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Joseph Henry Collection, 1834-1878 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected correspondence and documents of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), the American physicist, inventor, and first secretary and director of the Smithsonian Institution.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Ogden Family Collection, 1682-1853 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes, 6 items, and 0.6 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of miscellaneous letters and documents--originals as well as copies--relating to multiple generations of the Ogden family of Elizabeth (formerly Elizabethtown), New Jersey.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Steward and Refectory Records, 1782-1869 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: The Steward and Refectory records relate to various expenses incurred by students while at Princeton. They are divided into two series. The first, refectory accounts, consists predominantly of lists of students and the amounts due from each for itemized expenses including room and board, tuition, library, servant wages, washing, damages and fuel. Other materials include bills, various accounts and reports, an inventory of furniture belonging to the kitchen in 1816, and bills, accounts and reports relating to the building of a new refectory in 1834-35. The second series consists of accounts, vouchers, correspondence, receipts and statements of expenses relating to the University Steward. The 1869 Steward's file consists of a list of local boarding houses and the owners, student residents and payments.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

Office of the Controller Records, 1769-2009 (inclusive) 1921-2009 (bulk)

Extent:: 70 boxes and 173 volumes
Abstract:: Established in 1920, the Office of the Controller is responsible for the preparation of the University's annual audited financial statements, as well as financial and tax reports to several government agencies including the Internal Revenue Service. Consists of records produced by the Office of the Controller that document University financial matters.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

Edward C. Thomas Letters to Nicholas Biddle, 1801-1804 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of letters by Princeton graduate Edward C. Thomas to his friend and college classmate Nicholas Biddle about news of the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University).

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Princeton University Student Clubs Records, 1821-1926 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes
Abstract:: Princeton students have formed clubs for social, charitable, religious, political and other purposes nearly since the school's founding. Princeton University Student Clubs Records, 1821-1926 consists of bound volumes including minute books, financial ledgers, and other record books from student-organized campus clubs including the Nassau Hall Education Society (1821-1839), Literary Sharpshooters (1887-1888), the Philosophical Club (1889-1894), the Hill Club (1900-1904), and the Internaional Polity Club (1914-1926).

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

William R. Weeks Papers, 1746-1897 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: The Papers of William R. Weeks, Esq., consist of three folders of material researched and correspondence written for the furtherance of a book on Princeton University's early history Weeks planned to write. The title of the book was to be, "History of the First Endowment of the College of New Jersey, now Princeton University." It is highly doubtful that the book was ever written; there is no copy of it on record.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

Princeton University Broadsheets Collection, circa 1807-1983 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes and 1 folder
Abstract:: This collection comprises broadsides, posters and similar single-sided oversize printed objects created by or for Princeton University.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

Willard H. Bradford Princeton Collection, 1779-1897 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: Consists of manuscripts, correspondence, and documents relating to the College of New Jersey and the locale of Princeton, collected by Willard H. Bradford (Class of 1891).

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Hugh Simm Collection, 1768-1784 (bulk) 1748-1810 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 1.33 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of twenty-two letters and documents of Hugh Simm, a mechanic from Paisley, Scotland, who, after moving to America in 1768, briefly served as Princeton University's first librarian and inspector of rooms.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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