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Formal title:
David Herlihy papers
Extent:
8 Linear Feet
Date range:
1951-2000 (1954-1990)
Abstract:
These papers represent the intellectual and professional corpus of medieval historian, and Brown University professor, David Herlihy. Herlihy is considered a pioneer in the use of computers to analyze historical data to extrapolate socioeconomic trends and their impact on life during the middle ages. The collection includes Herlihy's research notebooks, notes, computer code books, pre-published and un-published drafts of articles and monographs, his Ph.D. dissertation, reviews of his publications, lecture notes and teaching materials, professional correspondence, papers documenting professional activities, speeches and addresses, photographs, and miscellaneous personal ephemera and papers.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF.1UF.H3
Formal title:
Mayo Dyer Hersey Files
Extent:
2.5 linear feet
Date range:
1900-1978
Abstract:
The Mayo Dyer Hersey files include the office files, research notes, lecture materials, correspondence, and book drafts of Mayo Dyer Hersey from his time as a professor of physics. The collection is mainly from 1900-1978, although the bulk of the material is from 1910 to 1960. This collection mainly consists of materials relating to Hersey's position as a teacher and researcher of physics, including class notes, research data, and drafts of published papers.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF.1UF.H2
Formal title:
Coppélia Kahn papers
Extent:
7.5 Linear Feet
Date range:
1971-2019
Abstract:
Papers of Coppélia Kahn, Professor Emerita of English at Brown University and scholar of Shakespeare, Early Modern English literature, and feminist literary theory. Papers consist of administrative files, conference materials, teaching materials, and draft writings dating from 1971 to 2019.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2015.013
Formal title:
Barnaby Conrad Keeney papers
Extent:
52.5 Linear Feet
Date range:
1936-1980 (1940-1966)
Abstract:
The Barnaby Conrad Keeney papers contain correspondence, speeches, biographical records, lecture notes, scrapbooks, appointment books and annual reports, most of which are associated with Keeney's tenure as a professor, administrator and President of Brown University. Some personal correspondence and materials associated with the Commission on the Revision of the Rhode Island Constitution and the Commission on the Humanities are also included in the papers, which are dated from 1936 to 1980.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF.1C.12
Formal title:
James Manning papers
Extent:
0.5 Linear Feet
Date range:
1761-1827 (1765-1791)
Abstract:
The James Manning papers consist primarily of correspondence dating from 1765-1791 with prominent British and American Baptist ministers. Much of the correspondence involves the early history of Brown University or various issues regarding the Baptist religion and the growing tide of religion in Providence, Rhode Island.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
AMS.1C.1
Formal title:
Bradford Morrow papers
Extent:
45 Linear Feet
Date range:
1912-2001 (1973-2001)
Abstract:
The Bradford Morrow papers include manuscripts, typescripts, correspondence, notebooks and research materials, including books, related to Morrow's novels, poems, essays and other writings, as well as writings by Martine Bellen, Don DeLillo, Patrick McGrath and Geoffrey O'Brien. The papers also include some of Morrow's personal notebooks, diaries and photographs, and materials from Bradford Morrow Bookseller and
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2005.15
Formal title:
Charles H. Nichols Files
Extent:
12 linear feet
Date range:
1951-2000 (bulk 1965-1988)
Abstract:
The Charles H. Nichols Files includes general files, class notes from Brown and Berlin, author's notes, documents regarding the African-American Studies program, manuscripts, and corresponce from 1951 to 2000, with most dated from 1965 to 1988.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Of-1UF-N1
Formal title:
Thomas E. Skidmore papers
Extent:
28 Linear Feet
Date range:
1878-2006 (1950-2006)
Abstract:
This collection documents the career of Thomas E. Skidmore who was a professor in the Latin American Studies department at the University of Wisconsin (1967-1987) and then at Brown University (1988-1999). His area of focus was Brazil and he was the pre-eminent expert in the United States on the topic of its history and politics. The collection relates primarily to his professional life as a student, professor and scholar. Materials related to his personal life are interspersed throughout with the highest concentration in Series 5. Correspondence.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
AMS.1UF.S4
Formal title:
Mark Spilka papers
Extent:
0.5 Linear feet
Date range:
1990-2001
Abstract:
Papers include typescripts, reviews, and correspondence from Mark Spilka to independent scholar Carol Sklenicka.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
MS.1UF.S5
Formal title:
Merton P. Stoltz files as provost of Brown University
Extent:
45 linear feet
Date range:
1959-1978
Abstract:
Merton Philip Stoltz (1913-1989) held many positions during his tenure at Brown University: Professor of Economics, associate dean of the Graduate School, dean of the University, provost, and acting president. The materials in this collection primarily relate to his work as provost. It include office files, correspondence, and committee files dated from 1959 to 1978. It includes materials from various campus offices, speeches, projects, and committees regarding the comprehensive involvement of a Provost at the University. It includes significant materials related to the student exchange program and relationship between Tougaloo College, an historically black college in Tougaloo, Mississippi, and Brown University.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
OF-1CA-S2

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