Form: Sample books - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Paul M. Grinder Collection, 1965-1995 (inclusive)

Extent:: 5.0 linear feet (4 boxes)
Abstract:: Dyestuff industry sample dye books and test cards collected and maintained by American dyestuff industry salesman Paul M. Grinder.

Held at: Science History Institute Archives [Contact Us]

Lester F. Black sample book of calligraphic calling cards, approximately 1880-1890 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume (17 pages)
Abstract:: Lester F. Black penned the calling cards in this late nineteenth-century volume of thirty calligraphic samples, as well as a brief note on the final page.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Massachusetts textile mills sample books, approximately 1866-1882 (inclusive)

Extent:: 4 volume
Abstract:: This collection contains four sample books of denims, tickings, and furniture checks manufactured by Massachusetts textile mills. The sample books were created by textile selling agents J.S. & E. Wright & Co. and Wright, Bliss, and Fabyan between 1866 and 1882.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

University of Georgia Press collection, 1934-1999 (inclusive) 1967-1990 (bulk)

Extent:: 10 linear foot (11 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection of items from University of Georgia Press, the oldest and largest publication house in the state, consists of trade materials published between 1934 and 1999 that were used by the press at its publication office.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Geoffrey Wakeman Plough Press collection, 1655-1996 (inclusive) 1970-1993 (bulk)

Extent:: 10 linear foot (10 boxes), 5 oversize box, and 2 oversize removal
Abstract:: The Geoffrey Wakeman Plough Press collection consists of the records of the Plough Press and the works and research materials of the Plough Press's founder, English printer and author Geoffrey Wakeman. The Plough Press's publications, reprints, and original works by Wakeman and others pertain to print culture, particularly printers and printing, illustration processes, binding, and paper.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Frederic A. Blank papers, 1866-1991 (inclusive) 1917-1974 (bulk)

Extent:: 2.5 linear foot (3 boxes)
Abstract:: The papers of centenarian, World War I veteran, and retired wall covering entrepreneur Frederic Blank, spanning close to 150 years, illustrate the varied life of a twentieth-century businessman and provide important sample books of iconic mid-twentieth-century American wall coverings.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Frank W. Tober papermaking and paper samples collection, circa 1050, 1850-1993 (inclusive) 1920-1990 (bulk)

Extent:: 7 linear foot (7 boxes) and 4 oversize box
Abstract:: Frank W. Tober collected this wide variety of paper specimens and samples from around the world, including manufacturer's paper sample books, catalogs, individual paper specimens, and a portion of St. Louis collector and bookbinder Francis T. Guelker's collection on the history and craft of bookbinding and papermaking.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Carpenter Paper Company cabinet and paper samples, approximately 1900-1920s (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.5 linear foot (5 boxes), 1 oversize box, and 1 item (1 wooden cabinet)
Abstract:: Incorporated in 1890, the Carpenter Paper Company was the first paper warehouse in Omaha, Nebraska. The Carpenter Paper Company cabinet and paper samples consist of approximately ninety booklets and sample books of envelopes, writing paper, and cardboard dating between 1900 and the 1920s, and the coabinet which housed these materials.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Michael Peich paper specimens catalogs collection, 1977-2008 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.5 linear foot (3 boxes)
Abstract:: Michael Peich is an emeritus professor of English at West Chester University. In 1982, he founded the Aralia Press, a fine arts press used to teach university students the art of printing. The Michael Peich paper specimens catalogs collection comprises American and worldwide paper manufacturers' sample books sent to Peich and Aralia Press from 1977-2008, largely advertising hand- and machine-made art and printing paper.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Philadelphia distributors' paper sample books, circa 1900-1960 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear foot (1 box)
Abstract:: The Philadelphia distributors' paper sample books collection consists of forty-two sample books likely produced between 1900 and 1960. The collection contains samples ranging from paper covers to typewriter, blotting, and gummed papers. Each book typically contains papers in multiple colors, weights, and finishes. While the manufacturers are located in New England and the Midwest, the distributors (when identified) are all based in Philadelphia. One of the manufacturing companies is the American Writing Paper Company, which became the largest producer of fine papers in the world during its peak output. The Thomas W. Price Company is the most common distributor.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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