The collection includes French and Oregon wine bottles, wine glasses from various celebrations and events, numerous wine bottle corks, cork screw, books on wine and a small sampling of documents pertaining to wine events in Oregon, such as wine labels and wine event passports. This collection also contains a pair of shears that are said to have been used to prune Amity Vineyards’ original vine stock in Oregon.
Mark KronquistThis collection contains artifacts that remain from the fraternity which were used for formal occasions such as the induction ceremony. Binders containing the Officer Manuals, alumni contact information and public outreach are contained at the end of the Collection. Correspondence between the president of the fraternity and the Mu Phi Epsilon region officer and interfraternity flyers, rosters, and notifications are contained in boxes 3 through 5. Of additional interest are the organizational necessities, including minutes, active member information, and register.
Linfield Music DepartmentThis interview is with Dick Erath of Erath Winery. In this interview, Dick shares his experience of working in the Oregon wine industry. He speaks about the benchmark moments in the Oregon Wine Industry, tells stories about others in the industry, and goes over struggles the industry faced - like the appearance of phylloxera. He describes the early days at Erath, as well as the challenges and questions he encountered. He discusses growing his business, selling his wine, and adapting as the industry grew. He also talks about the past and present of Oregon Wine and predicts what will be in its future.
This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Linfield University Library in McMinnville on May 27, 2021.
Oregon Wine History ArchiveThis collection contains information on the internal affairs of the OWAB: financials, office management, board meetings, membership data, and correspondence. Tax and legal information about the development of wine and the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) and state government is documented. The collection also contains information on the external affairs of the Oregon wine industry as a whole which includes regional data, varietal information, Oregon wine events, news, marketing and botany research, newsletters, winery information, and tourist information and research.
Oregon Wine BoardThe collection is comprised of articles, letters, photos and other artifacts that feature attributes, reviews, events, celebrations and announcements pertaining to Mr. DeVito and Salishan Lodge. The majority of the collection is an account of Mr. DeVito’s success as the maître d’ and cellar master at Salishan Lodge in Gleneden Beach, Oregon. There is documentation in the Phillip DeVito Collection illustrating how people would travel to Salishan primarily to have an encounter with Mr. DeVito and benefit from his wine expertise.
Phillip DeVitoThis collection contains newspaper and magazine articles highlighting the Ponzi Vineyards, photographs of the vineyards, invitations sent to and from the Ponzi’s, information about the Ponzi Vineyards published by the Ponzi Estate and outside publications, documents of correspondence, and miscellaneous materials that include mentioning of the Ponzi Vineyards and their wine.
Dick and Nancy PonziThis collection contains mostly photographs. The photographs depict the beginning of the vineyard and winery. The photographic history takes you from a barren land of dry grass and dirt roads to the construction of a marvelous contemporary building used to produce their award-winning wines; beautifully landscaped gardens; and immaculately maintained vineyards. The photos also capture annual harvest highlights, annual dinner parties, as well as photos of staff and vineyard workers. There are also several photos from wine and food events attended by Rex Hill Vineyards and photos of events that took place at Rex Hill Vineyards, such as weddings and fundraising events.
But there can also be found VHS promotional videos, slides, negatives and a small collection of graphic art items used to promote the vineyard.
Rex HillThe collection was donated by Shelley Sanderlin, a retired College Relations Technical Specialist and Administration Coordinator in the Department of Music at Linfield.
Collection items available in the digital repository include documents, photographs, and DVDs.
Shelly SanderlinThe collection contains mostly paper documents, but there can also be found an audio recording, a few photo sets, some poster boards, and a medal. This collection was largely compiled by Susan and Bill Sokol Blosser over the years that they ran the winery. The records consist of mostly business, finance, and publicity, but there is also a plethora of information about the history and the day to day proceedings of the winery. Information on the wine, the vines, the buildings, the properties, the people, the associates, the business, and the founder are included in the collection.
Susan Sokol BlosserThis collection contains articles, newspapers and published academic studies promoting the Oregon Wine industry and the Southern Oregon Wine Institute. The collection also includes building plans, proposals, newspaper articles and design plans for the Danny
Lang Teaching, Learning and Event Center in addition to various SOWI memorabilia and promotional documents.
This collection contains framed photos of Dr. Teal and the Linfield football team from the years 1974 to 1994. The commemorative plaques for service and 1986 NAIA championship date from Dr. Teal’s tenure as volunteer team physician. A postcard, screen-print, and Linfield football highlight DVD from the 2004 season complete the collection.
Dr. Stephen TealThis collection contains a unique comprehensive representation of the evolution of Amity Vineyards and the history of the Oregon wine industry. The collection encompasses the day-to-day functionalities of Amity Vineyards, including business correspondence, marketing strategies, laboratory information and personal memorabilia. In addition to focusing on Amity Vineyard’s 40-year evolution, this collection also encompasses the unique perspective on the development of the Oregon wine industry through various publications, documentation of various Oregon wine organizations, as well as through local, regional and international wine events hosted by or featuring various Oregon wineries.
Myron RedfordThis collection contains photographs taken while in the Army, letters written to his parents while in the Army, military documents, medals and patches, as well as documents from his time participating in research about radioisotopes. The collection also houses Bob Jones’ military jacket.
Bob Jones6.67 linear feet of papers
Don ByardThis collection contains publications, photographs and documents pertaining to the Winegrowers Council of Oregon, as well as event information from the period Fred and Mary Benoit owned Chateau Benoit (1979-1999). Some of the publications include: The Oregon Wine Publication, The Tendril, NW Wine Almanac, various books, handbooks, and more. These publications range from the years 1970 to 1999. There are numerous documents relating to different events Chateau Benoit put on, attended, or at which Fred and Mary Benoit were guests. There are also many publications and documents from the Benoits/ time as members in the Wine Growers Association.
Dr. Fred Benoit16.71 linear feet of articles, audio tapes, books, and photographs.
Cole DanehowerTwelve books used in Emanuel Hospital's RN Nursing School program, late 1930s to early 1940s. 1970-71 and 1972-73 Good Samaritan School of Nursing yearbooks. 1981-83 catalog for Good Samaritan School of Nursing. One photo of Emanuel Hospital Nursing School Class of 1943. Two newspaper clippings. Emanuel Hospital Alumni Notes, spanning 1987-2003. One antique typewriter: c. 1910 Oliver No. 5 Bat-Wing Design typewriter, with cover and parts. Cover is not attached to machine.
Edith GolikSeven boxes of materials related to Helen’s life at Linfield as well as many other institutions and also her personal affairs. the collection contains letters, journals, class notes, assignment sketches, and many photos of both Helen’s work, her farm, and herself.
The archives has five oversized pieces of Helen’s artwork, photos of which are here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/6roof0w5mz5uaqy/AACdXHuyNCMz9n15V6MuJ8x4a?dl=
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One is located in the archivist’s office, and four are stored in the archives.
A digital collection of Helen Blumenstiel’s art is available here:
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This collection is a digital representation of several thousand 35-millimeter color slides used to document, characterize, and teach about forensics and physical anthropology field work. The slides were taken by alumnus Lyle Hubbard and document his travels outside of Oregon state, as well as projects at University of Oregon, Portland Community College, Washington State University, the Oregon Bureau of Land Management, and University of Tennessee.
Lyle Hubbard1 linear feet of articles, correspondence, promotional material, and notes.
List, Peter C.