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Journal of voyage to England- travels in England, Wales, Ireland Scotland voyage home, March 29th - Oct. 25th 1834 : Journal of a voyage to Rio de Janeiro-Bahia-Pernambuco New York, Dec 15th 1835, approximately 1834-1872 (inclusive) 1834-1835 (bulk)

Extent:: 1 volume (170 pages)
Abstract:: Reverend Theodore William Snow's travel journal chronicles three separate trips to the British Isles and Brazil in the 1830s. Snow’s ink and pencil entries fill a marbleized paper-covered account book and detail travel by ship, landmarks and structures seen, events, social customs, and religious practices.

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

Russell W. Peterson papers, 1953-2010 (inclusive) 1970-2010 (bulk)

Extent:: 8.8 linear foot (10 boxes), 2 dvd, and 1 videocassettes (vhs)
Abstract:: Russell W. Peterson served as governor of Delaware from 1969 to 1973. The Russell W. Peterson papers include correspondence, speeches, personal notes, press clippings, schedules, calendars, personal planners, informational materials, photographs, and audiovisual materials.

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

Philadelphia Custom House records, 1779-1934 (inclusive) 1790-1900 (bulk)

Extent:: 12.2 linear foot (13 boxes), 1 oversize removal, and 1 oversize box
Abstract:: The Philadelphia Custom House records consist of materials generated by and related to the United States Customs Service of the Port of Philadelphia from 1779 to 1932. These records illustrate commercial and shipping interests, as well as foreign trade relations, in the United States from the late eighteenth to the early twentieth century. The materials also highlight the growth of the U.S. Customs Service as it took on new responsibilities and wielded greater authority over the course of the nineteenth century. In addition to documents related to shipping and paying duties, the collection also contains materials related to marine insurance, the internal administration of the Philadelphia Custom House, and the activity of ship crews.

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

Ships’ bills of health, 1894-1932 and undated (inclusive)

Extent:: .33 linear foot (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection consists of bills of health from ships traveling from ports in Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, and the Caribbean between 1894 and 1932.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [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]

Albert O. Hirschman Papers, 1900-2008 (inclusive) 1950-2000 (bulk)

Extent:: 84 boxes
Abstract:: Albert O. Hirschman (1915- ) was a leading scholar in the field of economic development whose work focused on Latin America but encompassed the globe. He was a professor at Yale, Columbia, Harvard, and the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey. Hirschman's papers document his scholarship on economic development and his academic career and include his correspondence written while he was at the Institute for Advanced Study, his writings, and his research notes and materials, especially related to his work in Latin America and for the World Bank.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

Rubber Development Corporation, Amazon Division Records, 1942-1945 (inclusive)

Extent:: 22 boxes and 1 folder
Abstract:: The Rubber Development Corporation, Amazon Division Records (1942-1945) reflect Philip H. Williams' interests and concerns as manager of the Manaos Office in Brazil. As manager, Williams was called upon to play various roles including diplomat, manager and administrator. His fellow staff members were C. Homer McDuff–Acting General Manager, Mr. Swain–Accounting Department, H. A. Beck–Acting Manager, Manaos Office, George A. Seaman–Assistant to Mr. Williams, John Herman Neumann–Manager of Amazon Division and Douglas H. Allen–President of the Rubber Development Corporation. The bulk of this collection consists of copies from William's personal files. The majority of the collection is composed of correspondence, memoranda, reports, charts, photographs and newspaper clippings.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

Princeton Listening Center Records, 1939-1941 (inclusive)

Extent:: 24 boxes
Abstract:: The Records of the Princeton Listening Center (1939-1941) consist of transcripts of Axis and Allied propaganda broadcasts monitored by the Listening Center staff from November 1939 through May 1941 until the operations of the Center were taken over by the Federal Communications Commission of the United States government. Also included are subject and research files of the organization, as well as reports published by the members.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

Carlos Ribeiro Papers, 1938-1993 (inclusive) 1955-1967 (bulk)

Extent:: 4 boxes and 2.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of the business and personal papers of Carlos Ribeiro, founder and owner of Livraria São José, a well-known bookstore and cultural center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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

Thomas Colchie '64 Papers, 1968-2003 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3 boxes and 1.25 linear feet
Abstract:: Thomas Colchie (Princeton University alumnus, Class of 1964), is a translator, editor, and literary agent with a specialization in Latin America. His papers consists of correspondence from Jorge Amado, António Lobo Antunes, Guillermo Cabrera Infante, Carlos Drummond de Andrade, Oswaldo França Júnior, Ignácio de Loyola Brandão, Manuel Puig, Murilo Rubião, Ernesto Sábato, José Saramago, Moacyr Scliar, João Ubaldo Ribeiro, José Luandino Vieira, Néstor Almendros, Adolfo Bioy Casares, Elizabeth Bishop, João Cabral de Melo Neto, Joaquim Cardozo, Philip Roth, and Alan Warner.

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

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