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| | 264 | Author: | United States. Army. Quartermaster Corps. | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | United States Army, Quartermaster Corps. invoices
1849 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1849 | | | | Abstract: | Contains two holograph duplicate invoices for building materials and tools sent for the construction of "the Fort on the River Gila."
The invoices were signed and dated by Bvt. Lt. Col. S. McRee, Quartermaster, U.S. Army, St. Louis, Mo. on May 12 and June 7, 1849.
The invoice dated June 7 consists of one leaf; that of May 12, consists of three pages. The lists include weights and quantities for diverse
items such as quarry picks, wheel segments, paint brushes, cooking stoves, door locks, glue and glue pots, grind stones, linseed oil, plows,
window glass, plugs of feathers, and white lead. Items were sent to an unnamed "Acting Quartermaster," and items not received
were so noted. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Fortification -- Southwest, New -- History -- 19th century -- Sources. | Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, New -- Sources | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 270 | Author: | Lecomte du Noüy, Pierre,
1883-1947 | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Papers of Pierre
Lecomte du Noüy,
1883-1972 (bulk
1917-1949) ead | | | | Date(s): | 1883-1972 (bulk
1917-1949) | | | | Abstract: | Scientific manuscripts, lectures, articles and lab manuals relate
to Lecomte de Noüy's research in biophysics; performed chiefly at the
Rockefeller Institute, New York, 1920-1927, and the Pasteur Institute, Paris,
1927-1936. After 1936, his writings concern philosophy of science; specifically
as it relates to evolution, religion, and teleology. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Science -- Philosophy | Chronobiology -- Experiments | Wound healing -- Experiments | Teleology | Biophysics | Religion and science -- History | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 274 | Author: | Foster, Nancy Melvina, 1869-1961. | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Nancy Melvina Foster reminiscences
1871-1921 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1871-1921 | | | | Abstract: | One holographic manuscript, probably written in 1937. In it, Nancy Melvina Foster recounts her experiences, from 1871-1921, of homesteading in
Arizona, farming in California, and life in the mining camps of Arizona and New Mexico. Genealogy sheet enclosed. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Farm life -- California -- History -- Sources. | Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, New. | Women pioneers -- Southwest, New -- Biography. | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 275 | Author: | Old Abe Co. | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Account Book of the Old Abe Co.
1890-1891 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1890-1891 | | | | Abstract: | The Old Abe mine, in White Oaks, New Mexico, produced a million dollars worth of gold from one of the deepest dry mines in the world. Its true vein
was discovered in 1890 by William Watson, who shared ownership with seven other people, named in the back of the book. One volume, lists dividends,
expenses and receipts from 1890-1891. It is accompanied by photocopies of five articles from the Lincoln County (N.M.) News, from 1956-1958, relating
the history of the mine and the area. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Gold mines and mining -- New Mexico -- White Oaks. | Mines and mineral resources -- New Mexico -- Lincoln County -- History. | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 276 | Author: | Gittings, Ina E.,
1885-1966 | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Ina E. Gittings collection,
1890-1985 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1890-1985 | | | | Abstract: | The Ina E. Gittings collection is comprised of two series:
Biographical materials, ca. 1890-1968, and University of Arizona, Department of
Physical Education for Women, 1923-1985. arrangement varies by series.
Biographical materials include photographs, biographical summaries, press
releases, newspaper clippings, radio speeches, diplomas, a scrapbook, "50 years
of Physical Education, 1902-1952," and other information regarding Gittings'
personal and professional interests. Also includes materials written by
Gittings and others relating to the Department of Physical Education for Women;
as well as a history of physical education legislation in Arizona. Information
on the Ina E. Gittings building on the University of Arizona campus is also
present. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Physical education teachers -- Arizona --
Archives | Physical education for women -- Arizona --
History | Women college teachers -- Arizona | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 277 | Author: | Udall, Levi
Stewart | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Levi Stewart Udall
collection,
1842-1974 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1842-1974 | | | | Abstract: | Papers, 1842-1974 (bulk 1910-1960), of Levi
Stewart Udall (1891-1960), lawyer and judge. Includes personal files,
correspondence, reminiscences, activity files, ledgers, and speeches relating
mainly to his family, their settlement in Saint Johns, Arizona, his
professional activities and services to the state and the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-Day Saints. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Graham-Tewksbury Feud | Mormons -- Arizona -- History | World War, 1939-45 -- Personal narratives | Judges -- Arizona | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
| 279 | Author: | Login City,Ariz. | Add to Favorites | | | Title: | Logan City,
Arizona records,
1883-1887 ead | | | | Date(s): | 1883-1887 | | | | Abstract: | The collection includes several letters to George Roskruge from
John [Logan], William R. Logan and R. B. Elliot, clerk of the company,
pertaining to his survey work and other interests in Logan City. Also present
are notice of location papers for the Black Bird Mine; correspondence relating
to a conflict of interest involving John Gardiner, Deputy Mineral Surveyor; and
correspondence and legal documents concerning a dispute, between James M.
Quiggle and the Logan Townsite and Well Company, over financing of the town
well. | | | | Repository: | University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections | | | | Subjects: | Mines and Mineral resources -- Arizona -- Pima County --
History -- Sources | Extinct cities -- Arizona -- Pima County --
Sources | | | | Similar Items: | Find Similar Guides |
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