Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning, Design & Construction May 2016 Resource Identification Current Building Name: Tree Tops or Chancellor’s House Historic Building Name: Hampton House, Campbell Church House Building Address: 2237 Spring Street, Eugene, OR, 97403 Ranking: University of Oregon - Primary City of Eugene - Eligible/Contributing Architectural description: Architectural Style Classification: craftsman/bungalow/shingle style Building Plan (footprint shape): rectangular Number of Stories: 2.5 plus basement Foundation Materials: cut stone blocks Primary Exterior Wall Material(s): wood shingles Secondary Exterior Wall Material: ashlar sandstone blocks Roof Configuration/Type: gambrel Primary Roof Material: composition shingles Primary Window Type: six over 1, double-hung sash Primary Window Material: wood Decorative Features and Materials: Exterior decorative features include large brackets supporting the roof, window awnings, and other overhangs, the large porch wrapping around three sides of the house, large ashlar stone piers supporting the porch railings, and the decorative column and beam caps. Interior decorative features include the main grand staircase with a mezzanine landing, the high ceilings with beams finished with paneling, and the carved relief of The Field of the Cloth of Gold over the fireplace. Landscape Features: Expansive front yard, large conifers in yard and formal plantings, well manicured lawn, deciduous and conifers covering lot. Date of Construction: 1907-1910 Architect: Bennes & Hendricks Builders: Tirrell & Hunter/George Svarverud Stonework: J. A. Nash Plumbing and Heating: Percy Long Landscape Architect: D. C. Mosher/George H. Otten Moved: No Alterations: Refer to time lines. Original Use(s)/Function(s): Hampton family residence Current Use(s)/Function(s): Owned by the University of Oregon and leased to occupants Area(s) of Significance: Architecture (Criterion C) Period of Significance: 1910-1938 Project Contacts Rachelle Byarlay, Student Planning Assistant Nicola Fucigna , Student Planning Assistant Eleni Tsivitzi, Planning Associate UNIVERSITY OF OREGON CAMPUS PLANNING AND FACILITITES MANAGEMENT 1276 University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403-1276 http://uplan.uoregon.edu Table of Contents Introduction 5 Historic Status and Significance 6 Bennes & Hendricks: Architect 28 Tirrell & Hunter: Builder 29 George Svarverud: Builder 30 George H. Otten: Landscape Architect 31 D. C. Mosher: Landscape “Gardener” 32 Alton Hampton 33 Maud Densmore 35 Campbell Church 36 Timeline 38 Bibliography 44 Notes 61 Appendix 62 Tree Tops Introduction Tree Tops--also known historically as the Hampton House, Campbell Church House, and most recently the Chancellor’s House--was built from 1908-1910 for prominent local businessman Alton Hampton. One of the first grand houses to be built in the southern, hillier area of Fairmount (known as Fairmount Heights), Tree Tops was part of a building and population boom in Eugene. According to the Fairmount History Project, a record-high 266 homes, 56 in Fairmount alone, were built in 1909. Tree Tops is one of several important early estates on the electric streetcar Fairmount Loop. Other important, adjacent estates include the Washburne Estate (c. 1920), the Fellman-Jewett Residence (1921), and the McMorran House (1925), which continues to house the acting University of Oregon president. Like Alton Hampton, George McMorran and his partner Carl Washburne were successful Eugene businessmen. Wilson H. Jewett was a Eugene lumberman and the brother of Mrs. Washburne. These estates, built into the same steeply sloping hillside, all have panoramic views of the University and the city below. Portland architects Bennes and Hendricks designed this Craftsman style house. Tirrell and Hunter, a local contractor, most likely built Tree Tops. Landscape architect and UO Graduate George Otten worked in collaboration with landscape “gardener” D.C. Mosher. The extent of this collaboration is unknown. Otten designed several other grounds for prominent houses in the Fairmount neighborhood, including the McMorran House. The Eugene Daily Guard wrote many articles on Tree Tops during its construction. They were particularly interested in its large size (two-and-a-half stories with 17 rooms and 11,820 square feet) and its building materials (which included Tenino stone). They predicted that the house would be “one of the finest homes in the city” (Eugene Daily Guard, Eugene, Oregon, August 18, 1909). In 1921, prompted by their divorce, Alton Hampton and Maud Densmore sold the house to the inventor and mining baron Campbell Church Sr. He was a very generous donor for the University of Oregon, contributing to the funding of McArthur Court and the Warner Museum of Fine Arts (now the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art), among other buildings. In 1938, Campbell Church Sr. gifted his house, in memory of his first wife, to the State Board of Higher Education as a permanent residence for the acting chancellor. Thirteen chancellors and their families have subsequently inhabited this residence. Their legacies have profoundly influenced the University of Oregon and the larger Oregon University System. Tree Tops Historic Context 5 University of Oregon Campus Planning Historic Status and Significance The evaluation of the house’s historic significance was based upon a process developed for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, in which a resource must demonstrate significance based upon one or more of the following criteria: A. Association with significant events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of campus or community history. B. Association with significant persons. C. Distinctive architecturally because it • embodies distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction; • represents the work of a master; • possesses high artistic value; or • represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction. Distinctive Architecture (Criterion C) Treetops is a classic example of a Craftsman house. Craftsman style houses are known for the following characteristics: • low-pitched, gabled roof (occasionally hipped) with wide, unenclosed eave overhang; • roof rafters usually exposed; • decorative (false) beams or braces commonly added under gables; • porches, either full- or partial-width, with roof supported by tapered square columns; and • columns or pedestals frequently extend to ground level (without a break at level of porch floor). (A Field Guide to American Houses, Virginia McAlester, New York: Knopf, 1984) Treetops has a low-pitched gambrel roof with a large gable dormer; exposed roof rafters; triangular, decorative knee braces under the gables; a grand, elevated and covered, veranda, which wraps around three sides; massive columns, beams, and stone corners, which support the front gable that extends to the edge of the veranda above the entry; rustic-dressed, random-coursed, ashlar sandstone from Tenino, Washington, in the columns and foundation; tapered columns that extend from ground level to the bottom of the raised veranda. Other key Craftsman-style features include both wood clapboard and wood shingle siding; boxed soffits; six-over-one, double-hung windows; a porte- cochere; and a high level of craftsmanship in general. Elements of the Shingle style also exist: the massing with bay windows and deep recesses that create a play of positive and negative spaces; and the prominence of the shingle cladding. In sum, Tree Tops is an excellent example of the defining characteristics of the Craftsman style. 6 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Tree Tops Historic Context 7 University of Oregon Campus Planning C E C E C D E C D E G G A A B B F F D D F F G G A A C E B HB I H I F H I F H I F F G G D J J G A H I H I H I H I K B K C E F G G J J F L L G G K K H I D C HE I G Surveyed Areas & Rankings A GB J D F G G G Exterior L L F KC E C A EB F WEST ENTRANCE - FACADE H I H I F D DL C E GJ G G G A A AB C DA EB FC GD HEH IIF JG KH LI MJ HK I L M B B K D F FF GJ F G A B C ADA BBE CF DG HE FI JG KH LH I H K I L H I H F I MJ K L M I GF G G J J G A B C D HE I F G L H I J H K I L M K K GJ L K L G G A B C D E F G H I J K L M L G A B C D E F G H I J K L M A B C AD BE CF DG EH FI GJ HK LI MJ K L M A B C D E F G H I J K L M C E C D E EAST ENTRANCE - FACADE G A C B D E F F G A C BD E FH I FH I G A G B JD H I F F H I G G A K Ranking Key: J B H I F FH I K PLJrimary Secondary G TertiaryG H I H I K L G GJ K ExtLerior Features of Note: G L A ABshlarC coluDmns EsuppFort wG rap-HarouInd vJeranKda L MG A B MCost liDkely Ethe oFriginGal 6/H1 douI bleJ-hungK winLdoMws A B C CrDoss-sEhapeFd veGnts inH fouIndatJion sKtoneLs M A B C D ExEcelleFnt crGaftsmHansIhip iJncludKes bLrackMeted eaves EXTERIOR PRIMARY RANKED SPACES NORTH FACADE Level of Historic Significance: High • primary facade • dramatic approach through designed landscape • significant ashlar columns support a wrap-around porch • quality of the architectural craftsmanship and details • 6/1 double-hung windows, assumed to be original Level of Integrity: Excellent 8 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning NORTH ENTRANCE - FACADE SOUTH ENTRANCE - FACADE WEST FACADE Level of Historic Significance: High • contributes to the character of the Fairmount Neighborhood • entrance to dining room • significant ashlar columns support a wrap-around porch • high quality of architectural craftsmanship and details • 6/1 double-hung windows, assumed to be original Level of Integrity: Excellent EXTERIOR SECONDARY RANKED SPACES EAST FACADE Level of Historic Significance: High • contributes to the character of the Fairmount Neighborhood • entrance to hall • porte-cochere with rock columns • high quality of architectural craftsmanship and details • apparently original 6/1 double-hung windows Level of Integrity: Good EXTERIOR TERTIARY RANKED SPACES SOUTH FACADE Level of Historic Significance: Low • minor contribution to the character of Tree Tops • contributes to the character of the Fairmount Neighborhood Level of Integrity: Good Tree Tops Historic Context 9 University of Oregon Campus Planning C E C E C ED G D G A B A D F G A B F F B FF F Surveyed Areas & Rankings H