Record Source: University of Pennsylvania / Year: <span class="single" data-blrl-single="1972">1972</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Schools and Divisions Building Dedications Collection, 1900-1993 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.5 cubic feet
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Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Philadelphia General Hospital. Office of Medical Education Records, 1970-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:: 8 cubic feet
Abstract:: Philadelphia General Hospital was run by the City of Philadelphia, and was located in West Philadelphia where Children's Hospital of Philadelphia now stands. The City closed Philadelphia General Hospital in 1977. The Records of Philadelphia General Hospital document the administrative and financial history of the institution.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Philadelphia General Hospital. Financial Records, 1968-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 cubic feet
Abstract:

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Herman Lukoff Papers, 1940-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:: 6 cubic feet
Abstract:: Herman Lukoff, a pioneer in the computer industry, attended the Moore School of Electrical Engineering of the University of Pennsylvania from 1940 to 1943. Lukoff's career blossomed after 1950 when the Eckert-Mauchly Corporation was bought out by Remington Rand (later known as Sperry Rand) Corporation. The papers of Herman Lukoff mainly document his professional career at the Sperry Rand Corporation, although there is a small series of personal papers, primarily containing student notes while attending the University of Pennsylvania.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

LeRoy Smith, Jr. Papers, 1939-1988 (inclusive)

Extent:: 6 items
Abstract:: LeRoy Smith, Jr. attended the University of Pennsylvania where he received a B.S. in Education from in 1934 and a Masters of Arts Degree in 1943. The collection consists of academic and religious poems written by Smith from his college days throughout the remainder of his life.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Holden Furber papers, 1898-1992 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.75 linear feet (5 boxes and oversized folder)
Abstract:: Holden Furber (1903-1993) was a professor of South Asian studies at the University of Pennsylvania from 1948 to 1973. His papers include his correspondence to his family while traveling; records relating to his education from grammar school to graduate school; his writings; his research; and his professional papers, largely as a professor.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Dr. Irvin Stein collection of Eugene Ormandy material, 1953-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:: Dr. Irving Stein (1906-2000) was an orthopedic surgeon and professor at the University of Pennsylvania, who also served on the board of the Philadelphia Orchestra. This collection documents his relationship with Eugene Ormandy (1899-1985), the conductor of the Philadelphia Orchestra, and his efforts to memorialize Ormandy's accomplishments following his death.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Don Stacy correspondence with Vilém Flusser, 1966-1976 (inclusive) 1973-1976 (bulk)

Extent:: 0.2 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:: Donald L. Stacy (1925-2008), known primarily as Don Stacy, was an artist and art teacher born in New Jersey, who lived and worked for most of his life in New York City. Vilém Flusser (1920-1991)-- a Czech-born philosopher who lived for a long period in Sao Paulo, and later in France-- wrote on media and technology, and on communication and artistic production, among other concepts. The correspondence between Don Stacy and Vilém Flusser in this collection was collected by Don Stacy and takes place primarily between 1973 and 1976. The letters from Don Stacy are either handwritten draft letters to Flusser or reprographic copies of the sent letters, while the letters from Flusser are originals. The two men discuss art and philosophy, taking pleasure in sharing ideas and theories and debating opposing positions, and also address issues surrounding their friendship.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Barbara Berney research material on health care reform and environmental issues, 1949-2008 (inclusive) 1975-2001 (bulk)

Extent:: 3.4 linear feet (4 boxes)
Abstract:: Barbara Berney is an associate professor of health policy and management at the CUNY School of Public Health. Her work focuses on health disparities, occupational health and safety, and environmental issues. This collection is comprised of materials related to Dr. Berney's research interests in health care reform and environmental issues and may include research related to her work on the documentary Power to Heal.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Clifford Manshardt writings, 1972-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.4 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:: Clifford Manshardt (1897-1989) was an American sociologist and author who wrote about religion and Indian history. This collection contains typescripts for two of his unpublished writings: "Transitions: The Shipmans of Bombay" and "When Religion Divides: The Story of India and Pakistan."

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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