Abstract

Papers and photographs relating to the life and career of Mercedes Deiz (1917-2005), who became the first woman of color to be a judge in Oregon when she was appointed to a seat on the district court, and was also the first Black circuit court judge in the state. The collection also includes correspondence, photographs, and other materials relating to members of Deiz's family.

Abstract Photographs and postcards, circa 1920-1939, of and belonging to Madeline and Roscoe Nelson. Subjects include outdoor activities and travel to locations around Oregon, including Cannon Beach, Timberline Lodge, and Multnomah Falls. Also included are pictures of unidentified houses related to the Root & Kerr architecture firm in Portland; portraits of Roscoe Nelson, and images of Nelson with associates; and a 1932 photograph depicting every judge and lawyer in Portland, with...