Baldwin Sheep and Land Company records

Collection

Identifier: Mss1731

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Baldwin Sheep and Land Company records include a record book, 1 volume, 1917-1934, with minutes, titles, agreements and mortgages; and mortgages, leases, contracts, and other legal papers regarding land holdings near Madras and Hay Creek, Oregon, 1904-1932.

Dates

1904-1934

Creator

Baldwin Sheep and Land Company (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.

Administrative history

The Baldwin Sheep and Land Company was established in 1873 by Dr. David M. Baldwin at Hay Creek, Oregon. Located in present-day Jefferson County, the company became one of the state's largest producers of wool and purebred sheep. John Griffith Edwards later became the manager and principal owner. The company ceased operation in 1910, when livestock grazing on public lands was curtailed to prevent overgrazing. The Hay Creek Ranch continued stock-raising operations at the same location under different ownership.

Extent

.5 Cubic Feet (1 custom box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Baldwin Sheep and Land Company was established in 1873 by Dr. David M. Baldwin at Hay Creek, Oregon. Located in present-day Jefferson County, the company became one of the state's largest producers of wool and purebred sheep. The company ceased operation in 1910. The Hay Creek Ranch continued stock-raising operations at the same location under different ownership. Collection includes a record book with minutes, titles, agreements and mortgages; and mortgages, leases, contracts, and other legal papers regarding land holdings near Madras and Hay Creek, Oregon.