CI E H IH I H I G H J I H I G Interior - First Floor C E JD J GGK A B K D F GK AL F G B L F G H LI H I F G G H IJ H I G J K A B CK D LE F G H I J K L M GA B C D E F G H I J K L M A B C D L E F G H I J K L M G A B C D E F G H I J K L M A B C D E F G H I J K L M C E C D E G A B F C D E F G A C BD E H I F FH I G G A J B D H I F H I G K Ranking Key: F GA J B H I FL FH I K PJ rimary Secondary G Tertiar Gy H I H I L G GK J K InteLrior Features of Note: G L A GBreat RCoomD conEnectFed toG landHing Iand JbalcoKny L MG A B BCas reDlief oEf “TheF FieGld of Hthe CI lothJ of GKold”L M A B C BDrick fiEreplaFce aGnd hHearthI flooJringK L M A B C D MEost liFkelyG the oHriginIal 6/J1 doKubleL-huMng windows FIRST FLOOR PRIMARY RANKED SPACES GREAT ROOM Level of Historic Significance: High • Dramatic, interconnected space with two main focal points: fireplace and landing • Landing and balcony form a sculptural stair • Daylight from three sides and expansive vistas of grounds and neighborhood Level of Integrity: High 10 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning FIRST FLOOR SECONDARY RANKED SPACES ENTRY HALL Level of Historic Significance: Medium • connects porte-cochere to the great room and kitchen • serves as a side or back entrance for the owners of the house • quality of the architectural craftsmanship and details Level of Integrity: High Tree Tops Historic Context 11 University of Oregon Campus Planning Surveyed Areas & Rankings C E Interior - Second Floor D G A B F F H II H II G J K L G A B C D E F G H II J K L M C E C D E G A B D F F G A B H I F FH I G J RanHkinI g Key: H I K GJ Primary Secondary Tertiary L G K L G Interior Features of Note: A BaBlconCy coDnnecEted tFo lanGdingH and IgreaJt rooKm L M A B MCost lDikelyE the oFriginGal wHood IbaluJstradKe L M FIRST FLOOR PRIMARY RANKED SPACES BALCONY Level of Historic Significance: High • Dramatic sequence of spaces: great room-landing-balcony. Level of Integrity: High 12 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Surveyed Areas & Rankings Site / Landscape A E D B C Ranking Key: Primary Secondary Tertiary Exterior Features of Note: A Walk follows original Otten design B Circular drive and porte-cochere create an entry sequence as intended from the Otten plan C Stone walls are not original. Installed in 1988 along with other site improvements. D Prominent location on top of the hill with views overlooking the city informed the siting of the house. E The pool is currently fenced off and abandoned. The pool was installed by Campbell Church. Location shown on the plan is diagrammatic. Tree Tops Historic Context 13 University of Oregon Campus Planning EXTERIOR PRIMARY RANKED SPACES SITE / LANDSCAPE Level of Historic Significance: High • The overall setting of the house, prominently on a hill, among mature canopy trees in a lush well manicured landscape is a defining characteristic of the site. Level of Integrity: High 14 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning North Facade Ranking: Primary Level of Historic Significance: High Level of Integrity: Excellent Original Use: Primary Entrance Existing Use: Primary Entrance Historic Materials: Tenino stone-cut block foundation, columns, and facade; painted wood columns, corbels, eave brackets, and shingles; most likely the original 6/1 double- hung sash and sidelight windows. Alterations: 1921-1938: The wildflower garden on front lawn was established. 1982-1984: A lift was installed for wheelchair accessibility on the NE corner, structural repairs were performed on the roof and porches. 1985 Renovation and Repair: A new screen door was placed at the front entry. Wiring and new fixtures were added to the outdoor walkways. The terne metal roof was repainted. Tree Tops Historic Context 15 University of Oregon Campus Planning West Facade Ranking: Primary Historic Materials: Tenino stone-cut block Level of Historic Significance: High foundation, columns, and facade; painted Level of Integrity: Excellent wood columns, corbels, eave brackets, and shingles; most likely the original 6/1 double-hung sash and sidelight windows. Alterations: 1985: Terne metal roof and master bedroom balcony were repaired. Original Use: Secondary Entrance Existing Use: Secondary Entrance Stone-cut blocks with cross-shaped vent 16 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning East Facade Ranking: Secondary Level of Historic Significance: High Level of Integrity: Good Original Use: Secondary Entrance Existing Use: Secondary Entrance Historic Materials: Tenino stone-cut Alterations: block foundation, columns, facade, The porte-cochere originally had a gable and porte-cochere; painted wood roof. Three-over-three windows replaced columns, corbels, eave brackets, and the original five windows above the porte- shingles; most likely the original 6/1 cochere. double-hung sash windows. 1985 Renovation and Repair: New light fixtures were added to the porte-cochere. After repairing damage due to rot, the porte-cochere was repainted. 1982-1984: A lift was installed for wheelchair accessibility on NE corner. Tree Tops Historic Context 17 University of Oregon Campus Planning South Facade Ranking: Tertiary Historic Materials: Wood clapboard siding Level of Historic Significance: Low and terne metal roof. Level of Integrity: Good Alterations: 1985 Renovation and Repair: A new stair was added to the south entrance. The roof over the stair was extended to replicate the original roof, with the same roof pitch, and matching fascia; the addition of a rake ornament replicates the ornament below the eaves. A concrete floor slab, a 1/2” lower than the adjacent new and existing floor lines, was poured in the entry. Four existing windows adjacent to the entry were lowered. The window beside the stairs in the new addition has been relocated from an original lavatory. A new Original Use: Secondary Entrance concrete foundation wall was added. Existing Use: Secondary Entrance 18 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning South Entrance Addition, Brockmeyer McDonnell Architects, 1986 Tree Tops Historic Context 19 University of Oregon Campus Planning South Entrance Addition, Brockmeyer McDonnell Architects, 1986 20 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning South Entrance Addition, Brockmeyer McDonnell Architects, 1986 Tree Tops Historic Context 21 University of Oregon Campus Planning First Floor - Interior, Great Room Ranking: Primary Level of Historic Significance: High Level of Integrity: Excellent Original Use: Great Room Existing Use: Great Room Historic Materials: dark stained oak beams; fireplace with bas-relief; wainscoting; casing; trim; built-in seating and cabinets; varnished, white oak flooring; brick fireplace and flooring; most likely the original 6/1 double-hung sash and sidelight windows. Alterations: 1985 Renovation and Repair: The floors were refinished. The fixed seating was reupholstered. Radiators were covered. Bas-relief of “The Field of the Cloth of View from landing Gold” above fireplace 22 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning First Floor - Interior, Landing Ranking: Primary Historic Materials: dark stained Level of Historic Significance: High wainscoting, casing, trim, built-in seating Level of Integrity: Good and cabinets; varnished, white oak flooring; and windows. Alterations: 1922: The original pipe organ on the landing was removed and three tall windows were installed. 1985 Renovation and Repair: Radiators were removed. Shelving was likely added to landing (according to a final report from the OSSHE offices of administration submitted to the Executive Committee of the Board of Original Use: Landing Higher Education, there was “cabinetry” Existing Use: Landing work performed on the house). Tree Tops Historic Context 23 University of Oregon Campus Planning Second Floor - Interior, Balcony Ranking: Primary Level of Historic Significance: High Level of Integrity: Excellent Original Use: Balcony Existing Use: Balcony Historic Materials: dark stained balustrade; and varnished, white oak flooring. 24 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning First Floor - Interior, Dining Room Ranking: Primary Historic Materials: dark stained Level of Historic Significance: High wainscoting, casing, trim, built-in seating Level of Integrity: Excellent and cabinets; varnished, white oak flooring; light fixture presumed to be original. Alterations: 1985 Renovation and Repair: The floors were refinished. Wall repair included the removal of old paper followed by the installation of new paper. Original Use: Dining Room Existing Use: Dining Room Vents in Dining Room Tree Tops Historic Context 25 University of Oregon Campus Planning Site / Landscape Left: Proposed landscape plan developed by George Otten, 1911 Below: Current site plan from 2009. It is not clear what parts of the Otten plan were fully realized. The path from the north porch to the intersection of Spring/ Fairmount Blvd as well as the circular drive to the porte-cochere are consistent with the Otten plan. 26 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Site / Landscape Left: View of the north porch and stairs. The walk from the north porch to the intersection of Spring and Fairmount Blvd would have been the primary access for pedestrians. Below Right: View of the City of Eugene overlooking the pool. The pool is currently fenced off and abandoned. Below Left: View of west entrance. The stone walls were constructed in 1988 along with other site walks and improvemetns. Tree Tops Historic Context 27 University of Oregon Campus Planning Site / Landscape View of the northwest corner of the house and site Above: View from the northwest in spring of 2019. Left: Historical view from the corner of Spring and Fairmount Blvd. The site is described as a lush and ever-verdant setting for the house. The large canopy Oaks and Firs lend to the Tree Tops name for the house. 