Scrapbook - Clippings., Begins 08/15/1939 No date found in GAMMS

File — Box: 2, Folder: 1

Identifier: 35644

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Archie Wright French Papers consist of 13 scrapbooks and 1 photo album with some loose clippings and pamphlets all regarding the Panama Canal and Canal Zone. An article by French in a loose clippings folder tells of a local festival he attended in Ocu, Panama, and a photo album consists mostly of photos of native (Indian) Panamanians in both Western and traditional dress. Of particular interest are accounts of the San Blas Indians in several articles and pamphlets. Public works projects and health conditions were also the interest of many in the Canal Zone, and many articles on Malaria and other tropical diseases are also in the collection. Of special interest are some souvenirs from Admiral Richard E. Byrd's Antarctic Expedition to the South Pole, whose boat passed through the Panama Canal in 1928. Included in this is a flattened paper cup which was signed by Byrd and many of his companions on the voyage, as well as a photo of Byrd.

Dates

Begins 08/15/1939 No date found in GAMMS

Conditions Governing Access

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 2 Cubic Feet (2 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

8/12/7F

Container Summary

1 oversize scrapbook containing clippings from August 15, 1939, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Panama Canal. Includes photos of the ritual game "Balseria." Also, photos of Ngabe-bugle natives (guaymies). And, photos of San Feo de la Yantanc Church in Veragus Province.