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Gary Kimball papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2057

Scope and Contents

The Gary Kimball papers contain the will, probate documents, correspondence and history of the death of William H. (Jenks) Nelson.

Dates

  • 1953-1966

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical Note

Jenks Nelson, as he was popularly known, was a colorful character in Park City, Utah and environs druing the turn of the last century. He participated in mining, prospecting, officiated in prize fights, and even acted as sheriff if needed. After his death in 1954, there was a dispute about his will, the written record of which is contained in this collection.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Gary Kimball papers (1953-1966) contain the will, probate documents, correspondence and history of the death of William H. (Jenks) Nelson. Nelson participated in mining, prospecting, officiated in prize fights, and even acted as sheriff if needed in Park City, Utah.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of Gary Kimball in 2004.

Processing Information

Processed by Elizabeth Rogers in 2004.
Title
Inventory of the Gary Kimball papers
Author
Finding aid created by Elizabeth Rogers.
Date
2004 (last modified: 2020)
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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