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| | 1021 | Author: | Gist, Thomas | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Thomas Gist papers, 1918-2000 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1918-2000 | | | | Abstract: | This collection consists of the personal and professional
papers and drawings of Tucson architect, Tom Gist (1917-2000). His unique design and
building style made his homes an important part of Tucson's Historical Districts.
The bulk of the material relate to his work as an architect and include his
drawings, plans, contracts, and other important information pertaining to his work.
The rest of the collection stems from his personal life and contains various awards,
degrees, photos, scrapbooks, and journals including his work with the Tucson
National History club. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Architects -- Arizona -- Tucson | Architecture | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1023 | Author: | Gentry, Howard Scott | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Howard Scott Gentry papers,
1816-2005 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1816-2005 | | | | Abstract: | Howard Scott Gentry was an American botanist who is especially
known for his expertise on the agave plant. Over the course of his work, Gentry
introduced 15,000 plants into the United States for study, with his most notable
contributions consisting of the development of a cortisone precursor compound, the
introduction of disease-resistant wild beans, and the development of jojoba oil. This
collection is comprised of professional correspondence, proposals, and manuscripts
related to his research of plant species. Also included are some photographs and related
material to individual plants in the forms of published articles, pamphlets, booklets,
and notes. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Agriculture | Botany -- United States | Botany -- Research -- Mexico | Chia | Gum Tragacanth | Jojoba | Drimia maritima | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1024 | Author: | Benjamin, Curtis G., 1901-1983 | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Curtis G. Benjamin papers,
1826-1983
(bulk 1950-1983) ead | | | | Date(s): | 1826-1983 | | | | Abstract: | This collection consists of the papers of Curtis G. Benjamin.
Included are his writings, materials related to his career with McGraw-Hill and various
committees and associations he served on. Present in the collection are manuscript
drafts, notes, publications of other authors that initiated some of the contrary
responses expressed in his work, speeches, and his published articles and books. A great
portion of his writings are in the areas of photocopying and copyright, the export and
trade of books, and topics relating to the U.S. publishing industry and its national and
international presence. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Publishers and publishing | Public domain (Copyright law) | Educational publishing | Book industries and trade | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1027 | Author: | Whitaker, Ewen | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Ewen Whitaker papers,
1805-2017
1955-2000 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1805-2017 | | | | Abstract: | Papers of astronomer Ewen Whitaker (1922-2016), expert on the geography of the moon (selenography). Contains correspondence, project files, extensive photographs and maps, and other materials related to NASA lunar missions (Ranger, Apollo, Surveyor, Lunar Orbiter), selenographic studies, lunar nomenclature and his professional career at the University of Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory working with founder Gerard P. Kuiper. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Moon -- Atlases | Astronomy | Lunar photography | Project Ranger | Space | Project Apollo (U.S.) | Surveyor Program (U.S.) | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1028 | Author: | Alianza Hispano-Americana | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Alianza Hispano-Americana records,
1894-1965
1920-1950 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1894-1965 | | | | Abstract: | Papers relating to the Alianza
Hispano-Americana, which offered low-cost life insurance, social activities, and other
services to primarily Mexican/Mexican-Americans living in the United States and Mexico.
Founded in Tucson in 1894, Alianza was one of the first organizations to offer life
insurance and burial policies to Mexican-American citizens. This collections includes
photographs, financial files, correspondence between lodge secretaries, convention files,
published materials, scrapbooks, and ledges pertaining to the daily operations of Alizana.
