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Series 1, 1941 - 1971

 Series — Box: 1

Content Description

From the Collection: The Science Building Records (Gilmer Hall) 1941-1971, collection contains correspondence, proposals, memoranda, architectural drawings, and alcohol permits relating to the building and maintenance of a science building on campus known as Gilmer Hall. Not included in the collection are documents regarding individual department purchases or information about the current science building, Pauley Science Center. Also included are some documents regarding Herbert Sipe and the chemistry department.

Dates

  • 1941 - 1971

Access

Collection is open for research; access requires at least 48 hours advance notice. Because of the nature of certain archival formats, including digital and audio-visual materials, access will require additional advanced notice. Copies of digital files will be provided for use upon request.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

Folder 1, New Science Building 1963 Contains correspondence between DR. W.T. Joyner and architects Clark, Naxsen, and Owen. Folder 2, New Science Building 1958-1964 Contains receipts, correspondence between Dean Vail and Central Scientific of Mountainside, New Jersey, and elevations by Clark, Naxsen, and Owen. Folder 3, New Science Building 1964 Contains correspondence between Joyner, Clark, Naxsen, Owen, and Kewaunee Technical Furniture, architectural drawings, proposals, and memoranda. Folder 4, New Science Building 1966 Contains correspondence between Chairman Dr. T. W. Mayo and Clark, Naxsen, and Owen about finishes to the new building. Folder 5, New Science Building 1967 Contains correspondence regarding bids, furniture, and finishes for the new building. Folder 6, New Science Building 1965 Contains outline speculations from Clark, Naxsen, and Owen. Folder 7, Fitting out of New Science Building 1967-1969 Contains correspondence and plans for the furniture and equipment to go into the new building. Folder 8, Alcohol Permits 1947-1971 Contains alcohol permits for lab usage. Folder 9, Alcohol Correspondence 1941-1959 Contains correspondence regarding the alcohol permits.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Hampden-Sydney College Archives & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Hampden-Sydney College
Walter M. Bortz III Library
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Hampden-Sydney VA 23943 United States
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