The Oregon Constitutional Convention was held in Salem from August 17 to September 18, 1857. After some disagreement over slavery, free blacks, education, and state boundaries, the Oregon Constitution was put to a vote of the people on November 9, 1857. It was approved by a vote of 7,195 to 3,215. Two full sets of legislators were elected, one territorial and the other state. Congress delayed action on Oregon's statehood, so no state legislative session was held in 1858.
Reports show date of report, reporting officer or institution, and text of report.
Reports in this series were submitted by Columbia College, Pacific University, prosecuting attorneys, the territorial marshal, the territorial librarian, and Umpqua Academy. Series is not arranged. This company was formed to purchase and transport cattle from California to the Willamette Valley, Oregon. The agreement shows date, terms of agreement, and signatures of parties to the agreement. Series is not arranged.