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Formal title:
Historical Properties Survey Files
Extent:
1.5 linear feet
Date range:
1991
Abstract:
The Historical Properties Survey Files contains written documentation and photographs from the Historical Properties Survey conducted in 1991.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF-1E-9
Formal title:
Wheaton Holden collection
Extent:
20 linear feet
Date range:
1845-1990
Abstract:
Architectural historian and documentary filmmaker, Wheaton Holden was a specialist on the life and work of Robert Swain Peabody and Julius Adolph Schweinfurth. This collection contains mostly materials relating to Holden’s research on architect Robert Swain Peabody and his Boston-based firm Peabody and Stearns. Included are Peabody's films, diaries, reminiscences, writings, and processed copies of his correspondence. Also included are files on Peabody and Stearns building projects, with drawings, plans, photographs, and clippings. Finally the collection includes two videos created by Holden: The Peabody Touch and Providence Remembered.
Repository:
Brown University Library
Collection call no:
Ms. 2010.033
Formal title:
Donald F. Hornig papers
Extent:
13.5 Linear feet
Date range:
1970-1976
Abstract:
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF.1C.14
Formal title:
John Hovan collection
Extent:
1.25 linear feet
Date range:
1917-2003 (bulk 1960-1996)
Abstract:
John Hovan fought against fascist forces during the Spanish Civil War, then fought in WW II. After returning to Rhode Island, he was questioned in front of Congress as a part of McCarthy-era red-scare hysteria. This collection consists of materials related to the activities of the Communist Party in the U.S. Included are brochures, pamphlets, books, official correspondence, and advertisements promoting recruitment and activities of the U.S. Communist Party.
Repository:
Brown University Library
Collection call no:
Ms. 2010.018
Formal title:
Jean E. Howard papers
Extent:
3 linear feet
Date range:
1970-2022
Abstract:
This collection contains the professional papers of Jean E. Howard, Columbia University scholar of early modern literature, the history of drama, and former chair of Brown University's Pembroke Center Associates Council. Materials include correspondence, drafts, notes, and research material related to Howard's education, scholarly writings, and publications, as well as her work at the Pembroke Center. This collection dates from 1970-2022.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2016.010
Formal title:
Howard Foundation Files
Extent:
.25 linear feet
Date range:
1952-1986
Abstract:
The Howard Foundation Files contain annual meeting reports and correspondence of the George A. and Eliza Gardner Howard Foundation. The collection dates from 1952-1986. The correspondence dates from 1952-1974. The meeting reports date from 1982-1986.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF-1D-H1
Formal title:
Florence Howe papers
Extent:
6.5 linear feet
Date range:
1968–2003
Abstract:
This collection contains the professional papers of Florence Howe, American author, publisher, literary scholar, and founder of the Feminist Press. Materials include correspondence, meeting and research materials from the Modern Language Association's Commission on the Status of Women in the Profession 1968-1973 research materials for Howe's publications on women in higher education, and photographs. Materials date from 1968 to 2003.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
MS.2011.003
Formal title:
William D. Howe Files
Extent:
0.5 linear feet
Date range:
1976-1990
Abstract:
The William D. Howe Collection contains the financial-related documents received and written by William D. Howe. The collection contains financial memorandums, reports, and budgeting plans for the years 1976-1990.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF-1D-H2
Formal title:
Humanities Forum of Rhode Island records
Extent:
1.5 linear feet
Date range:
1996-2007
Abstract:
The Humanities Forum of Rhode Island (HFRI) is a not-for-profit institution that sponsors six lecture programs/dinners annually. This collection represents the records of the forum from 1996-2010, including meeting minutes, membership rosters, bylaws, event planning, fliers, financial records, and news clippings.
Repository:
Brown University Library
Collection call no:
Ms. 2010.015
Formal title:
James Humphrey papers
Extent:
9 Linear Feet
Date range:
1957-2009 (1971-2006)
Abstract:
This collection consists of the literary and personal papers of the poet James Humphrey. It includes correspondence with poets, publishers, friends and family; manuscripts for poems, novels, screenplays, essays and short stories, both published and unpublished; unframed abstract artwork, photographs and scrapbooks. The audio material in these papers consists of one audiocassette, two compact discs and eight reel-to-reel tapes. The papers are dated from 1957 to 2009.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2014.013

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