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Sims (William Sowden) papers
Formal title:
William Sowden Sims papers
Extent:
0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:
undated
Abstract:
This collection consists of a letter from William Sowden Sims (1858-1936), an U.S. navy admiral, and a blank postcard given in thanks to contributors in Newport County, Rhode Island, for a doll house given to his children.
Repository:
Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:
RLC.Ms.530
Sizer (Theodore R.) papers
Formal title:
Theodore R. Sizer papers
Extent:
70.5 Linear feet
Date range:
1939-2009 (bulk 1980-2001)
Abstract:
The collection consists of correspondence, research materials and reports, manuscripts, and subject files which document the work of Theodor R. Sizer and his involvement with the Coalition of Essential Schools (CES).
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF.1UF.S7
Slater (John) papers
Formal title:
John Slater papers
Extent:
130 items
Date range:
1804-1846
Abstract:
Correspondence relating to the personal life and manufacturing career of John Slater. Includes letters documenting the establishment, operation, and expansion of his yarn company in Slatersville (originally Smithfield), Rhode Island. Subjects include labor issues (e.g., wages, hiring, etc.) and technical questions (e.g., water looms, aqueduct, etc.)
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.89.1
Smith (Augustus William) papers
Formal title:
Augustus William Smith papers
Extent:
3.5 Linear feet
Date range:
1816-1918 (bulk 1820-1860)
Abstract:
Augustus William Smith was a school teacher, university professor (astronomy and mathematics), president of Wesleyan University and professor of Natural Philosophy at the United States Naval Academy. Smith's papers contain extensive correspondence with contemporary astronomers, mathematicians and meteorologists, along with several manuscripts. There is also correspondence between Smith and others concerning affairs of the Methodist-Episcopal Church.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.Smith
Smith (Charles H.) collection
Formal title:
Charles H. Smith collection
Extent:
1.5 cubic feet
Date range:
circa 1860-1963
Abstract:
Includes the papers of Charles Henry Smith, as well as materials related to the management of his estate following his death.
Repository:
Special Collections, James P. Adams Library
Collection call no:
MSS-0006
Smith (Elizabeth Morris) collection
Formal title:
Elizabeth Morris Smith collection
Extent:
0.92 linear feet (1 flat oversize box)
Date range:
1855-1934 (bulk 1917-1934)
Abstract:
Autographs, letters, poems, clippings, and other memorabilia from various poets, writers, artists, sports figures, and politicians collected by Elizabeth Morris Smith (1915-1994) of Newport, Rhode Island.
Repository:
Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:
RLC.Ms.041
Smith (H. Adrian) Magic Objects collection
Formal title:
H. Adrian Smith Magic Objects collection
Extent:
25 linear feet
Date range:
1771-1984 (bulk 1904-1982)
Abstract:
The Smith Magic Objects Collection consists of a number of objects pertaining to magic, collected by Smith over the course of his life. It includes memorabilia from other magicians, various awards and trophies, games, cards, magic tricks, and props for magic performances. There are also a number of wands, as well as a number of decorative objects with a magical theme.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2011.001.objects
Smith (H. Adrian) papers
Formal title:
H. Adrian Smith papers
Extent:
41 linear feet
Date range:
1882-1999 (bulk 1910-1992)
Abstract:
The H. Adrian Smith papers (1752-1992) contain materials amassed over a lifetime of collecting magic-related materials and being involved in magic societies and magic performance. These materials include magic trick descriptions, playbills, posters, photographs of magicians and magic performances, publications, correspondence, and magic society materials. The collection also contains personal correspondence and photographs of Smith’s life in Providence, Rhode Island, and North Attleboro, Massachusetts with his wife Anna Fuller Smith.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2011.001
Smith (Harry) papers
Formal title:
Harry Smith papers
Extent:
3 linear feet
Date range:
1972-1982
Abstract:
Harry Smith graduated from Brown in 1957, and by 1964 he had established his own literary magazine: The Smith. He went on to establish a second magazine, Pulpsmith, as well as a small press, Smith-Publishers, which published works of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama. This collection includes correspondence, book reviews, notebooks of prose and poetry, production files with galleys and page proofs, manuscripts, and photocopies.
Repository:
Brown University Library
Collection call no:
Ms. 2010.031
Smolski (Chester E.) photographic slides and publications
Formal title:
Chester E. Smolski photographic slides and publications
Extent:
3.83 linear feet (10 slide boxes and 2 document boxes)
Date range:
1956-2008
Abstract:
This collection comprises over 10,000 slides and 370 editorial columns published in Rhode Island newspapers, spanning the 1950s through the 2000s. Materials document the studies and travels of Professor Chester Smolski, who was a Professor of Geography and Director of the Urban Studies Program at Rhode Island College.
Repository:
Special Collections, James P. Adams Library
Collection call no:
MSS.41

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