Many of the ledgers include membership enrollment information, including members, their
addresses, and lodge information. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Sociedades mutualistas | Mexican Americans -- Arizona | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1029 | Author: | Roemer, Elizabeth | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Elizabeth Roemer papers,
1910-2013
1967-1989 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1910-2013 | | | | Abstract: | Papers of astronomer Elizabeth Roemer (1929-2016), specialist in astrometry of comets, asteroids, and minor planets, and Professor Emeritus of the University of Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, Department of Planetary Science and Steward Observatory. Includes research materials, correspondence, project files, notes, clippings, ephemera and publications related to her scientific research, teaching, and extensive committee work including the University of Arizona Faculty Senate. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | University of Arizona. Committee of Eleven -- History | Asteroids | Astronomy -- Study and teaching | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1030 | Author: | Rosenwald, Robert | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Poisoned Pen Press records,
1985-2019 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1985-2019 | | | | Abstract: | Poisoned Pen Press is located in Scottsdale, Arizona and was founded in 1997. The Press is an independent publisher of mystery novels, and founder Robert Rosenwald continues to serve as President. Since the press' inception, Barbara Peters has served as the Editor-in-Chief and she is the owner of the Poisoned Pen Bookstore. The Poisoned Pen Press collection consist of manuscripts, advanced reader copies, cover designs, signed published books, and other materials relating to the book development process. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Small press books -- Specimens | Small presses -- Arizona | Publishers and publishing -- Arizona | Authors and Publishers -- 20th century | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1035 | Author: | Tupper, Grace Alexander | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Grace Alexander scrapbooks,
1917-1919 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1917-1919 | | | | Abstract: | This collection contains scrapbooks from Grace Alexander
including her Globe High School graduation book, 1917 Globe High School yearbook, The
Papoose, a 1919 group black and white photograph of Miami High staff and students and a
scrapbook relating to her time as a student at the University of Arizona. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1036 | Author: | Jay Rochlin | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Jay Rochlin videocassettes1977-1985 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1977-1985 | | | | Abstract: | The Jay Rochlin video cassettes measure 3 linear feet and consist of 22 U-matic and 2 VHS tapes of television news stories produced, directed and hosted by Jay Rochlin for the UA Alumni Association and KGUN 9, the Tucson ABC affiliate. Also included are interviews, program research material and outtake audio on five ¼” audio tapes. Produced between 1977 and 1985, program topics are centered primarily on Southern Arizona and the University of Arizona. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Broadcast journalism. | Television news programs. | Public affairs television programs. | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1037 | Author: | Chanin, Abraham S., 1921- | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Abraham Chanin Oral History
audio cassettes, 1974-1977 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1974-1977 | | | | Abstract: | Abraham (Abe) Chanin was an author, historian, former publisher
of the Arizona Jewish Post, sports editor at the Arizona Daily Star, and professor at
the University of Arizona School of Journalism from 1976-1988. From 1988 to 1994, Chanin
was director of the Bloom Southwest Jewish Archive at the University of Arizona. This
collection contains interviews created by Abraham Chanin dating 1974-1977 with prominent
Arizona settlers, politicians, University of Arizona faculty, and members of Native
American communities on 30 audio cassettes. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Oral history -- Arizona | Hopi Indians | Hopi Indians -- Social life and customs | Japanese Americans -- Evacuation and relocation, 1942-1945 | Navajo Indians -- Arizona | Chinese -- Arizona -- Tucson -- History | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1038 | Author: | Braun, James | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | James Braun correspondence,
1964-1967 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1964-1967 | | | | Abstract: | This collection consists of letters written by Lt. James A.
Braun to his family while he was serving in the Vietnam War. The majority of Braun's letters were sent to his parents,
William F. and Maxine J. Braun, and sister Leslie in Sepulveda, California, although
a few letters from friends and to other individuals are also housed in the
collection. The collection also includes two army emblems. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Vietnam War,
1961-1975 | Vietnam War, 1961-1975 --
Veterans -- United States | Vietnam War, 1961-1975 --
Personal narratives, American | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 1039 | Author: | Dreyer, J. L. E. (John Louis Emil),
1852-1926 Humberd, Charles D. | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Tycho Brahe collection, 1869-1937 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1869-1937 | | | | Abstract: | 1 bound volume entilted "Topographia Insulae Hvennea"
handwritten by J. L. E. Dreyer regarding Tycho Brahe and the observatory built on the
island of Hven in the late 16th century. It includes 7 maps, two of which are folding. 1
pamphlet titled "Tycho Brahe's Island" by Charles D. Humberd, M.D. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Astronomy | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
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