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Jacob Viner Papers, 1909-1979 (inclusive) 1930-1960 (bulk)

Extent:

144 boxes

Abstract:

Jacob Viner (1892-1970) is considered one of the greatest economists of the twentieth century. His career was spent at the University of Chicago and Princeton University, and he also frequently served as an advisor to the United States government. His primary academic interests included international economics, international economic relations, and the history of economic thought, but his investigations ranged across many disciplines. Viner's papers document his scholarship, as well as his government service, and include correspondence, manuscripts, reports, and research materials.

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

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Alexandros Xydēs Collection, 1939-2000 (inclusive)

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4 boxes and 1.6 linear feet

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Consists of the collection of Alexandros Xydēs, Greek diplomat and art critic. Included are typed manuscripts, correspondence, off-prints, ephemera, and other printed material with a focus on Greek politics, Cyprus, human rights, and international relations.

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

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Dimitri H. Gondicas '78 Collection of Offprints Relating to Modern Greek Culture and Politics, 1940-2017 (inclusive)

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4 boxes and 2.0 linear feet

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Consists of offprints relating to Modern Greek literature, poetry, art and archaeology, theater, history, and politics.

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

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Development and Resources Corporation Records, 1936-1980 (inclusive) 1954-1970 (bulk)

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923 boxes

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The Development and Resources Corporation (D&R), founded and directed by David E. Lilienthal, operated from 1955 to 1979 and was based in New York City. D&R provided regional economic development services to governments throughout the world, often with a focus on the development of water resources and the construction of dams. Its main project was the development of the Khuzestan region of Iran. D&R's records document its development projects and business operations and include correspondence, contracts, data and maps, proposals and reports, and collected materials about each country.

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John E. Rovensky Papers, 1920-1968 (inclusive) 1920-1929 (bulk)

Extent:

3 boxes

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John E. Rovensky (1880-1970) was a banker and economist. As a banker, he held the position of vice president at the National Bank of Commerce, Bank of America, and City Bank. As an economist, he was a member of the Economists' National Committee on Monetary Policy, the National Monetary Association, and the Stable Money Association. Rovensky's papers document his work as an economist, including his tenure as president of the Stable Money Association in 1927. The papers are comprised of correspondence, offprints, and newspaper clippings.

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