Manuscript Division Engineering Societies Library biographical files

Engineering Societies Library biographical files

Collection

Identifier: MSS84802

Scope and Content Note

The biographical files of the Engineering Societies Library span the years 1950-1995 and contain biographical material concerning deceased members of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Files include the edited version of the biography that was published in the journal ASCE Transactions and in pamplet form, as well as related correspondence and occasional photographs. The biographical files were collected by the Engineering Societies Library in New York City and are organized alphabetically by name.

Dates

Creation: 1950-1995

Language of Materials

Collection material in English

Access and Restrictions

The biographical files of the Engineering Societies Library are open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Manuscript Reading Room prior to visiting. Many collections are stored off-site and advance notice is needed to retrieve these items for research use.

Copyright Status

The status of copyright in the unpublished writings of Engineering Societies Library is governed by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, U.S.C.).

Extent

2,500 items
8 containers
3.2 linear feet

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Additional Description

Abstract

Biographical material regarding deceased members of the American Society of Civil Engineers including edited material that was submitted for publication in the journal ASCE Transactions. The files were collected by the Engineering Societies Library.

Arrangement of the Papers

This collection is arranged alphabetically by name of person.

Catalog Record

https://lccn.loc.gov/mm2001084802

Provenance

The biographical files of the Engineering Societies Library were given to the Library of Congress by the Linda Hall Library, Kansas City, Missouri, in 1995 and transferred to the Manuscript Division from the Prints and Photographs Division in 2001.