28 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Bennes & Hendricks: Architect Bennes and Hendricks was a prominent architecture firm based out of Portland, Oregon, at the turn of the Twentieth Century. Though they sometimes had additional partners, Bennes and Hendricks worked for seven years together from 1906 to 1913. Their major buildings include the following National Register of Historic Places and Portland Historic Landmarks: the 20th Century Baroque Cornelius Hotel (1908), the Arts and Crafts style L.B. Menefee House (1908), the Streetcar Era Commercial style Page and Son Apartments (1909), and the Commercial or Chicago style Broadway Hotel (1913). Additionally, they designed the Armory (c. 1910) for the Oregon Agricultural College (now Oregon State College) in Corvallis. This short list showcases the range of styles Bennes and Hendricks adopted in their commissions. J. V. Bennes - Photo Cour- tesy of Photographic Bennes is also credited with designing over 35 buildings and Business and Professional 12 additions and renovations for Oregon State University. He Directory, 1916, Portland, would also, with his later partner Harry A. Herzog, garner Oregon fame for building the Spanish Colonial style Hollywood Theater (1923) in Portland. According to architecture historian Leland M. Roth and archivist Larry Landist, Bennes is best known for both personalizing and spreading the Prairie style. Born in Bohemia, now Czechoslovakia, John Virginius Bennes (August 23, 1867-November 29, 1943) grew up first in Peru, Indiana, and then attended high school in Chicago. It remains unclear, according Larry Landist, whether Bennes studied architecture in Prague or Chicago. In 1900, he moved with his wife to Baker City, Oregon, and began his architectural practice. In 1906, Bennes moved to Portland, OR, where he would continue to practice for 36 more years. Bennes served as president for the Oregon Chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 1922 and as president of the Oregon State Board of Architectural Examiners from 1924 to 1933. Due to health problems, Bennes relocated to Los Angeles in 1943. He died later that same year at the age of 76. Less information exists on Bennes’ partner Eric W. Hendricks. Hendricks practiced from 1904 to 1913 in Portland, OR. His work and whereabouts are unknown after 1913. In a short paragraph of Eugene’s Morning Register regular local news column, “Caught in the Rounds,” Bennes & Hendricks were listed as the architects selected for the new residence of Mrs. Alton Hampton, the residence that became known as Tree Tops (“Caught in the Rounds,” The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon, June 20, 1909). Bennes and Hendricks adopted a Craftsman style for this residence. Tree Tops Historic Context 29 University of Oregon Campus Planning Tirrell & Hunter: Builder Tirrell & Hunter was a distinguished contractor in the city of Eugene during the first half of the 20th century. Throughout the years they built many of the prominent residences and sorority and fraternity houses in the area. In Eugene’s Morning Register’s “Caught in the Rounds Column,” on May 31, 1907, a contract to build Alton Hamtpon’s new residence at Fairmount Heights was let to Tirrell Laurence S. Hunter (left) and Archibald “Archie” Lee & Hunter. It was reported here that Tirrell (right) of Tirrell & Hunter - Photo Courtesy of the design of the house was to be Lane County Historical Society based off of the “most handsome and convenience” Millard F. Griggs house at 124 East 11th Street, also built by Tirrell & Hunter. (“Caught in the Rounds,” The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon, May 31, 1907). They are also credited as the contractors towards the construction of Tree Tops in the City of Eugene’s Oregon Cultural Resource Inventory form for the house. Despite these two confirming sources, Tirrell & Hunter’s involvement in the construction of Tree Tops is uncertain. According to that same May 31, 1907 “Caught in the Rounds” column in Eugene’s Morning Register, work on Tree Tops was slated to be postponed until they finished prior contracted work. It was not until June 1909 that Bennes & Hendricks were identified as the architects and according to the Morning Register’s “Caught in the Rounds,” Tree Top’s foundation was not reported completed until July 1909, two years after the project was slated to begin. (“Caught in the Rounds,” The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon, Jun. 20, 1909; “Caught in the Rounds,” Eugene, Oregon, The Morning Register, Jul. 25, 1909). While their involvement in Tree Tops is unconfirmed, Tirrell & Hunter practiced during the same time that the residence was built and many of the other prominent houses they constructed around Eugene feature the craftsmen style, details of which are present at Tree Tops. A surviving example of Tirrell and Hunter’s work includes the Henry A. Schwering House on East 12th Avenue. Unfortunately many of their works, including the Millard F. Giggs residence at 124 East 11th Avenue which supposedly inspired the design of Tree Tops, no longer exist. 30 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning George Svarverud: Builder According to “TreeTops - Chancellor’s Residence” by Molly Bartlett, a different builder by the name of George Svarverud was the head carpenter for the construction of Tree Tops, hired on at $0.35 and hour. George Svarverud was a son of Martin Svarverud, a prominent figure in the real estate industry in Eugene. It was Martin who started the successful Eugene Real Estate and Investment Company. One of his business partners in this company was Chas M. Densmore, the father of Maude Densmore, Alton Hampton’s first wife. With these intermingling networks of relationships, it is possible then that Martin’s son, George Svarverud, could have been hired to work on the construction of Tree Tops. Whether or not he was the head carpenter is questionable however. Tree Tops was built around 1907-1910. At the time of the 1910 census, George Svarverud was only 16 years old and was listed as having no profession. In comparison, Laurence Hunter of Tirrell & Hunter was 32 years old in 1910 and listed as a contractor building houses. George went on to live in other parts of Oregon and Washington between the years of 1910- 1930. By 1955, George had returned to Eugene. Despite being listed as a farmer in these census records, according to Eugene’s Register-Guard on March 4, 1971, George was known as a carpenter and was apart of the Carpenters’ Union Local No. 1273 until his retirement in 1953. During his retirement, George became a big proponent for the preservation and continued maintenance of Eugene’s Pioneer Cemetery located next to the University of Oregon. Many of his family members, including his father, Martin Svaverud, were buried there. Throughout the early 1950s into the 1970s there were disputes over potential development of the cemetery. On March 4, 1971, George Svarverud died at the age of 77 years-old and was later buried in the Eugene Pioneer Cemetery he worked so hard to preserve. Tree Tops Historic Context 31 University of Oregon Campus Planning George H. Otten: Landscape Architect George Otten (b. 1889) completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Oregon in 1911, after which he worked and studied under Ferruccio Vitale between 1911 and 1915. He continued his studies at Columbia University in New York, graduating with his master’s degree in 1915, and at the University of Montpelier in France until 1919. During World War I, George Otten served in the U.S. Army. He returned to Portland in 1919 and married Ruth Ann Ralston. He was a landscape architect/engineer for the Highway Department of the State of Oregon between 1935-42 and completed many noteworthy landscape architecture projects throughout his career (Capitol’s Who’s Who for Oregon, 1936-38). Otten is closely associated with the original landscaping of some of the more imposing properties in the Fairmount Neighborhood. The earliest example of this was his 1911 bachelor’s thesis, which was a design for the grounds at Tree Tops. Among his most successful residential projects was the design for the extensive gardens of the Washburne Estate in 1920, 4.86 acres of which now comprise the Washburne Park. Key Projects: • Oregon State Capitol grounds including the sunken garden • Portland Swan Island Airport • White Shield Home (now the Salvation Army White Shield Center) • First 9 holes on the Rose City Golf Course (1923) • Landscaping for the Temple Beth Israel • Landscape work for properties in Ralph Lloyd Center Area including Lloyd’s Golf Course (1930) • Placement of Timberline Lodge • Alignment of Columbia River highway • Alderwood Country Club • Private residences of Aaron Frank, A.E. Otis, Harry Grelin, and Carl G. Washburne. The private practice that George H. Otten and his father established in Portland continues to function under the management of his son, George W. Otten, and his granddaughter, Janet Otten. 32 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning D.C. Mosher: Landscape Gardener There is some evidence that D.C. Mosher also contributed to the landscape at Tree Tops. The degree to which Mosher and landscape architect Otten collaborated on Tree Tops is unknown. Further research needs to be conducted on Mosher’s life and work and his relationship to Otten. Tree Tops Historic Context 33 University of Oregon Campus Planning Alton Hampton Alton Hampton, the original owner of Treetops, was a prominent merchant and businessman in Eugene in the early 20th century. He was a charter member of Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge no. 357 in Eugene and very active in various community and civic enterprises. Throughout his life he donated to a variety of causes and served on fair and park boards for many years. He was born on September 3, 1864 near Goshen, Lane County, Oregon, to John and Mary (More) Hampton on the original Hampton donation land, claimed by his father, John D. Hampton. Originally hailing from Kentucky, John D. Hampton arrived Alton Hampton - date unknown - photo to Oregon across the plains in 1843 and his wife courtesy of Lane County Historical Society Mary arrived in 1853. Throughout his life, John D. Hampton was a stock raiser and a farmer and business in agricultural interests. It was an industry his son Alton continued to support throughout his life. Alton Hampton did not pursue a career in agriculture however. Instead he began learning under McFarland and French, dry goods merchants at the Dalles. After two years, he then went on to learn under F. B. Dunn and later Frank