William H. Vanderbilt Gubernatorial Papers (Mss. Gr. 60)
University of Rhode Island, University Archives and Special Collections
15 Lippitt RoadKingston, RI 02881-2011
Tel: 401-874-4632
email: archives@etal.uri.edu
Collection Overview
| Title: | William H. Vanderbilt Gubernatorial Papers |
| Date range: | 1936-1941 |
| Creator: | Vanderbilt, William H.; 1901-1981 |
| Extent: | 47 box(es) (17.5 linear feet) |
| Abstract: | William Henry Vanderbilt served as governor of Rhode Island from 1939 to 1941. These papers consist primarily of correspondence concerning applications for patronage positions and/or charitable donations. Also included are campaign speeches, reports, Vanderbilt's two annual messages to the General Assembly, and materials relating to a controversy over the dismissal of Rhode Island State College President, Raymond G. Bressler. |
| Language of materials: | English. |
| Repository: | University of Rhode Island, University Archives and Special Collections |
| Collection number: | Mss. Gr. 60 |
