collection which dates from 1949 to 2002, consists of manuscripts, essays, articles, scrapbooks, photographs, writing notes, school memorabilia, needlepoint, and curriculum vitae, evidencing the life of Chandler Smith.

This collection while housing a collection of Chandler’s scholarly articles, is mainly a repository for his philosophical opines on subjects such as war and morality. It also contains a number of writings and letters on famous personalities, natural sciences, and geography. An avid traveler, the collection is filled with a number of scrapbooks and writings on his visits to far flung locales such as Norway and Uganda. His fervor for peace and equality for all people is well documented in his prolific writings and the art he created as visual motifs of his beliefs.

His wife Dorothy Tabb Smith donated this collection after his passing.

Dates

Creation: 1943-2002

Creator

Smith, Chandler (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.

Biographical Note

Chandler Smith was raised in Hood River where he graduated high school in 1939, valedictorian of his class. After attending the University of Oregon, receiving a BA in 1941, he returned to complete an MD, graduating in 1944. As a pathologist he worked and taught at multiple hospitals while finding the time to write eight books and numerous scholarly articles while travelling the world wide.

Extent

1.51 Linear Feet ; 1.51 ft

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

As well as a successful Pathologist, Chandler Smith was a prolific writer and creator of art. This collection consists of manuscripts, essays, articles, scrapbooks, photographs, writing notes, school memorabilia, needlepoint, and curriculum vitae, evidencing his life.