Language: Spanish; Castilian / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1950">1950</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1999">1999</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

William H. Tower Philatelic Collection, 1380-1950 (inclusive) 1700s-1940s (bulk)

Extent:: 20 boxes and 15.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of envelopes both used and unused (also known as covers), letters, postcards, documents, postage stamps, and a variety of other philatelic material from around the world as collected and annotated by the Reverend William Hogarth Tower (1871-1950). The collection spans the topics of English Postal History, United States Postal History, War Covers, Philatelic Miscellany, and Franking.

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

Prieto and Maíz Family Business Records, 1760-1974 (inclusive) 1890-1945 (bulk)

Extent:: 17 boxes and 6.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of the records (1760-1974) of a large business conglomerate in northern Mexico founded by Pedro R. Prieto and owned by branches of the Prieto family, including Maíz family members, for three generations.

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

Félix Candela Papers, 1924-1997 (bulk) 1767-2007 (inclusive)

Extent:: 37 boxes and 32.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Félix Candela was an influential Spanish-born architect and structural engineer, known for his innovative designs using reinforced thin-shell concrete to create the highly efficient hyperbolic parabaloid shapes used in his construction of many well-known churches, factories, and other buildings, primarily in and around Mexico City in the mid-20th century. The collection consists of professional and personal papers, including photographic files documenting his projects, architectural drawings and designs, drafts of lectures and published papers, correspondence, appointment books, student notebooks and artwork, personal photographs and albums, awards and certificates, architectural reference books and magazines, construction materials catalogs, and clippings on various architecture and design topics and on Candela's own work.

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

Alejandro Rossi Papers, 1955-2009 (bulk) 1812-2010 (inclusive)

Extent:: 39 boxes
Abstract:: The Alejandro Rossi Papers consist of personal notebooks, manuscripts, correspondence with writers, academics, editors and artists, and printed material of the writer.

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

Haverford College historical examinations, 1839-1951 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection consists of historical examinations and related materials pertaining to admission to Haverford College as well as examinations administered during the academic year.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

Spanish Military Documents Relating to 19th Century Cuba, 1845-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of Spanish legal and military documents relating to the administration of Cuba in the 19th century.

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

Church Materials from Mexico I, 1851-1999 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1848 items
Abstract:: This microfilm consists mainly of Catholic religious pamphlets published in Mexico, covering a wide range of subjects such as art, liturgy and catechism, as well as social issues related to women, indigenous groups, youth, and other topics. The bulk of the material was published in the 1980s and after.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Latin American Ephemera [Contact Us]

San Juan Pueblo Records, 1863-1958 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of photocopies of a Tewa-speaking tribe's documents from the archive of the governor of San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico, including leases, operating accounts, financial statements, contracts, and notices. There are also three open-reel audiotapes containing recordings of songs from the Hopi, San Juan, and Zuni peoples.

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

Religion in Perú, 1871-2001 (inclusive)

Extent:: 262 items
Abstract:: This microfilm consists primarily of pamphlets published in Peru relating to church and religion. Themes covered include history, indigenous peoples, internal church affairs, youth, social issues, politics, biographies and art. The bulk of the material was published during the 1990s.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Latin American Ephemera [Contact Us]

Flores and Viramontes Families Papers, 1880s-1989 (inclusive) 1900-1954 (bulk)

Extent:: 0.4 linear feet and 1 box
Abstract:: Consists of a group of family photographs, ephemera, and other papers belonging to the Flores and Viramontes families, two interconnected Mexican American families living in southwest Texas and New Mexico in the 20th century.

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

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