Charles F. Norris photograph album

Collection

Identifier: 2000-007

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of photographs of the University of Oregon Medical School, taken by Charles F. Norris. It includes photographs of administrators, doctors, students and staff, physical plant workers, nurses, technicians, landscapers, architects, and others. Also included are group pictures such as class photographs and groups in formal and informal settings. There are photographs showing the construction of the Library Building in 1939 and the construction of other buildings on campus. Accompanying these photographs is a brochure of the dedication of the Library and Auditorium, June 7, 1940. Inserted between pages 44 and 45 is a letter from Dr. Dillehunt to Dr. Josephi dated 1911. The materials date from roughly 1915 to 1960.

Dates

Creation: 1915-1960

Creator

Norris, Charles F. (Photographer, Person)

Restrictions on 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

Charles F. Norris was the University of Oregon Medical School's first full-time photographer. An early pioneer in medical photography, 'Charlie' was well known by a host of faculty members and students at UOMS since he first stepped on the campus in September of 1931. In 1940, Charlie married the former Thelma Lehman, secretary to Elnora Thompson. At the age of 51, Charlie retired from UOMS to focus on a limited retail nursery business the Norrises had had for a number of years in Portland. They specialized in rhododendrons, azaleas, and native plants.

Extent

0.42 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The collection consist of photographs of the University of Oregon Medical School taken by Charles F. Norris. He is considered to be the first full-time photographer for UOMS.

Acquisition Information

The photograph album was created and donated by Charles F. Norris and given to the UOMS Library by Dr. Wilbert Remington Todd. The OHSU Special Collections Staff processed the collection August 2000.