3:1. Scrapbook: "My Life and Times in New York, New York, told by letters written home, to 1001 North Carrollton, New Orleans, Louisiana." Contains letters to and from Michael Amrine during his education at Columbia University. Includes letters from and to William Allen White, editor of the Emporia (Kansas) Gazette, as well as letters to and from Michael Amrine, Sr., and Mabel F. Amrine. Documents are primarily Typed Letters, with some Autograph Letters included. , 1937-1938, bulk: 1937 - 1938
Scope and Contents
The papers include a large quantity of Amrine's literary manuscripts, together with correspondence, print and near print material relating to a number of subjects, most importantly, atomic energy research and development.
Correspondents include: Albert Einstein, Hans Bethe, Harold Urey, Thomas Hart Benton and William Allen White. Other materials include a collection of black and white still photographs relating to Amrine's research interests and tape recorded interviews, used as background for a number of his books.
Dates
- 1937-1938
- Majority of material found within 1937 - 1938
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: 29.75 Cubic Feet (38 boxes and 1 oversized folder)
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- From the Collection: Amrine, Michael, 1919?-1974 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
Lauinger Library, 5th Floor
37th and O Streets, N.W.
Washington DC 20057
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