E. Dunn, dry goods dealers in Eugene. He continued to do so for six years. Alton eventually left the Dunns and on August 19, 1897, he along with his brothers John, Hugh and Frank started their own dry goods business, Hampton Brothers. The brothers Hugh and Frank later sold their shares in the company to Alton and John. Alton Hampton’s business continued to grow, which Alton Hampton credited to the advertisements in the Morning Register and Daily Guard. By 1907, the Hampton Brothers store was the largest of its kind in Eugene. Their business continued to expand to include mens and ladies wear and by 1909, the two brothers had opened two other branches of their Hampton Bros stores, one in Springfield and one in Cottage Grove. Business was good. Later that same year, 1909, John Hampton retired from the brothers’ business and Alton became sole proprietor of all three of their stores. It was around this time that Hampton and his newly wedded wife, Maud Densmore, began to build their fine home, now known as Tree Tops, a top Fairmount Heights. Business still continued to grow. In February 1911, Alton Hampton moved his Eugene store from Eighth Avenue and Willamette Street to a newly constructed commercial building at Sixth Avenue and Willlamette, the aptly named the Hampton Block or the Hampton Building. Measuring at 75 feet by 160 feet in plan and standing at three stories tall with a basement, the newly constructed commercial building was built to be entirely dedicated to Hampton’s. It was the leading store of its kind between Portland 34 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Many wondered at the enterprise of Alton Hampton...in giving the people of the city such a store. Mr. Hampton has a characteristic way of doing things only in the best style, with the latest ideas.” (“Hampton’s Store Thrown Open to the Public” 1911) Left: The Hampton Block shortly after completion in 1911 - photo courtesy of Lane County Historical Society and San Francisco, according to the Centennial History of Oregon in 1912. It also received a lot of press in local news papers when it first opened its doors, in part for its grandeur and its many new features. It had a central telephone exchange system with five telephones located around the store, lights that automatically turned off at a certain time of day, and many other modern features for its time. The building has since been demolished (ca. 1982) and in its place is the Hult Center for the Performing Arts. While primarily known as a dry-goods merchant, Alton had several other business ventures as well. In 1907 he started and served as director the Merchants Bank, the fourth institution of its kind in Eugene. He was also one of the original directors of the Eugene General Hospital. Unfortunately, Alton’s success eventually began to turn sour. In September 1920, he sold the grand Hampton Block to Frank L. Chambers, the vice president of the First National Bank at the time, and moved his stock to a smaller location along East 9th Avenue, just east of Willamette Street. Eventually, in December 1921, the creditors of Alton Hampton filed for involuntary bankruptcy. It was also around this same time that Alton Hampton sold his Fairmount Heights residence to Campbell Church. In addition to his bankruptcy, on May 9, 1922, a decree of divorce was given to Maud Hampton (she returned to her maiden name and became known as Maud Densmore). He later remarried Edith Potter in 1925, but two years later she divorced Alton as well. Eventually Alton reopened his Hampton store in 1923, selling only ladies clothes at the time. He also bought out his former mentor’s store, Frank E. Dunn, when he retired in 1924. Hampton’s store continued to move around to various locations in Eugene, but Hampton never saw the same success as he did in the 1910s. Throughout the 1920s and into the 1930s, Hamptons health went up and down. He underwent surgery in 1923 for an illness and recovered, but in 1937, he was reported to be at the state tuberculosis hospital in Salem. Eventually on August 13, 1939, Hampton died at his home in Four Oaks, just west of Eugene, “after a long illness” (“Alton J. Hampton Dies at Four Oaks” 1939). Tree Tops Historic Context 35 University of Oregon Campus Planning Maud Densmore Maud Densmore, one of the original owners of Tree Tops, was born to Chas M. and Lucy Densmore in Stanton, Nebraska in 1876. Maud did not arrive to Eugene until 1895 with her family. Throughout her life, Maud was involved in music and her local community. She graduated from Creighton Conservatory of Music in Omaha, Nebraska. After moving to Eugene in 1895, in the 1900 census, her occupation was listed as a music teacher. Maud especially enjoyed playing the pipe organ. She even had one in installed in Tree Tops when it was first built. Maude Densmore married Alton Hampton on January 4, 1905. In 1909-1910, they Maud Densmore - 1940 - photo courtesy of Lane County Historical Society had their grand house built on Fairmount Heights, now known at Tree Tops. A major component to its design was the mezzanine of the grand staircase in the living room. An Estey pipe organ from the Sherman and Clay Piano House from Portland, Oregon was installed on this mezzanine. Maud’s marriage did not last though. On December 13, 1921, Maude purchased the Dr. D. A. Paine Residence at 1059 Pearl. On May 9, 1922, a decree of divorce was given to Maud Hampton. Maud went on to use her maiden name again, Densmore. She never remarried. By May, 21, 1922, not long after the divorce, Densmore began running a corset shop out of her home. Later, in 1924, her shop expanded to include dresses. Over the years she expanded her inventory to include other women’s apparel, such as coats, hats, and purses. Maud continued run her shop at her home at 1059 Pearl until her death in 1951. Maude was also active in Mu Phi Elipson, a musical honorary sorority. Out of that group, she helped form the Women’s Choral Club in 1935, Eugene’s first women’s choir. She became its second president and continued to serve as the president until her death in 1951. Twice a year, the Club put on concerts to fundraise for community groups and other efforts, like Girl Scouts, dental week for needy children, and milk for school lunches. Each year, the Club would also award scholarships to Oregon vocal performance students. Upon her death on December 27, 1951, Maud Densmore was known as a prolific active member of the Eugene community. A scholarship in her name is still being awarded to University of Oregon vocal performance music students every year. 36 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Campbell Church Campbell Lenoir Church, Sr., and his family occupied Tree Tops after purchasing it from Alton Hampton and Maud Densmore in 1921. Campbell Church, Sr. was born ca. 1877 to Susan Campbell in Ohio. Susan Campbell moved to Eugene in 1905 and became a prominent figure in the University of Oregon. In 1897, gold was discovered in the Yukon region of Alaska. Campbell Church was one of the 100,000 of prospectors in search of the metal during the Yukon Gold Rush that followed. While he did not find fortune in gold, he later struck riches in the lead mining industry of Missouri. When the mining pits of Missouri were flooded in the early 20th century, Campbell Church, Sr. developed an invention that could pump out the flooded mines via hydraulic siphons. He then went on to build up his fortune through combined mining investments and the use of his pumping invention. At some point prior to 1921, Campbell Church, Sr. was reported to be living in British Columbia and cruising around that region with his yacht. In September 1921, he purchased Tree Tops from Alton Hampton and moved into the grand Eugene home at Fairmont Heights with his wife Adelaide and his four children. Between 1921-1923, Campbell Church, Sr. frequently took cruises up to Alaska for big game hunting with his personal yacht, Nooya. In December 1923 he commissioned boatbuilder Ted Gleary of Seattle, Washington, to build him a new yacht, the Westward. The Westward became Church, Sr.’s flagship and primary vessel for his Alaska Coast Hunting and Cruising Company, a private charter boat enterprise he founded in 1924. Based out of Seattle, he charted many hunting and expeditions into the Alaskan wilderness. The design of the Westward was based on a cannery tender ship design, but modified to be lighter and to better serve on Alaskan waters. It first launched from the Lake Union Dry Dock in May 1924 and saw its first trip to Alaska during the summer of 1924. In 1928, Champbell Church, Sr. passed ownership of the company to his son, Champbell Church, Jr. Since 2007, the yacht has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. During his time in Eugene, Campbell Church, Sr. was very generous to the University of Oregon. He helped support the funding of McArthur Court and the Warner Museum of Fine Arts. He also helped finance many fraternities and sororities on campus and loaned money to help facilitate the cost of the University of Oregon’s tennis courts. In 1938, shortly after the death of his wife in 1937, Campbell Church, Sr. sold Tree Tops to the State of Oregon for $1.00, under the condition that it would be used as the residence for the Chancellor of the Oregon University System or for the President of the University of Oregon. At some point after passing ownership of his yacht company and selling Treetops to the state of Oregon, Campbell Church Senior retired to Pasadena, California. He died there on February 12, 1951. Tree Tops Historic Context 37 University of Oregon Campus Planning Tree Tops, Sanburn Maps 1912 Sanborn Map - Fairmount Loop 38 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Timeline Development of Fairmount Loop 1890: Fairmount was platted, dedicated and recorded with the county on November 4 as a town separate from Eugene. 1903-4: Fairmount was annexed into Eugene. 1908: 1,000 trees were ordered for planting in Fairmount; mainly Lindens, Horse Chestnuts, Maples, and Walnuts. 