Stephen Koschal correspondence with Mark O. Hatfield, 1966-1996
Scope and Contents
This series contains letters, press clippings, and photographs from Senator Hatfield to Stephen Koschal dating from 1966 to 1996. Their correspondence often included autographed photographs, memorabilia, and publications. Also included is correspondence from Hatfield’s personal secretary Janet Lamos.
Dates
- Creation: 1966-1996
Language of Materials
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open to researchers.
Biographical / Historical
Over the course of his career Stephen Koschal has served as director of the Universal Autograph Collectors Club, and has published 13 books and signature studies on autographs. As an avid signature collector, Senator Mark. O Hatfield (1922-2011) first made the acquaintance of Koschal sometime in the 1960s. The two often traded correspondence along with enclosed autographed photographs, memorabilia and texts. During this time Koschal functioned as Hatfield’s primary autograph and memorabilia collector.
Extent
From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet (6 boxes)
Arrangement
Materials are arranged in chronological order.
Repository Details
Part of the Willamette University Archives and Special Collections Collection Descriptions
Mark O. Hatfield Library
900 State Street
Salem Oregon 97301 United States
archives@willamette.edu