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Archives of Derrydale Press, 1926-1960 (inclusive) 1928-1942 (bulk)

Extent:
111 boxes and 69.60 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of correspondence and business papers of the Derrydale Press, from its foundation in 1926 by Eugene V. Connett III (Princeton Class of 1912) through its liquidation in 1942. There is also a great deal of correspondence by Connett and his staff concerning the acquisition and editing of manuscripts, sales, and distribution, and promotion of the books.

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New Jersey Miscellaneous Collection, 1671-1956 (inclusive)

Extent:
9 boxes and 5.6 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of a collection of miscellaneous legal and financial documents, correspondence, and other manuscript materials, assembled from various sources, that relate to New Jersey history or inhabitants of New Jersey from the late 17th century through the mid 20th century.

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Thomas Mann Collection, 1881-1971 (inclusive)

Extent:
13 boxes and 6.1 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of letters, manuscripts, photographs, and other materials from Nobel Prize winning author Thomas Mann, given by Caroline Newton, and also of those collected by Princeton University Library with funds provided by Caroline Newton.

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Adolf Hitler Collection, 1912-1946 (inclusive) 1933-1940 (bulk)

Extent:
5 boxes
Abstract:
Consists mostly of correspondence among members of the NSDAP (Nationalsozialistiche Deutsches Arbiterspartei) and with Hitler's adjutants Wiedemann and Brückner. Original material from Hitler himself is limited and of no real contextual importance (birthday wishes, New Year's wishes, thanks for wishes made unto him, etc.). There are a few letters concerning Nazi "Judenpolitik" (Jewish policy), some regarding arrests and camp conditions, others concerning scandalous associations with Jews. Military concerns are few and interspersed throughout. The majority of the material, mostly directed to Hitler, consists of wishes of health, happy birthdays, thank you's. Most of the Nazi officers present at the Nuremburg Trials are featured in the collection.

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George Russell Brown Family Collection, 1865-1932 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists primarily of documents and newspaper clippings about Civil War veteran George Russell Brown and college essays of his son, Princeton student George Russell Brown, Jr.

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Frothingham Family Collection, 1850-1950 (inclusive)

Extent:
7 boxes and 2.8 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists mainly of correspondence between family members of Arthur L. Frothingham, who was a Princeton professor of archaeology (1886-1905). The collection includes correspondence and family photographs from his father, Arthur L. Frothingham, mother, Jessie Peabody Frothingham, and sister, Jessie Peabody Frothingham. Also present are manuscripts concerning Arthur L. Frothingham's study (ca.1912) on arches in the Roman Empire.

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