Charles B. Newton reminiscences , 1844-1892
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Newton, Charles B., b. 1842
- Title
- Charles B. Newton reminiscences
- Dates
- 1844-1892 (inclusive)18441892
- Quantity
- 0.1 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 folder
- Collection Number
- A 211
- Summary
- Charles B. Newton (1842-) was a Presbyterian missionary in India. Newton's typewritten reminiscences describe missionary life in Ludhiana, Sabathu, and Simla.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Historical Note
Charles B. Newton (1842-) was born in Ludhiana, India, the son of Presbyterian missionaries. He was brought to the United States in 1852 and in 1867 was graduated from Western Theological Seminary, Allegheny City, Pennsylvania. He then returned to India, taught at Forman Christian College, Lahore, and was superintendent of its high school.
Content Description
Newton's typewritten reminiscences describe missionary life in Ludhiana, Sabathu, and Simla. They give an historical sketch of Lahore, 1839-1848, and tell of the author's teaching and missionary work in Lahore. There are many quotations from letters from India, 1854-1867, including descriptions of the Mutiny of 1857.
Administrative Information
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Description: Guide to the Charles B. Newton Reminiscences
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Missionaries--India
- Presbyterian Church--Missions--India--Lahore
- Teachers--India
Geographical Names
- India--History--Sepoy Rebellion, 1857-1858
- Lahore (Pakistan)--History--19th century
Form or Genre Terms
- Reminiscences
