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| MS-1229 |
Title: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc., Archives
Abstract: The papers in this collection concern the IEEE's East Tennessee Section and include its history, reports, financial material, newsletters, minutes, correspondence, yearbook lists, student activities, etc., between 1936 and 1984. A set of microfiche is included as a duplicate of the material contained in this collection.
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| MS-1230 |
Title: World War II Collection
Abstract: This collection consists of diaries, photographs, letters, memerobilia, maps, newspapers, scrapbooks, and awards documenting World War II.
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| MS-1232 |
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| MS-1234 |
Title: John F. Fuzek Experiment Records
Abstract: This collection houses seven volumes documenting experiments that chemical consultant John Fuzek performed while working at the Hercules Powder Company and at the North American Rayon Company.
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| MS-1235 |
Title: Virginia Colonial Records Project Survey
Abstract: This collection houses survey reports that Virginia Colonial Records Project agents wrote to inform the Project of Virginia-related documents that they had uncovered in British and French archives. 14,704 reports were generated over the project's 30-year span, ranging from 1 to over 100 pages.
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| MS-1237 |
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| MS-1257 |
Title: Michael Lofaro Class Papers
Abstract: This group of material is made up of student projects from Dr. Michael Lofaro's class on folklore written between 1977 and 1984. The papers are arranged by: first, the general subject; second, the student's last name; and third, the specific focus of the study.
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| MS-1258 |
Title: Knoxville (Tenn.) Chamber of Commerce Collection
Abstract: Collection contains the records of the Knoxville (Tenn.) Chamber of Commerce, including the records of the Board of Directors, the Convention Department, and the Membership Department. Also included are other materials related to the history of Knoxville.
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| MS-1259 |
Title: World War II Collection
Abstract: The second grouping of the World War II Collections features the correspondence and photographs of Cortland A. Bassett of the 10th armored Division. Also included are the correspondence, scrapbook, diary, etc. of Walter Gentry of the 290th Engineer Combat Battalion as well as materials from other World War II veterans. The collection is arranged alphabetically, by last name of the collector.
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| MS-1261 |
Title: Alexander Hollaender Papers
Abstract: This is the fourth installment of the papers of Alexander Hollaender, a radiation researcher and head of the Biology Division of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This installment consists of documents and correspondence pertaining to the many symposiums and workshops in which Hollaender dealt over the latter part of his career. Also, Dr. Hollaender's personal files between the years of 1950 and 1975 are included.
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| MS-1285 |
Title: W. Neil Franklin Collection
Abstract: This collection consists of the manuscript of a book authored by Dr. Franklin entitled The Indian Trade in Colonial Virginia. Also, there are a number of photostats of documents and correspondence used by Franklin in his writing.
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| MS-1287 |
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| MS-1298 |
Title: World War II Collection
Abstract: This collection houses World War II memorabilia collected by World War II veterans and their families.
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| MS-1306 |
Title: James T. Thornton Papers
Abstract: This collection houses receipts that James T. Thornton collected over a period of forty years. They represent the different types of businesses that operated during that period of time and the different types of letterhead that they used.
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| MS-1314 |
Title: World War II Collection
Abstract: This edition of the World War II Collection contains memorabilia and pictures from the foot soldier and seaman to the top officers. In addition to diaries, books and training manuals, this collection houses Regimental and Divisional histories and interviews of veterans. Among the most prominent groups of items are the Pacific Theatre photographs donated by Harwell Proffit, and photographs of the European Theatre donated by Harry Leake and John Joseph Wise (in oversize). Represented therein are such eminent figures as Gen. McArthur, Adm. Halsey, Gen. Eisenhower, King Umberto I of Italy, King Victor Emmanuel of Italy, Gen. Patton, and Prime Minister Churchill. This collection is arranged alphabetically by last name of the collector.
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| MS-1316 |
Title: Julia Francis Hammond Spring Diary,
Abstract: This diary was kept by Julia Frances Hammond Spring -- wife of B.F. Spring of Pikeville, Tennessee. The album covers a period from 1852-1878. Much in the diary is of a religious nature, regarding the Methodist Church, mentions of preachers, and sermons. Also in the collection is another handwritten book that appears to be her daughter's first school exercise book.
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| MS-1324 |
Title: Knoxville Gardens Slides
Abstract: This collection is actually two copies of one set of slides. The original slides are typical of early 20th century slides, and the collection is organized by the numbers found on these originals. There are also copies of these slides made on modern slides. The number of these slides follows the descriptions of the slide (as written by the photographer or collector).
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| MS-1326 |
Title: Mattie B. Sperry Collection
Abstract: This collection contains correspondence between George and Mattie Price, George Price's passport, a certificate -- signed by Tennessee Governor Robert Taylor -- desiginating him as delegate to represent Tennessee at the World Exposition in Paris, France. Other materials include a food ration book, menus, photographs, and a stamp collection.
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| MS-1328 |
Title: Tennessee Endangered Species Committee Records
Abstract: This collection contains information in the form of magazine and newspaper articles, correspondence, court proceedings, congressional records and other materials concerning the lengthy battle between the T.E.S.C. and the TVA over the building of the Tellico Dam and the dam's threat to various elements of the local environment, particularly an endangered species of fish, the Snail Darter.
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| MS-1332 |
Title: Herman E. Spivey Papers
Abstract: Collection contains speeches, newspaper clippings, correspondence, and notes of Herman E. Spivey, educational adminstrator and English professor.
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| MS-1333 |
Title: Richard M. Saffell Papers
Abstract: These letters between various members of a Tennessee family (including two serving with the Confederate army) document their experience during the Civil War.
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| MS-1342 |
Title: Lucinda Cowan Album
Abstract: Album has notes and sketches from Lucinda's friends. Several are dated Knoxville 1831.
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