Spotted Fever collection

Collection — Box: SC04

Identifier: 2014-027

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This small collection includes three essays on Spotted Fever occuring in Idaho, Montana, and Oregon. There are also pictures of the "U.S. Entomological Laboratory" [building one of what is now called Rocky Mountain Labs] in Hamilton, MT, where a serum for treating the fever was developed, according to notes within the collection itself.

Dates

Creation: 1899 - 1938

Creator

Maxey, Edward E., 1867-1934 (Author, Person)
McCullough, G. T. (Author, Person)
Leary, J. W. (Author, 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.

Extent

0.10 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection includes some of the earliest writings on what would come to be called Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever along with pictures of the lab where a serum was developed to treat the disease.