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Alice Merritt Robinson papers, 1920-1983 (inclusive)

Extent:

8.0 linear feet

Abstract:

The strength of this collection lies in the materials which relate to the professional training of nurses and nursing education issues, particularly with regard to psychiatric nursing. Robinson's work as a nursing instructor, administrator, and author are well documented by her speeches, annotated manuscripts for publication, personal and professional writings, employment files, and photographs. The collection also contains several journal issues and reprints of Robinson's writings.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Barbara G. Schutt papers, 1930-1986 (inclusive)

Extent:

7.0 linear feet

Abstract:

Barbara G. Schutt was a graduate of two Philadelphia institutions: Jefferson Hospital and the University of Pennsylvania. She became renowned as an editor at the Pennsylvania Nurse and the American Journal of Nursing. This collection is comprised of addresses, articles and files which reflect her associations with national and state nurses associations and the American Journal of Nursing.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Thelma M. Schorr papers, 1952-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:

2.0 linear feet

Abstract:

Thelma Schorr is known as a former editor of the American Journal of Nursing. This collection consists of her personal and professional papers, which document her time at the American Journal of Nursing Company and her work on her book Making Choices, Taking Chances.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]