1909: An extension of the street railway line from the university ran through what was to be known as the Fairmount Loop. 1910: The Hampton Church House (also known as Treetops and the Chancellor’s House) was built at 2237 Spring Boulevard. In 1911 George H. Otten (the landscape architect who would later design the gardens for the Washburne Estate and possibly the McMorran Estate as well) wrote his bachelor’s degree thesis, “Drawings and specifications for landscape gardening surrounding Mrs. Alton Hampton’s residence, Fairmount Heights, Eugene Or.” The Hampton Church property was purchased by the University of Oregon on February 24, 1938, to be used as the official residence of the chancellor. The Fellman Jewett House was built at 2550 Fairmount Boulevard to the designs of architect J. Hunzicker. The Fellmans occupied the house until 1921. Mary Jewett (a widow) lived here from 1921 to 1938 with her two children: Narcissa (who would later marry Carl Washburne), and Wilson Jewett. This house has since been awarded a secondary ranking by the City of Eugene. 1912: The Sanborn map from 1912 shows the properties inside the Fairmount Boulevard loop without any formal subdivisions. These properties were owned by fruit growers; orchards occupied the land that was later built upon. One apple tree at the east end of the McMorran House property was the only remnant of the original Gravenstein apple orchard that was on the property. Unfortunately this tree was removed in 2005 due to disease. Tree Tops Historic Context 39 University of Oregon Campus Planning 1920: The Washburne house (primary ranking from the City of Eugene) was built at 2425 Fairmount Boulevard (Heirloom Homesteads gives 1916 as the date for the construction of the Washburne house, the 1920 construction date is more widely used and accepted as accurate). This year was part of a particularly lucrative period for the McMorran and Washburne partnership in the dry goods business, only two years after they had bought out their biggest competitor, S.H. Friendly and Company. The house was built in the Colonial/Dutch Revival Style, which was very popular in Eugene at the time. The Washburne Estate was extensive and included the land now known as Washburne Park. The grounds and gardens of the estate were designed by George H. Otten and are an excellent example of early 20th century private estate design. The Washburnes were responsible for building the “community” wading pool and swimming area, both of which still exist in the Park grounds, although the wading pool was drained when the City of Eugene ordered that all such pools be fenced in. Images and brief descriptions showing the Jewett, Washburne and McMorran Houses from Style and Vernacular: A Guide to the Architecture of Lane County, Oregon,1983. 40 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning The estate remained under the ownership of the Washburnes at least until Narcissa Washburne passed away in November 1961, at which time the Minnie L. Washburne Memorial Park was established as a 4.86-acre public park. A 2-foot to 4-foot basalt wall bounds the west side of the park, and two sets of steps lead upwards to the park from Agate Street, one set on the northwest corner and one set in the center of the wall. The original wading pool still exists, although now it has been drained. A number of sources state that the park was donated to the City of Eugene, although a draft for the National Register Application for the South University Neighborhood states that the City of Eugene purchased the park in 1961 for $10,000. The City of Eugene later expanded the park with the purchase of a portion of the hillside south of E. 21st Avenue. 1921: Wilson H. Jewett, Mrs. Washburne’s brother, constructed a residence on the southern end of their property. At this time the part of the property occupied by the new house was sectioned off from the rest of the Washburne estate, and the address of the Jewett house was given as 2465 Fairmount Boulevard (see Sanborne map - p. 3). Wilson Jewett lived there with his wife and son until Wilson’s death in 1975. The Jewett house has since been given a secondary ranking by the City of Eugene. 1925: The McMorran house (designed in 1924 by Roscoe Deleur Hemenway, a noted Portland architect) was built at 2315 McMorran Street. The McMorrans also built the “community” tennis courts on the land south of their house (see Sanborn map - p. 3). A glimpse of these tennis courts can be seen in the 1929 film “Ed’s Coed” produced by students at the University of Oregon. On September 17, 1941, the McMorran House and a small portion of the land (0.912 acres) was purchased from George H. McMorran by the University of Oregon at a reduced price. The faculty agreed to loan the purchase price at 3% secured by the Faculty Club (Collier House). The house was to be used as the official residence of the president of the University of Oregon. The Sanborne map of 1925 shows four plots of land on which the McMorran, Washburne, and Jewett residences are shown, along with the tennis courts on the fourth subdivision to the south of the McMorran House. Washburne Park is shown across Fairmount Boulevard to the northwest (see photographs of the McMorran, Washburne, and Jewett houses - p. 12). Tree Tops: Construction and Alterations 1908-1910: The Hampton Church House (also known as Treetops and the Chancellor’s House) was built at 2237 Spring Boulevard. Tree Tops Historic Context 41 University of Oregon Campus Planning 1938: On March 18, 1938, Campbell Church, Sr. sold Tree Tops to the University of Oregon for one dollar, under the condition that the active Chancellor or President reside there. The clearing cost for the acquisition was $1,000. Furnishings were valued at $4,770. 1952: Dining Room Furniture purchased from Maud Densmore Estate by Dr. Byrne, the Chancellor at the time. 1962: Remodel of kitchen occurs. 1985: In a final report from the Oregon State of Higher Education offices of administration to the Executive Committee of the Board of Higher Education, the following remodels and repairs occurred: • Terne metal roof and master bedroom balcony repair • A new screen door for the front entry • Refinished floors in the living room, dining room, and upstairs recreation room; carpeting (to two rooms) and area rugs • Wall repair including the removal of old paper followed by the installation of new paper, plaster repair and refinishing, and paint removal from moulding and trim • Cabinet work • Newly upholstered fixed seating in living room The following work was underway but not quite completed at the time of the report: • Wiring and, in some cases, new fixtures in the interior and exterior, including outdoor walkways. • painting on interior and exterior of house and garage, terne metal roof, and carport (delayed due to unanticipated dry rot and need for drier weather) 1986: Brockmeyer McDonnell Architects of Eugene (who also worked on an exterior restoration of Johnson Hall in 1984 and as associated architects on Willamette Hall in 1985) supervised the following renovations: • New stairs supported by a new 6” concrete foundation wall on the south of • Existing wall extended in upstairs Maids Room to provide for new adjacent shelves. • Handrails are added to the new stair to meet code. 1988: Site improvements designed by Brian McCarthy, Landscape Architect with Cameron & McCarthy Landscape Architects of Eugene, that included the following: • Site walks and stone walls on the north and west side of the house • Lawn renovation of the south and west lawn • Terrace on south side of the house 42 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Tree Tops: History of Chancellors 1932-1939 William Jasper Kerr, first chancellor, resided in Eugene. 1938-1946 Frederick M. Hunter, with his wife Ema, are the first to live at Tree Tops after its was given to the state. 1946-1950 Paul Packer. Tree Tops furnished with antiques by his wife. 1950-1955 Charles D. Byrne resided with his wife. Oak table returned to Tree Tops under Chancellor Byrne’s reign. 1955-1961 John R. Richards, with his wife Peg. 1954 Assessment of Treetops stated the following: valued at $50,000; to restore it at the time would cost $51,320; future life of 30 years (until 1984); 11,820 square feet. 1961-1982 Ray Lievallen, wife Barbara, four children. 1982-1988 William E. (Bud) Davis (1982-1988) modernized Tree Tops at the request of his wife Polly. There were structural repairs to porches and chimney, rewiring, an improved bathroom and laundry, general remodeling and redecorating, restroom facilities added to main floor, and a wheelchair lift added to the NE corner of the front facade for handicap accessibility. Mrs. Davis raised the funds for the redecorating and basic furnishing of official areas of Treetops. A plaque in the entry parlor commemorates her work. 1988-1989 W.T. Lemman, wife Genna, did not live in house but used it for ceremonial purposes. They also planted three large, threatened rhododendrons from Hendricks Park. 1989-1994 Thomas A. Bartlett, wife Molly, added oversized upholstered furniture, a walnut piano, a dining room set, large and several small oriental rugs to Tree Tops. Bartlett worked with Tim King and David Gerson of the Physical Plant Department to improve the grounds. Tree Tops Historic Context 43 University of Oregon Campus Planning 1994-2002 Joseph W. Cox, wife Regina, decorated back stairways, refinished kitchen floor, oversaw the establishment of a new roof (1998). Mrs. Regina managed and replanted the grounds. 2002-2004 Richard Jarvis 2004-2013 George Pemsteiner resided at tree tops but split his time between Eugene and Portland. 2013-2014 Melody Rose did not reside at the house but stayed instead with her family in Portland 2014-2015 Cathryn Dyck June 30, 2015 Oregon State University System is dissolved. 