Duplicates

File — Box: 1, Folder: 14

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: Bamberger was Governor of Utah from 1916-1920 and was active in mining and railroading as well. He established the Bamberger Railroad Company. The photographs are of his family, years as governor, Yellowstone National Park in 1919, and trains and railroad lines.

Simon Bamberger (1846(?)-1926) was governor of Utah from 1916-1920. He was the first democrat and only Jewish governor to be elected in Utah. He was characterized as liberal and popular. He was also involved in mining and the railroad.

Collection contains numerous images of Simon Bamberger and his family. Also included; political functions and figures, railroad, and family vacations.

Dates

1900-1920

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.