Homer Davenport collection

Collection

Identifier: Mss 5143

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Cartoons and sketches by Homer Davenport, circa 1891-1907, of contemporary persons and events.

Dates

Creation: circa 1891-1907

Creator

Davenport, Homer, 1867-1912 (Artist, 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

Homer Calvin Davenport (March 8, 1867-May 2, 1912) was a political cartoonist from Oregon known for his satirical drawings and support of Progressive-era politics. He worked for several West Coast newspapers before going to work for William Randolph Hearst and the New York Evening Journal. He also was one of the first American breeders of Arabian horses.

Extent

0.54 Cubic Feet (3 folders in shared box; 1 oversize folder in shared box; 2 oversize folders)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Cartoons and sketches of contemporary persons and events by Homer Davenport (1867-1912), a political cartoonist from Oregon known for his satirical drawings and support of Progressive-era politics.