44 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Tree Tops Bibliography Works Cited Photos Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon “Catalog Number GN553: Martin Svarverud residence in Fairmount Heights, 2465 Fairmount.” C. 1900. Eugene - Streets - D to F, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number GN560: Chancellor’s residence, Fairmount area. Exterior. House is under construction.” C. 1910. Eugene - Streets - D to F, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number GN577: Hampton residence (Alton and Maude) in Fairmount Heights. Now Chancellor’s residence. Grounds with partial view of house.” C. 1920. Eugene - Streets - D to F, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number GN821: Hampton Building, 610 Willamette Street. Photo taken soon after completion of building.” C. 1911. Eugene - Streets - Willamette - 500 to 600 Block, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number KE1255: Hampton’s Womens and Mens Goods, 845 Willamette Street, located in the White Electric Company building, 878 Willamette Street, Eugene. Exterior. View of the back of the store. Automobiles double parked on street.” Date unknown. Eugene - Streets - Willamette - 800 Block, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number GN1649: Early Alpha Phi Sorority house, 675 East 11th Avenue. Interior. View showing two men, Archie Tirrell on right and Laurence Hunter on left doing finishing work.” C. 1910. Tree Tops Historic Context 45 University of Oregon Campus Planning Eugene - University of Oregon, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number KE3310: Portrait of Al Hampton, co-owner of Hampton Brothers Department Store, Eugene.” Date unknown. People - H, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number L82-516-325: Portrait of a woman identified as Maude Densmore. Head and shoulders view.” November 27, 1940. People – D, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks Digital Photograph Collection of Chancellors Residence. Digital photographs, University of Oregon Campus Planning digital files, Eugene, Oregon. Photos taken August 18, 2015. Miscellaneous American Institute of Architects, Southwestern Oregon Chapter. Style and Vernacular: A Guide to the Architecture of Lane County, Oregon. Oregon: Western Imprints The Press of the Oregon Historical Society and Southwestern Oregon Chapter/AIA, 1983. Ancestry.com “Birth, Marriage & Death.” Ancestry. 2016. Accessed Jun. 7, 2016. http://search.ancestry.com/search/category.aspx?cat=34 “U.S. Federal Census Collection.” Ancestry. 2016. Accessed Jun. 7, 2016. http://search.ancestry.com/search/group/usfedcen “Miltary Records.” Ancestry. 2016. Accessed Jun. 7, 2016. http://search.ancestry.com/search/category.aspx?cat=39 Bartlett, Molly. “Tree Tops Chancellor’s Residence.” Report, University of Oregon Campus Planning digital files, Eugene, Oregon. October 1998. Bennes, John V. and E.W. Hendricks. Work of Bennes & Hendricks, architects. Portland, Or.? : Publisher not identified; between 1910 and 1924. 46 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Chancellor’s House.” University Archives alphabetical subject files, 1890s- 1990s, University of Oregon Archives Department, Eugene, Oregon. Digital Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps 1925 - 1962, University of Oregon Library. http://sanborn.umi.com.libproxy.uoregon.edu/or/7411/dateid- 000005.htm?CCSI=2197n. Donovan, S. and K. Elsesser. “Hampton/Church House.” Oregon Cultural Resource Inventory, City of Eugene, Eugene, Oregon. June 17, 1985. Fairmount History Project Booklet, Fairmount Neighbors Association, 2011. Accessed Jun. 30, 2016. http://fairmountneighbors.com/fairmountneighbors/Resources/FNHP_ Book_FINAL.pdf Gaston, Joseph. The Centennial History of Oregon: 1811-1912. Chicago: The S. J. Clarke Publishing Company, 1912. Landis, Larry. “John V. Bennes (1967-1943).” The Oregon Encyclopedia. Accessed Jun. 30, 2016. http://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/bennes_john_v_1867_1943 _/#.V3MLdY7gzjM Portrait and Biographical Record of the Willamette Valley, Oregon. Chicago: Chapman Publishing Company, 1903. Permit Number 98-05140-01. City of Eugene, Planning and Development, Eugene, Oregon. June 10, 1998. Permit Number 02-05799-01. City of Eugene, Planning and Development, Eugene, Oregon. November 13, 2002. Property Information Report: Tax lot 18-03-04-23-01400. City of Eugene, Planning and Development, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed October 14, 2015. http://eugene-or.gov Ritz, Richard Ellison. Architects of Oregon: A Biographical Dictionary of Architects Deceased—19th and 20th Centuries. Portland, OR: Lair Hill Publishing, 2002. Roth, Leland M. Review of William J. Hawkins III and William F. Willingham’s Classic Houses of Portland, Oregon, 1850-1950. UNSW Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians 61, no. 1 (March 2002): 101. Taylor, Holly. “M.V. Westward.” National Register of Historic Places Registration Form. National Parks Service, Department of the Interior, United States, 2007. Tree Tops Historic Context 47 University of Oregon Campus Planning Newspapers Alton Hampton The Daily Capitol Journal, Salem, Oregon “Funeral Wednesday.” Daily Capitol Journal (Salem, OR), Aug. 3, 1937. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Social Events - Prominent Eugene People Wed.” Daily Capitol Journal (Salem, OR), Jan. 5, 1905. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 26, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com The Eugene Daily Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Advertisement Is in Every Guard For Past Twenty Years.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 14, 1917. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Alton Hampton Purchases Dunn Store on Will.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 23, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Alton Hampton to Re-Enter Business.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Apr. 11, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Alton Hampton’s Wife Sues Him for Absolute Divorce.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 9, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Announcement.” Newspaper advertisement for Hampton’s store. The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 28, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Cases Dismissed.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 15, 1911. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com News of foreclosure case dismissed. “City News.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jan. 4, 1911. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com News of completion of interior of the new Hampton’s store on 6th and Willamette and when Hampton plans to open it. 48 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “City News.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 9, 1911. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com News of when Hampton plans to open his new Hampton’s store on 6th and Willamette. “City News – Portland Referee Arrives.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jan. 9, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com News of arrival of referee for bankrupts of the Alton Hampton estate. “City News – Hampton Leaves Hospital.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), May. 24, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “City News – Hampton Out.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jun. 14, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com News of Hampton recovering from an unnamed illness and operation. “City News – Hampton to Resort.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jul. 5, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Brief mentioning of Hampton’s poor health condition. “City News – Hampton Returns.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jul. 23, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Brief mentioning of Hampton’s health condition. “City News – To Wilhoit Springs.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 20, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 11, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Brief mentioning of Hampton’s health condition. “City News – Living at Osburn Apartments.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 2, 1926. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com Tree Tops Historic Context 49 University of Oregon Campus Planning News of Alton and Maude Hampton moving to Osburn Apartments. “City News – Alton Hampton Here.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 7, 1938. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com News of Alton Hampton’s visiting from state tuberculosis hospital. “Hampton Bros.’ New Store Opened to Public.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 3, 1909. Google News. Accessed Oct. 15, 2015. https://news.google.com “Hampton Venture.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Nov. 27, 1918. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Hampton Will Erect Big Department Store at Sixth and Willamette.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 15, 1910. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 11, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton Will Erect Big Department Store at Sixth and Willamette.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 15, 1910. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton’s New Store Will Open to Public Next Monday Forenoon.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 17, 1911. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 11, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton’s Store Thrown Open to Public.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 20, 1911. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com “Hulin Buys Quarter Block from Hampton.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Nov. 15, 1909. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com “Notice of Sale of Bankrupt Stock, Fixtures and Lease.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jan. 20, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Now Sole Owner Hampton Stores.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 9, 1909. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com “Notice of Dissolution.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 11, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com 50 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Remodel Dunn Store for New Proprietor.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 26, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Springfield Banking Co. Incorporates.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), May 11, 1907. