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250th anniversary commemoration, Yale University, records

 Collection
Call Number: RU 48
Abstract:

The records consist of correspondence, news releases, publications, a press book, and letters congratulating Yale on its 250th anniversary.

Dates: 1951

275th Anniversary Commemoration, Yale University, records

 Collection
Call Number: RU 15
Abstract:

Yale University celebrated its 275th anniversary on 15 October 1976. The records primarily consist of background materials, drafts and transcripts of ceremonial remarks, and writings by invited speakers, including a commemorative poem by Archibald Macleish.

Dates: 1923-1977

A Brief History of Bladderball [research materials and essay] by Sarah Hammond

 Collection
Call Number: RU 1121
Abstract:

The materials consist of research notes, copies of articles, correspondence, outlines, drafts, and other materials compiled by Sarah Hammond (Yale College, 1999) for her senior essay titled, "A Brief History of Bladderball."

Dates: 1879-2009

Edwin Hale Abbot family papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 27
Abstract:

The papers contain correspondence, letterpress copybooks, legal and financial documents, diaries, maps, blueprints, and photographs, the bulk of which documents the personal life and law and business careers of Edwin Hale Abbot.

Dates: 1787-1933

George Jacob Abbot papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 28
Abstract:

Minister and diplomat. Correspondence largely relating to Abbot's service as secretary to Daniel Webster and as an agent of the State Department in England and Canada. Included are 104 letters by Daniel Webster as well as copies of several of his speeches. State Department papers concerning controversies with England (1837-1852), newspaper clippings about Daniel Webster and miscellaneous receipts, inventories and photographs make up the remainder of the papers.

Dates: 1811-1901

Accelerator Laboratories, Yale University, photographs

 Collection
Call Number: RU 618
Abstract:

The materials consist of photographs documenting the construction of the Accelerator Laboratories at Yale, including the 1961 addition.

Dates: 1952-1961

Account books collection

 Collection
Call Number: MS 29
Abstract:

An artificial collection of account books and financial volumes, ca. 1680-1930, relating to such occupations as: farmers, merchants, traders, millers, blacksmiths, lawyers, manufacturers, laborers, physicians, shoemakers, carpenters, tailors, and cigar makers. Materials relating to private organizations and businesses are also included. The collection focuses on the Connecticut and New England region.

Dates: 1680-1925

Dean Gooderham Acheson papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1087
Abstract: The papers include correspondence, writings, speeches, memoranda, and photographs, documenting Dean Acheson's life after leaving the U.S. State Department in 1953. Also documented is his work as a member of the Yale Corporation and his long friendship with Felix Frankfurter, Archibald MacLeish, and others. The correspondence and memoranda contain Acheson's views on many contemporary issues in American foreign policy such as Korea, the Middle East, NATO, Germany, the war in Vietnam, and...
Dates: 1898-1989

ACLU of Ohio Kent State Project records

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1800
Abstract: Records of ACLU of Ohio attorneys document preparation for the retrial of Krause v. Rhodes in 1978.  Because the retrial was the culmination of a long, difficult legal battle for accountability in the deaths of four students and the injury of nine others, the collection includes not just materials assembled specifically for the 1978 trial, but also materials gathered for previous lawsuits related to the May 4th, 1970, shootings at Kent State University. The collection includes documents...
Dates: Circa 1960-1980

Acquisitions Department, Yale University Library, records

 Collection
Call Number: RU 346
Abstract:

The records consist of correspondence, memoranda, card files, statistics, reports, and gift and acknowledgment files documenting gifts and materials received by the Acquisitions Department, Yale University Library.

Dates: 1925-1985

Ad Hoc Committee on the Management of the Yale-Myers Forest report

 Collection
Call Number: RU 440
Abstract:

Report of the Ad Hoc Committee on the Management of the Yale-Myers Forest, 1990.

Dates: 1990

George Burton Adams papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 30
Abstract:

The George Burton Adams Papers consist of approcimately 6,000 items. Includes correspondence concerning English history, the Yale History Department, the relationship of graduate to undergraduate education at Yale and in general, the American Historical Association, and the American Historical Review. Includes correspondence with British and American historians.

Dates: 1879-1980

Thomas Sewall Adams papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 31
Abstract: The papers, relating almost exclusively to matters of taxation, consist of material collected and written for a survey for the American Gas Association; material for a survey of the cement industry in the case United States v. Atlas Portland Cement Company, et al.; material concerning the Committee on Double Taxation of the International Chamber of Commerce and of the League of Nations; papers relating to the Wisconsin Tax Commission; papers relating to the President's Conference on Home...
Dates: 1900-1936

Administrative Research Office, Yale University, records

 Collection
Call Number: RU 716
Abstract:

The records consist of budgets, statements and committee material documenting the activities and operations of the Yale Administrative Research Office.

Dates: 1974-1978

Administrative Services, Yale University, records of the director

 Collection
Call Number: RU 110
Abstract: The records consist of files created and maintained by Radley H. Daly as associate provost for personnel (1975-1979), and director of administrative services (1979-1987). The records document personnel-related functions, including affirmative action, pensions, student employment, labor relations, wages and salaries, benefits, training, and records; parking and communications; printing services; and audio-visual services. Also included are records concerning the university's Committee on...
Dates: 1951-1987

Adoption study records of the Child Development Center

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1585
Abstract:

The materials consist of adoption study records.

Dates: Circa 1960-1980

African Collection, Yale University Library, records of the curator

 Collection
Call Number: RU 400
Abstract:

The records consist of lists, bibliographies, correspondence, finances and expenses, and publications documenting the activities and operations of the curator of the African Collection at Yale University Library.

Dates: circa 1963-2013

African glass slides collection

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1571
Abstract:

The collection consists of 112 glass slides which represent various aspects of African culture and scenery. The slides are identified only in broad subject areas and are undated, though most appear to date from the late nineteenth century or early twentieth century.

Dates: 1800-1999

Immanuel Wallerstein collection of African liberation movement posters

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1865
Abstract:

The collection consists of posters acquired by Immanuel Wallerstein which document liberation movements in numerous African countries. Accession 2015-M-001 contains material from a 2008 exhibit on the posters.

Dates: 1960-1990, 2007-2008

African postcard collection

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1575
Abstract:

The collection consists of postcards depicting scenes from various countries on the African continent.

Dates: circa 1900-2004