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Finding Aid for the Forrest R. Jones Papers, 1906-1925


MS-0329

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN


Encoded by: Elizabeth Dunham, September 12, 2006.

Summary Information
Title: Forrest R. Jones Papers

Date/Date Range :   1906-1925

Extent: 3.0 linear feet

Abstract:
The papers of Forrest R. Jones consist of sketches, drawings and blueprints of some of Mr. Jones' mechanical inventions as well as correspondence dealing with the inventions. Many of these inventions were patented although they were not widely used.

Call number: MS-0329

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Access and Use
Aquisition Information:
This collection is property of the University of Tennessee Special Collections Library.
Access Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Copyright:
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Preferred Citation:
[Identification of Item], Forrest R. Jones Papers, MS-0329. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of three boxes divided into two series: Sketches, Drawings, and Blueprints; and Correspondence.


Biography / History

Forrest R. Jones was a former university professor, inventor, and engineer.


Collection Scope and Content Note

The papers of Forrest R. Jones consist of sketches, drawings and blueprints of some of Mr. Jones' mechanical inventions as well as correspondence dealing with the inventions. Many of these inventions were patented although they were not widely used.

Subject Terms

  • Jones, Forrest R.
  • Inventors -- United States -- History.
  • Inventions -- United States -- History.
Contents List
   

Series I: Sketches, Drawings, and Blueprints, 1907-1925
Box   1     Folder   A    
Friction Clutch, 1907
Box   1     Folder   B    
Friction Clutch FD7, 1907
Box   1     Folder   C    
Friction Clutch, 1909
Box   1     Folder   D    
Coil Clutch, 1909
Box   1     Folder   E    
Coil Clutch, 1912
Box   1     Folder   F    
Chuck Tap 3.5 Shell, 1911
Box   1     Folder   G    
Chuck First Tap, 1911
Box   2     Folder   A    
Art of Writing, 1912
Box   2     Folder   B    
Locking and Tilting Device, 1912
Box   2     Folder   C    
Automatic Train Stop, 1913
Box   2     Folder   D    
Railway Radio Safety Measures, 1923
Box   2     Folder   E    
Railway Double Odometer, 1924
Box   2     Folder   F    
Valve Gate, 84 in. for Dump Body, circa 1925
Box   2     Folder   G    
Valve Gate, 1925
Box   2     Folder   H    
Road Machine, 1925
Box   2     Folder   I    
Cut Off for Gravel Bin, 1925
Box   2     Folder   J    
Reversible Hydraulic Drive, undated
Box   2     Folder   K    
Torch Cutting Device, undated
   

Series II: Correspondence (mostly pertaining to inventions), 1907-1917
Box   3     Folder   1    
Correspondence: Automobile

Box   3     Folder   2    
Correspondence: Automobile

Box   3     Folder   3    
Correspondence: C
Box   3     Folder   4    
Correspondence: D-E
Box   3     Folder   5    
Correspondence: F
Box   3     Folder   6    
Correspondence: G-I
Box   3     Folder   7    
Correspondence: J-K
Box   3     Folder   8    
Correspondence: L-M
Box   3     Folder   9    
Correspondence: Q
Box   3     Folder   10    
Correspondence: U-V
Box   3     Folder   11    
Correspondence: W
Box   3     Folder   12    
Correspondence: Z