Delano and Dwyer Ranch records 1877-1891

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Delano and Dwyer Ranch records 1877-1891

MS 075


Collection Summary

Creator: Delano and Dwyer Ranch (N.M.)
Collection Name: Delano and Dwyer Ranch records
Inclusive Dates: 1877-1891
Physical Description:.2 linear feet
Abstract:John S. Delano and Joseph Workman Dwyer were owners of the D. & D. Ranch. Dwyer, a Washington D.C. official, moved to New Mexico in 1876, and began raising sheep at Uña de Gato Creek. He and Delano then became partners in a large-scale cattle enterprise, also known as the D. & D. Ranch Co., at Johnson's Mesa. Dwyer sold out to become involved in real estate, in 1892. Three recording books containing livestock branding records and accounts of the operation and maintenance of the ranch in Otero, Colfax County, New Mexico. Some may also apply to Dwyer's Uña de Gato Ranch.
Collection Number:MS 075
Language: Materials are in English.
Repository: University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
University of Arizona
PO Box 210055
Tucson, AZ 85721-0055
Phone: 520-621-6423
Fax: 520-621-9733
URL: http://speccoll.library.arizona.edu/
E-Mail: LBRY-askspcoll@email.arizona.edu

Biographical Note

John S. Delano and Joseph Workman Dwyer were owners of the D. & D. Ranch. Dwyer, a Washington D.C. official, moved to New Mexico in 1876, and began raising sheep at Uña de Gato Creek. He and Delano then became partners in a large-scale cattle enterprise, also known as the D. & D. Ranch Co., at Johnson's Mesa. Dwyer sold out to become involved in real estate, in 1892.

Scope and Content Note

Three recording books containing livestock branding records and accounts of the operation and maintenance of the ranch in Otero, Colfax County, New Mexico. Some may also apply to Dwyer's Uña de Gato Ranch. Volume one, 1877-1883, contains stock accounts of cattle, horses and sheep, with records of brands, ages, gender, deaths, purchases and sales. Also includes cash ledgers for Delano and Dwyer, and itemized accounts by name and duties of individual employees. Volume two, inscribed "Uña de Gato Book" on the cover, records totals of cattle on hand, branded and sold for the beginning of each year from January 1, 1886 - January 1, 1891. Volume three is a tally book of brands noted by location or outfit, for May through July, 1887. Front endpaper says "Delano & Dwyer Round up Outfit."

Arrangement

This collection is organized chronologically.

Restrictions

Restrictions

There are no restrictions on this collection.

Copyright

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Access Terms

Personal Name(s)
Delano, John S.
Dwyer, Joseph Workman, 1832-1904.

Corporate Name(s)
Uña de Gato Ranch (N.M.)

Geographic Name(s)
Delano and Dwyer Ranch (N.M.)
Otero County (N.M.)

Subject(s)
Cattle brands -- New Mexico -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.
Cattle trade -- New Mexico -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.
Horse industry -- New Mexico -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.
Ranches -- New Mexico -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.
Sheep industry -- New Mexico -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.

Administrative Information

Credit Line

Delano and Dwyer Ranch records (MS 075). Special Collections, University of Arizona Libraries.

Acquisition Information

Acquired as purchase, 1966.

Processing History

Processed by Staff.