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “The Sensation of the Hour.” Newspaper ad. The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 3, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Two Divorces are Granted by Court.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Apr. 5, 1927. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com The Eugene Register-Guard, Eugene Oregon “Alton Hampton to Establish Branch.” The Eugene Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 1, 1931. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com “City News Notes.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Sep. 13, 1937. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “City News Notes.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Jun. 9, 1938. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “City News Notes.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 7, 1938. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Alton J. Hampton Dies at Four Oaks.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 14, 1939. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon “Alton Hampton Leave’s Hospital.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), May 24, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com. Tree Tops Historic Context 51 University of Oregon Campus Planning “Alton Hampton to Wed.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Nov. 29, 1925. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Announcement!” Advertisement. Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Feb. 28, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Caught in the Rounds – Hampton Goes to Wilhoit.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Aug. 19, 1923. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Brief mentioning of Hampton’s health condition. “City News Briefly Noted – Showered with Rice.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Jan. 5, 1905. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 26, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “City News Briefly Noted - Have Returned Home.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Feb. 1, 1905. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 26, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Creditors File Petition.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Dec. 24, 1921. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Divorce Decree is Sought.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Mar. 11, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Dunn Building is Sold.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sep. 23, 1924. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “F. L. Chambers Acquires Alton Hampton’s Block.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sep. 5, 1920. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton Has a New Store.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Apr. 12, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton Settled Again.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sep. 29, 1920. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton Store to Move.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Jul. 30, 1920. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com 52 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Mrs. Hampton Divorced.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Apr. 6, 1927. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Mrs. Hampton Divorced.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), May 10, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Store Closing Urged.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sep. 1, 1927. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Store to Move Soon.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Apr. 4, 1928. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Oregon Daily Journal, Portland, Oregon “Alton Hampton Firm of Eugene Bankrupt; Petitions Are Filed.” Oregon Daily Journal (Portland, OR), Dec. 26, 1921. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Bank, Land, Power, and Mercantile Companies.” Oregon Daily Journal (Portland, OR), May 14, 1907. “City News.” Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton Store Sold.” Oregon Daily Journal (Portland, OR), Feb. 24. 1916. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Prominent Merchants of Eugene Incorporate Assett Company.” Oregon Daily Journal (Portland, OR), Oct. 8, 1908. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Rooseburg Review, Rooseburg, Oregon “New Bank for Eugene.” Roseburg Review (Roseburg, OR), Sep. 2, 1907. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Campbell Church Albany Democrat Herald, Albany, Oregon Tree Tops Historic Context 53 University of Oregon Campus Planning “Board Refuses to Boost Student Fees at UO. OSC.” Albany Democrat Herald (Albany, OR), Mar. 8, 1938. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Campbell Church Home Presented to State.” Albany Democrat Herald (Albany, OR), Jan. 27, 1938. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Daily Capital Journal, Eugene, Oregon “Companion on Hunting Trip Tells Tragedy.” Daily Capitol Journal (Salem, OR), Jun. 13, 1927. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Swamped in Breakers of Unimak Isle.” Daily Capitol Journal (Salem, OR), Jul. 10, 1926. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Eugene Daily Guard, Eugene, Oregon “City News – Kills Ten Bears.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jun. 10, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Episode Two of Animals’ Fiesta Held.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jul. 22, 1929. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “High School News.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Oct. 7, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Mar. 3, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Proof of a Whopping Fish Story.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 22, 1930. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Scouts Anxiously Wait Alaska Trip.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 12, 1935. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Scouts Inspected on Eve of Cruise.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 15, 1935. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Medford Mail Tribune, Medford, Oregon 54 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Battle Sea and Volcano.” Medford Mail Tribune (Medford, OR), Jul. 10, 1926. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon “ ‘Cliff’ Brown Drowns.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Jun. 9, 1927. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Eugene Party Wrecked in Breakers at Alaska.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Jul. 10, 1926 “Finley Party Delayed.” Moring Register (Eugene, OR), Jul. 25, 1926. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Girl Kills Two Bear.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Oct. 1, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Mar. 30, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Name Campbell Church.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Aug. 23, 1925. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Real Estate Transfers.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sep. 22, 1921. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Society.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sep. 11, 1921. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com News of Cambell Church making their home in Eugene. The Oregon Statesman, Salem, Oregon “Mrs. Campbell Church Funeral on Wednesday.” The Oregon Statesman (Salem, OR), Aug. 3, 1937. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 26, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com The Register-Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Thrills of Whaling Told by Eugene Party.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 19, 1930. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Tree Tops Historic Context 55 University of Oregon Campus Planning “Word Received in Eugene of Death of Campbell Chuch.” Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 28, 1951. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com Maud Densmore The Eugene Daily Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Announcement to Women.” Newspaper Ad. The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), May 22, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Announcing.” Newspaper Ad. The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 22, 1924. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon “Announcement to Women!” Newspaper Ad. Morning Register (Eugene, OR), May 21, 1922. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Announcing.” Newspaper Ad. Morning Register (Eugene, OR), May 20, 1924. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Caught in the Rounds – Mrs. Hampton Buys Paine Residence.” Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Dec. 13, 1921. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com The Register-Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Anniversary Sale.” Newspaper Ad. The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Jul. 23, 1931. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Clearance Continues…” Newspaper Ad. The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Dec. 03, 1950. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Competitors.” Photograph. The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Apr. 27, 1947. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com 56 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Lower Prices…Yes!” Newspaper Ad. The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Sep. 26, 1949. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Maud Densmore, A Gallant Lady.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Dec. 28, 1951. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Maud Densmore.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Dec. 27, 1951. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Miss Maud Densmore.” Photograph. The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 21, 1943. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Music Patroness Dies in Hospital.