Leslie G. Ehmann papers

Collection

Identifier: Mss2598

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Collection includes catalogs, specifications and price lists for Esco and Hyster products, 1941-1984, including lift trucks, logging equipment, rigging equipment and swage presses; patents; and plans for an adjustable rubber coupling, 2 drawings on 1 sheet, 55.8 x 86 cm., 1953.

Dates

1941-1984

Creator

Ehmann, Leslie G., -1984 (Person)

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.

Biographical note

Leslie G. Ehmann was born in Fresno, California and came to Portland, Oregon, in 1914. He attended Benson Polytechnic High School, joined Esco Corp. in 1936, served as an engineer and designer, and retired in 1971. He designed lift truck components for Hyster Company.

Extent

1.25 Cubic Feet (2 document cases and 1 oversize folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Leslie G. Ehmann attended Benson Polytechnic High School in Portland, Oregon, joined Esco Corp. in 1936, served as an engineer and designer, and retired in 1971. He also designed lift truck components for Hyster Company. Collection includes catalogs, specifications and price lists for Esco and Hyster products, 1941-1984, including lift trucks, logging equipment, rigging equipment and swage presses; patents; and plans for an adjustable rubber coupling.