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Edith Sitwell Papers, 1932-1964 (inclusive) 1959-1962 (bulk)

Extent:: 3 boxes and 1.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists primarily of correspondence (1959-1962) of English poet Edith Sitwell.

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

Dwight D. Eisenhower White House photographs, 1950-1960 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3 boxes
Abstract:: Consists of White House photographs (1950-1960) that are mainly of President Eisenhower on various public occasions.

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

Taos Blue Lake Collection, 1947 - 1972 (inclusive) 1954-1970 (bulk)

Extent:: 24 boxes
Abstract:: Taos Pueblo lost thousands of acres of land as well as Taos Lake, a sacred Pueblo shrine, when Carson National Forest was created in 1906. After a sixty-four year fight, the government returned the land to the Pueblo. This collection brings together four discrete collections: the papers of Barbara Greene Kilberg, a White House Presidential Fellow at the time of the dispute; the papers of Corinne Locker, secretary to Association on American Indian Affairs (AAIA) president Oliver LaFarge (1901-1963) and later AAIA Southwest Field Secretary; the papers of Rufus G. Poole, regional attorney for the AAIA in New Mexico, and the papers of William G. Schaab, an Albuquerque attorney who became involved in the fight in 1967.

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

Inspector's Records, 1793-1857 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes
Abstract:: The Inspector's records consist of reports, receipts, vouchers, accounts and some correspondence concerning repairs to student rooms and other buildings. The receipts and vouchers are mainly from craftsman who conducted the repairs. Little information concerning individual students or their accounts can be found in these records. The position of Inspector was instituted in 1767 and apparently lasted until the mid-19th century at which time it merged into the Treasurer's Office.

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

Princeton Music Collection, 1849-2009 (inclusive) 1894-1941 (bulk)

Extent:: 14 boxes and 2 items
Abstract:: This collection contains various songbooks printed for Princeton University including bound volumes and small booklets. Among the former is a nearly complete series of the Carmina Princetonia. There is also a second series dedicated to sheet music comprising various songs written for Princeton University, including many pieces written by alumni.

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

Beer Jacket Designs collection, 1917-1979 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes
Abstract:: Among Princeton University traditions, the Beer Jacket worn by graduating seniors stands as one of the most unique and most enduring. The collection consists of materials documenting the evolution of beer jacket designs throughout the greater part of the 20th century.

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

Grover Cleveland Collection, 1879-1984 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: Grover Cleveland was the twenty-second (1885-1889) and twenty-fourth (1893-1897) president of the United States. After leaving the White House he retired to Princeton, N.J where he was a Trustee of Princeton University. The Grover Cleveland Papers consist of collected research materials regarding Grover Cleveland, his life in Princeton, and his relation to the University.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [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]

Princeton University Summer Institutes and Cooperative Affiliates Collection, 1959-1967. (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: Princeton University faculty have long participated in pedagogical and research activities aimed at improving education and knowledge production at all levels. This collection consists of program materials and reports from summer institutes and curriculum development programs based at Princeton University, which were aimed at improving the education of primary and secondary school students, as well as specialized training programs for scientific researchers.

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

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