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Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 12 Collections and/or Records:

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Verner W. Clapp Papers

Identifier: MSS49916
Abstract Librarian. Correspondence, memoranda, diaries, speeches, writings, notes, subject files, printed matter, and other papers relating to Clapp's service as a librarian, including at the Library of Congress, duties as chief librarian to the United Nations Conference on International Organization, San Francisco, Calif., 1945; work for Unesco on various international library matters; his role in the establishment of the National Diet Library (Kokuritsu Kokkai Toshokan) of Japan; and work for the...
Dates 1901-1994; Majority of material found within 1945-1972
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Exchange and Gift Division Series, Library of Congress Archives

Identifier: MSS86486
Abstract

Exchange and Gift Division, Library of Congress, was a unit responsible for receiving materials for the Library's collections through exchange, gift, transfer, and deposit. Card index, correspondence, memoranda, lists, and printed matter, in both microfilm and physical formats, and one audio cassette, document the unit's collection development activities.

Dates 1893-1979; Majority of material found within 1901-1966
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Jesse W. Fell Papers

Identifier: MSS20362
Abstract

Editor, educator, and lawyer. Correspondence, speeches and writings, Fell's autobiography and other biographical material, genealogical material, land grants, ledger, clippings, scrapbooks, maps, lithographs, photographs, and other papers pertaining primarily to Fell's pursuits as a newspaper editor, educator, lawyer, and Quaker in Illinois, including also family correspondence pertaining to Abraham Lincoln's autobiography.

Dates 1806-1965; Majority of material found within ( 1830-1887)
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Library of Congress Archives

Identifier: MSS29074
Abstract

The Library of Congress Archives is a collection of records created by the Library of Congress in the course of its operations, activities, and initiatives. It includes correspondence and memoranda, ledgers and record books, photographs, imprints, recorded sound, electronic records, and documents, among other formats. The records date to 1800, when the Library of Congress was established.

Dates 1800-2015; Majority of material found within 1897-1954
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L. Quincy Mumford Papers

Identifier: MSS61916
Abstract

Librarian of Congress. Correspondence, writings, bibliographical material, committee reports, congressional bills, reports, newspaper clippings, and photographs relating to Mumford’s career as a librarian.

Dates 1939-1982; Majority of material found within ( 1954-1974)
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National Woman's Party Records

Identifier: MSS34355
Abstract National organization in the women's rights movement, founded 1916-1917 and led by Alice Paul. The records include correspondence; administrative files; minutes of meetings; reports; financial and legal records; personal papers; printed matter; photographs; scrapbooks; material concerning the Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument, formerly the Sewall-Belmont House; historic preservation and museum documents; digital audio and video files; databases; website files; and other items,...
Dates 1850-2022; Majority of material found within 1913-2020
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Paul J. Pelz Papers

Identifier: MSS35808
Abstract

Architect. Correspondence, memoranda, reports, testimonials, pictorial representations of buildings, printed material, and photographs relating primarily to the planning and construction of the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress and other buildings.

Dates circa 1800-1921; Majority of material found within ( 1890-1917)
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Photographs, Illustrations, and Objects Series, Library of Congress Archives

Identifier: MSS86625
Abstract

Photographs, illustrations, and objects from the Library of Congress Information Office documenting daily Library activities, including images of staff, buildings, grounds, equipment, social and ceremonial functions, and notable guests of the Library. Comprised largely of photographs used in Information Bulletin and other Library publications but also includes images from the Library’s Poetry Office and Literary Functions File.

Dates 1909-1991; Majority of material found within 1920-1991
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Bela Lyons Pratt Papers

Identifier: MSS85130
Abstract

Sculptor. Chiefly correspondence from Bela Lyon Pratt, to his mother, Sarah Whittlesey Pratt, relating to his work and family life.

Dates 1884-1918
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Herbert Putnam Papers

Identifier: MSS37093
Abstract Librarian of Congress. Family and general correspondence, family diaries and journals, speeches, articles, scrapbooks, legal papers, genealogical material, autograph collection, and printed matter relating largely to Putnam's family and personal life, including diaries and letters of many members of the Putnam and allied O'Hara, Pinhey, and Mason families. Also includes papers relating to Putnam's interests and activities in the field of librarianship, especially to his work as director of...
Dates 1783-1958; Majority of material found within ( 1899-1939)
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Ainsworth Rand Spofford Papers

Identifier: MSS40972
Abstract

Librarian of Congress. Chiefly correspondence during the years Spofford served as librarian of Congress and personal and family correspondence.

Dates 1819-1970; Majority of material found within ( 1860-1899)
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Harlan Fiske Stone Papers

Identifier: MSS41574
Abstract

Attorney general, associate and chief justice of the Supreme Court, and educator. Professional and family correspondence, writings, reports, legal case files, biographical information, and other material relating primarily to Stone's service on the Supreme Court.

Dates 1889-1950; Majority of material found within 1925-1946