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Lyman Spitzer Papers, 1936-1997 (inclusive) 1960-1979 (bulk)

Extent:: 72 boxes, 2 items, and 30.6 linear feet
Abstract:: Princeton professor of astronomy (1947-1982), chairman of the Dept. of Astrophysical Sciences, and director of the Princeton University Observatory, Lyman Spitzer was also primarily responsible for founding the University's Plasma Physics Laboratory. His papers include design studies, technical plans and programs, various reports, correspondence, notes, and observations relating to his involvement in the development of the study of space astronomy at Princeton.

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

Admiral Caspar Frederick Goodrich papers on the Princeton University Naval Training Unit, 1918-1920 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: Rear Admiral Casper Frederick Goodrich was the commander of the Naval Training Unit and the Pay Officers Material School established at Princeton University in 1917. The records consist of Goodrich's correspondence and program records pertaining to the administration of the Naval Training Unit at Princeton University.

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

Bureau of Student Placement records, 1940-1953 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes
Abstract:: The Bureau of Student Placement was an administrative office at Princeton University that operated roughly from 1945 to 1953 and acted as a liaison between the various armed services and the Princeton University community. The records consist of army, navy, and marine corps plans for colleges, card files containing information about students in the service, and the correspondence of director Gordon G. Sikes which includes letters to and from servicemen, military officials, and other University administrators.

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

Herbert S. Auerbach Collection on Mormons and Indians, 1808-1935 (inclusive)

Extent:: 12 boxes
Abstract:: Consists of copies of letters, documents, stories, newspaper articles, reports, tables, artifacts, and extracts relating to Mormons and Indians, as collected by Herbert S. Auerbach, an American renaissance man, involved in music, writing, politics, and philanthropy.

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

G. Edward Pendray papers, 1829-1981 (inclusive) 1923-1971 (bulk)

Extent:: 106 boxes and 2 items
Abstract:: G. Edward Pendray was an early proponent of rocket power and space flight and co-founder Pendray and Company, a prominent public relations firm. The G. Edward Pendray Papers consist of correspondence, notes, memoranda, drafts, reports, photographs, and printed material related to Pendray's career in public relations and his life-long interest and involvement in aeronautics and astronautics.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

Museum of the American Revolution collection, circa 1730-1977

Extent:: 9.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Museum of the American Revolution focuses on the history of the rebellion of the North American colonies against British rule that resulted in the formation of the United States of America, and chronicles the development of the idea of independence over history. The Museum of the American Revolution collection, circa 1730-1977, includes an extensive array of materials that document the War, its aftereffects, the evolution of revolutionary ideas, the lives of prominent Founding Fathers and everyday soldiers, commemorations of Revolutionary sites (especially Valley Forge, Pa.), and related topics.

Held at: Museum of the American Revolution [Contact Us]

Clarence B. Randall Papers, 1932-1967 (inclusive) 1948-1965 (bulk)

Extent:: 19 boxes
Abstract:: Consists of 78 bound volumes containing Randall's journals, articles, and speeches concerning his relationships with Dwight D. Eisenhower, Richard M. Nixon, John F. Kennedy, and Lyndon B. Johnson, and his government posts.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

Hugh Lenox Scott Papers, 1898-1923 (inclusive)

Extent:: 8 boxes
Abstract:: Consists of papers of Scott relating primarily to his mission as a military member of the Special Diplomatic Commission headed by Elihu Root, which was sent to Russia by Woodrow Wilson in 1917.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

Americans United for Separation of Church and State Records, 1947-2013 (inclusive)

Extent:: 87 boxes
Abstract:: The organization that became Americans United for Separation of Church and State was founded in 1947 to protect church-state separation and religious freedom, as well as to educate lawmakers, religious leaders, and the general public regarding Constitutional religious liberties. The records document the administration and issues of the organization from its founding and include correspondence, meeting materials, and publications.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

William S. Dix Papers, 1955-1978 (inclusive)

Extent:: 9 boxes
Abstract:: William S. Dix was Princeton's University Librarian (1953-1975) and a prominent spokesperson for librarians worldwide. The William S. Dix papers contain correspondence, reports, articles, and other materials documenting Dix's many professional interests and activities outside of his position at Princeton.

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

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