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General correspondence relating to Civil Works projects originating under the Wilmington and Philadelphia Engineers, 1907-1943 (bulk) 1871-1948 (inclusive)

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113.0 linear feet
Abstract:
The Philadelphia District of the Army Corps of Engineers was established in 1866, to manage the water resources of the Delaware River Basin, and of the Atlantic Coast from the Manasquan Inlet of New Jersey to the southern boundary of Delaware. The “General correspondence relating to Civil Works projects originating under the Wilmington and Philadelphia Engineers” collection houses correspondence, blueprints, maps, bids, photographs and reports dating from 1871 to 1948 [bulk 1907-1943]. This collection relates to civil engineering projects in the Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey area, such as: dredging of rivers, creeks and harbors; flood control; removing wrecks; bridge building and maintenance; dam building and maintenance; and relocations of roads, cemeteries and railroad lines.

Held at: National Archives at Philadelphia [Contact Us]

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James M. Fallows Papers, 1976-1978 (inclusive)

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18 boxes
Abstract:
James M. Fallows (1949- ) is a political journalist and cultural commentator who has held editorial positions at the Atlantic Monthly, Washington Monthly, and U.S. News & World Report and worked as a commentator for National Public Radio's "Morning Edition." Fallows also served as chief speechwriter for President Jimmy Carter from 1976 to 1978. Fallows's papers document his service as chief speechwriter for Carter and are predominantly composed of drafts of speeches for Carter and related memoranda.

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

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