Browsing Yakima Valley Libraries by Subject "Gannon, William L., Dr."

"As a board member I've gone on record that a museum...cannot expect to operate on an admission basis, except perhaps in the summer tourist season."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1968)

Information on the Yakima Valley Museum is sent to L. D. Bax. He discusses outsiders' attempts to purchase Dr. Gannon's collection, and funding issues. He also talks extensively about the surprising Nipo Strongheart collection.

Collection of correspondence enclosing a promotion sheet for Strangers on the Land sent January 23 - 25, 1963.

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1963-01-23)

Recipients include: Ted Boatman, Randall Crawford, William Gannon, with the Gannon Wagon Museum, J. K. Gill Co., J. David Hamley, president of the Hamley Building, Dixie Koenig, with the Book Mark, Bruce LeRoy, director ...

Collection of correspondence regarding sculpting for the Wanapum dam visitor's center. (Part 10)

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1966-01-02)

Recipients include: Jack Park, with the Grant County PUD and Lynn A. Smith, with Picco Industries, Bronze Division.

Gannon Museum of Wagons clippings folder.

Various (UNKNOWN, 1955-05-22)

Clippings range from May 22, 1955 through November 10, 1968, with four undated clippings also included. Some headlines include: "Yakima gets Indian relics," and "Wagon collecting hobby to be basis for museum." Though not ...

"Ginny will take over telephone chore to contact college history teachers, Homer Splawn...etc. if the Wednesday night meeting is expanded."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1964-04-06)

Relander sends plans for Bruce Leroy's, director of the Washington State Historical Society, visit to Yakima, to him. He offers his house to stay in and details the plans for several meetings.

"...Hope the snow hasn't been too bad around Maryhill yet, although I guess you had your share."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1966-01-12)

Two letters. In the first letter, Relander writes Clifford Dolph, curator of the Maryhill Museum of Fine Arts, in order to plan a trip to the museum with Jack Park. In the second letter, Relander writes Dr. William L. ...

"I am a 'Simcoe' member and if you can make it, come as my guest to the Wednesday luncheon...."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1965)

With an upcoming visit of Bruce LeRoy, director of the Washington State Historical Society, Relander writes Dr. William Gannon that LeRoy is eager to see his museum. Relander also invites Dr. Gannon to an event so the two ...

"I am making a study of this phase of handling donated (or on loan) material, and wish to compare this material with that I have on hand."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1968-11-28)

In his capacity as a director of the Yakima Frontier Museum, Relander writes the Montana Historical Society for information on their future plans and a copy of their donation forms. In a second letter, Relander thanks Sam ...

"I am making haste to send what should have been attended to in the past...."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1968-12-31)

A lengthy letter to Lynn Smith with Classic Bronze Corp. covers a variety of topics, both personal and professional. A good snapshot of what Relander was busy doing near the end of his life.

"...I do wish to encourage you to visit the Gannon Museum at Mabton on your way to or from Walla Walla."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1964-04-25)

With a planned upcoming visit, Relander writes Bruce LeRoy, directory of the Washington State Historical Society, about a change in plans. Relander also offers his home as a stopover.

"I think I have enough and some kind of illustration for something on Gannon art, without being too deep."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1965-07-07)

Two letters to Bill Gannon, with The Gannon Museum of the Wagon. The first discusses paintings and different artists. The second one is sent in thanks for his hospitality to Relander and Jack Park with the PUD. Relander ...

"Jack Whitnall told me the other day he had come across a 'long' photograph or negative of the old Scudder place...."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1965)

After her visit to the Yakima Frontier Museum, Relander writes Nancy Davidson a lengthy letter with many questions about places in the Yakima Valley, his hopes for the future of the area, and more information on the museum. ...

Locating Bill Gannon.

Shuler, H. L. (UNPUBLISHED, 1965-10)

A biographical report on Dr. William L. Gannon discusses his beginnings and extensive education.

"My recent visit to Knott's Berry Farm...and the many wagons and vehicles there reminded me of...your growing collection."

Relander, Click (UNPUBLISHED, 1955-07-03)

Circular for Drummers and Dreamers sent to the Gannon Museum of Wagons. Publication information given.

Newspaper articles - museums (part 3).

Relander, Click (UNKNOWN, 1965)

"The surrey with the fringe on top was responsible for the pneumatic tire. The first air-inflated tires appeared on four wheeled vehicles in 1895. The tire manufacturer doubted there would ever be enough demand for the ...

Newspaper articles - museums (part 4).

Relander, Click (UNKNOWN, 1965)

"There are four large guns in the Yakima Frontier Museum collection besides a large collection of historic rifles, like Indian trade guns, and handguns. One, a big Gatling gun, was made in 1883 and was manufactured by the ...

Newspaper articles - museums (part 5).

Relander, Click (UNKNOWN, 1968-07-22)

"Flat display cases in the Yakima Frontier Museum contain an extensive amount of beads and non-perishable trade goods which relic hunters have dug and searched for years to obtain small collections. There are glass beads ...

Newspaper articles - museums (part 6).

Relander, Click (UNKNOWN, 1965)

"An outstanding collection of Indian artifacts and frontier day horse drawn vehicles, assembled by Dr. William L. Gannon of Mabton to become the Gannon Wagon Museum, will go on display in Yakima Dec. 1. That is the target ...

Newspaper articles - museums (part 7).

Relander, Click (UNKNOWN, 1965)

"Getting a display of the magnitude of the Yakima Frontier museum on the road in a few months was something which many said couldn't be done. But it was accomplished with a lot of work, leadership and coordination with ...

Newspaper articles - museums (part 8).

Relander, Click (UNKNOWN, 1963-10-22)

"Yakima Valley Museum and Pioneer Historical Association Project completed with formal dedication and opening, June, 1957. The $140,000 museum building, fitted with display cases and facilities bringing the cost to ...

Browsing Yakima Valley Libraries by Subject "Gannon, William L., Dr."

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