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Rae Family Estate Collection, 1800-1857 (inclusive)

Extent:

4 boxes and 1.4 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of nineteenth-century legal and financial records relating to the estates of Scotchmen James Rae and his brothers, John and William, in England, Scotland, and Jamaica. These family records shed light on the economic conditions in Jamaica and the administration of estates there, which, in turn, reflect the island's social and racial conditions and the importance of trade between England and its colonies in the West Indies.

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

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Exhibitions Collection, 1896-2013 (inclusive) 1951-2013 (bulk)

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109 boxes and 46.5 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of material from and about the exhibitions held by the Special Collections in Firestone Library, primarily concerning subjects relating to American and English literature and art.

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

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Albert Schweitzer Collection, 1896-1976 (inclusive) 1930-1965 (bulk)

Extent:

14 boxes and 5.8 linear feet

Abstract:

The collection contains both original and printed material relating to Albert Schweitzer, the French missionary physician who founded the Lambaréné Hospital in French Equatorial Africa in 1913 and who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1953 for his philosophy of "reverence for life."

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

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Princeton University Library Collection of Ashbel Green Materials, 1744-1958 (inclusive) 1783-1844 (bulk)

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13 boxes and 4.84 linear feet

Abstract:

Ashbel Green (1762-1848) was a prominent Presbyterian minister, eighth president of the College of New Jersey, and co-founder of the Princeton Theological Seminary. The bulk of the papers consist of Green's personal writings, including diaries and sermons. The papers of Green's father, the Reverend Jacob Green (1722-1790) are also included.

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

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Herbert S. Gorman Papers, 1909-1960 (inclusive)

Extent:

7 boxes

Abstract:

The Herbert S. Gorman Papers consists, for the most part, of manuscripts, galleys, and notes for six of Gorman's historical novels, but includes some photographs of Gorman, bibliographies of his works, and a small amount of correspondence.

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

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Enoch Morgan's Sons Co. Collection, 1844-1987 (inclusive)

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18 boxes and 13.3 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of records of the nineteenth-century New York City-based soap manufacturer Enoch Morgan's Sons Company, including business records, correspondence, and advertising and promotional materials for Sapolio soap, its best known product.

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

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George S. Rigby, Jr. Collection of Anthony Trollope, 1837-1939 (inclusive)

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3 boxes and 0.83 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of primarily correspondence of author Anthony Trollope and associates, as well as manuscript material, photographs, and drawings of Trollope.

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

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Moe Berg Papers, 1943-1958 (bulk) 1866-1991 (inclusive)

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25 boxes and 19 linear feet

Abstract:

Morris "Moe" Berg (1902-1972) was a Major League Baseball player, linguist, and lawyer who became a spy in World War II. The papers are comprised of correspondence, notes, photographs, and miscellaneous and printed materials covering all aspects of his life and work, but relating primarily to Berg's work with multiple government agencies.

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

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Mario Vitti Papers, 1947-1992 (inclusive)

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5 boxes and 2.2 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of papers of Mario Vitti, an Italian author, translator, and educator specializing in modern Greek literature. Included are letters (1947-1992) from Greek, Turkish, Italian, and other poets and authors, and manuscripts of Greek authors collected by Vitti.

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

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Benjamin Harris Brewster Papers, 1820-1887 (inclusive)

Extent:

25 boxes

Abstract:

Consists mainly of correspondence and legal documents of Benjamin Harris Brewster (Princeton Class of 1834), much of it related to the Star Route prosecutions during Brewster's tenure as attorney general under President Chester Alan Arthur.

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