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Dec. 27, 1951. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “New Fall Arrivals in Dresses.” Newspaper Ad. The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 11, 1940. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Women’s Choral Club to Give Concert Proceeds to Fund.” The Register- Guard (Eugene, OR), Dec. 6, 1946. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com Tirrell and Hunter The Register-Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Archibald Tirrell.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 8, 1952. Google News. Accessed Oct. 13, 2015. https://news.google.com “Museum to Feature ‘Bungalow’ Exhibit.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 11, 1980. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Saturday Rites for Eugenean Agnes Tirrell.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Nov. 4, 1961. Google News. Accessed Oct. 13, 2015. https://news.google.com Tree Tops The Bend Bulletin, Eugene, Oregon Tree Tops Historic Context 57 University of Oregon Campus Planning “Chancellor Hunter to Occupy Church House.” The Bend Bulletin (Bend, OR), Feb. 1, 1938. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com The Eugene Daily Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Assessment Notice.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Dec. 17, 1913. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Beautiful Hampton Residence is Sold.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Sep. 10, 1921. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 26, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “City News.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), May 12, 1910. Newspapers.com. Accessed Oct. 21, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com News of pipe organ to be installed. “City News.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Jul. 7, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 19, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com News of foundation work completed. “City News.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 27, 1910. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 19, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com News of installation of pipe organ. “Ground Broken for Hampton Block.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 21, 1910. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 24, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Hampton’s House to Have 17 Rooms.” The Eugene Daily Guard (Eugene, OR), Aug. 19, 1909. The Morning Register, Eugene, Oregon “Caught in the Rounds – Tirrell & Hunter Will Build Fine Residence for John Hampton.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), May 31, 1907. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 25, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com 58 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning “Caught in the Rounds – To Be a $12,000 House.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Jun. 20, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 25, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Caught in the Rounds – Laying Joists at the New Hampton Residence.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Jul. 25, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 25, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Caught in the Rounds – Putting in Heating Plants.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Aug. 11, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 19, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Caught in the Rounds – Good Progress on Hampton Residence.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Oct. 7, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 19, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Caught in the Rounds – Making Beautiful Grounds.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Oct. 28, 1909. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 19, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com “Eugene Is Becoming a City of Beautiful Homes.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Feb. 17, 1924. Newspapers.com. Accessed Dec. 2, 2015. http://www.newspapers.com “Real Estate Transfers.” The Morning Register (Eugene, OR), Sept. 1908. Newspapers.com. Accessed May 24, 2016. http://www.newspapers.com The Register-Guard, Eugene, Oregon “Advertisement for Bids.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), May 11, 1988. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “All Is Merry and Bright for a Grand Holiday at the Chancellor’s Home.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Nov. 27, 1979. Google News. Accessed Oct. 2, 2015. https://news.google.com “Appeal Filed in Legal Fight Over Chancellor’s Residence.” The Register- Guard (Eugene, OR), Sep. 21, 1984. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Church Wasn’t Builder of Changellor’s House.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), May 28, 1983. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Fund-raising Event Feature Tour of Hilltop Homes.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), May 1, 1988. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com Tree Tops Historic Context 59 University of Oregon Campus Planning “Heirs Want Chancellor’s House Back.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), May 25, 1983. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Home Tour Saturday.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Feb. 2, 1972. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com Lundeen, Kay. “Lieuallen Family Finds History in Chancellor’s Home.” The Register-Guard, (Eugene, OR), Sep. 13, 1962. Google News. Accessed Oct. 19, 2015. https://news.google.com O’Brien, Mike. “Has Anyone Seen a Pipe Organ That’s—Well, That’s Big and Lost?” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Mar. 15, 1972. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Six Eugene Homes to Open Doors for Benefit Architectural Tour.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), May 16, 1968. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com Strycker, Lisa. “Judge Won’t Dismiss House Lawsuit.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Jun. 1, 1984. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com Tims, Marvin. “Residence to Remain with State.” The Regiser-Guard (Eugene, OR), Jun. 2, 1984. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com “Those Presidential Houses.” The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), Jun. 7, 1984. Google News. Accessed Oct. 16, 2015. https://news.google.com Works Referenced McBeth, Brian. “The story behind Tree Tops: The Alton and Maude Hampton, Hampton-Church, or Chancellor’s House.” Term paper, University of Oregon Campus Planning files, Eugene, Oregon. June 8, 2015. Kain, C. H. “Fairmout Heights.” Plat Document, City of Eugene, March 25, 1910. Carter, Elizabeth and Michelle Dennis. “Eugene Area Context Statement.” City of Eugene, Planning and Development Department, April 1996. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://eugene-or.gov “Catalog Number L82-516-11982: Portrait of a woman identified as Maude Densmore. Head and shoulders view.” February 20, 1938. People – D, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 60 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number L82-516-5482: Portrait of a woman identified as Maude Densmore. Head and shoulders view.” December 1939. People – D, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks “Catalog Number L82-516-8740: Portrait of a woman identified as Maude Densmore. Head and shoulders view.” April 15, 1937. People – D, Lane County Historical Museum, Eugene, Oregon. Accessed May 10, 2016. http://lanecounty.pastperfect- online.com/33692cgi/mweb.exe?request=ks Tree Tops Historic Context 61 University of Oregon Campus Planning Notes Current Research: We found Treetops to have high historical significance. Though there have been alterations, the house has maintained its original appearance and integrity. With its excellent craftsmanship and details, it is an exemplar of the Craftsman style. It represents the early work of a significant Oregon architect, J.V. Bennes, as well as the work of notable Eugene builders Tirrell & Hunter. The house is further associated with important historical figures for both the city of Eugene and the University of Oregon, including prominent businessman Alton Hampton and, since 1938, the university chancellors. Future Research: Further research still needs to be performed on the landscaping of Treetops; it remains to be determined what parts of George H. Otten’s thesis design were actually built and whether they are extant. Criterion A (assoication with significant events) and Criterion B of the Historic Status and Significance still need to be researched and written about; in particular, what are the designation of Tree Tops by the OUS Ad Hoc Committe on Properties of Historical and/or Architectural Value and the City of Eugene. Tree Tops could also benefit from a more detailed account of its rooms; for example, the prominent light fixtures throughout the house--including the great room, dining room, landing and balcony--might be original. Elevations, plans, and other drawings still need to be found or created. 62 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning Appendix North Facade View of wood corbels, North porch Columns and balustrade eave brackets, and shingles Eschucheon on front Lock changed on front door with Alton Baker’s door initials Tree Tops Historic Context 63 University of Oregon Campus Planning West Facade View of west porch from grounds View of west porch Patio with bench and stone Exposed beams Rusticated retaining wall ashlar stone East Facade Ashlar masonry on porte-cochere Light fixtures added in 1985 64 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning First and Second Floor - Interior Fireplace in living room; Cabinetry and shelving in most likely original wood living room and landing and brick Light fixture on landing Tree Tops Historic Context 65 University of Oregon Campus Planning 66 Tree Tops Historic Context University of Oregon Campus Planning