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Formal title:
John R. Griffith Papers
Extent:
.5 linear feet
Date range:
1946-1954 (bulk 1946/1954)
Abstract:
John R. Griffith was a Landscape Architect for the Rhode Island Department of Public Works, Division of Roads and Bridges during the late 1940's and early 1950's. The collection contains typed reports submitted by Griffith, many of which pertain to the overlooks and highways of southern Rhode Island.
Repository:
University Archives and Special Collections
Collection call no:
Mss. Gr. 243
Formal title:
Diana L. Johnson and Deborah J. Johnson papers
Extent:
3.30 linear feet
Date range:
1962-1989 bulk 1969-1989
Abstract:
The papers (1962-1989) document the activities of the Curators of Prints, Drawings, and Photographs, Diana L. Johnson (1969-1979) and Deborah J. Johnson (1979-1988) plus Curator Maureen C. O'Brien (1988-1989).
Repository:
Rhode Island School of Design Archives
Collection call no:
23.3.6.3
Formal title:
Samuel Jones papers
Extent:
0.25 Linear feet
Date range:
1760-1794
Abstract:
These papers consist primarily of correspondence from James Manning, first president of Brown University, discussing issues relating to the founding of the college, such as fundraising, the charter, and the use of University Hall as barracks by the United States government during the American Revolutionary War.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
MS.1E.2
Formal title:
Joseph R. Uscio Collection
Extent:
0.5 linear feet
Date range:
1892-1975 (bulk 1973-1975)
Abstract:
This collection contains secondary sources and other materials collected for research purposes by Joseph Uscio relating to the occult, witches, vampires, and spiritualism in Rhode Island. It also contains genealogical information pertaining to the Rose family, of Essex, R.I
Repository:
University Archives and Special Collections
Collection call no:
Mss. Gr. 33
Formal title:
Joseph W. Blaine Family Papers
Extent:
10.5 linear feet
Date range:
1868-1986
Abstract:
This collection consists of the papers of three generations of the Blaine and MacLellan families, who resided in Newport from 1882 to 1986. Alexander MacLellan (1856-1939) emigrated from Scotland in 1882, and served as a head gardener at several large estates. His daughter Rowena (1886-1965) married jeweler Joseph W. Blaine (1875-1953). Their son Joseph W. Blaine Jr. (1920-1986) was an electrical engineer who retired young to devote himself to the study of history.
Repository:
Rhode Island Historical Society
Collection call no:
MSS 1079
Formal title:
David S. Josephson papers on Percy Grainger
Extent:
1 linear foot
Date range:
1901-2002
Abstract:
The collection contains research materials on the composer, arranger, and pianist Percy Grainger that were compiled by Brown University Professor of Music, David S. Josephson. Contents include Josephson’s research notes, concert programs, correspondence, articles, and reviews of Grainger’s work.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2017.019
Formal title:
Julius C. Michaelson Rhode Island Senatorial Papers
Extent:
9 box(es)
Date range:
1962-1984
Abstract:
The files of former Rhode Island State Senator and Attorney General Julius C. Michaelson were donated to Special Collections by Professor Scott Malloy of the Labor Research Center here at the University of Rhode Island. The collection consists of one series of Julius C. Michaelson’s files accumulated during his time as state senator, two terms as Attorney General, and post- elected office. During this time of post-elected office he kept one foot in Democratic state politics, the other in public service in both a local and national level.
Repository:
University Archives and Special Collections
Collection call no:
Mss. Gr. 238
Formal title:
Just Say No Campaign collection
Extent:
1 linear foot (1 record center box)
Date range:
1985-1996 (bulk 1985-1992)
Abstract:
This collection contains material, chiefly photographs, related to the "Just Say No" campaign against drug use from 1985 to 1996. It also includes some correspondence to and from the Just Say No Foundation and Just Say No International, slides, negatives, videocassettes and a workbook.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2008.010
Formal title:
Caren Kaplan papers
Extent:
6 linear feet
Date range:
1968–2022
Abstract:
Caren Kaplan is Professor of American Studies and affiliated faculty in Cultural Studies and Science and Technology Studies at University of California, Davis. She has been a leading scholar of Transnational feminism, Postcolonial theory, and Militarization Studies. This collection includes correspondence related to Kaplan's academics, professional career, writings, and talks; papers from her undergraduate and graduate education; conference materials; syllabi and lecture notes; and draft writings. Materials date from 1968 – 2022.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
MS.2022.007
Formal title:
Katharine Gibbs School records
Extent:
16 Linear Feet
Date range:
1900-2009 (1970-2009)
Abstract:
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2011.019

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