10:5. Miscellaneous Writings, 1946-1962., 1946-1962, bulk: 1946 - 1962

File — Box: 10, Folder: 5

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

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

1946-1962
Majority of material found within 1946 - 1962

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

Additional Description

Container Summary

Typed Manuscripts of articles written by Amrine. Contents also include a 1946 news release by Henry A. Wallace, commerce secretary to Harry S. Truman; a Typed Manuscript of a 1959 article, titled "The Hot Minute," about Project Mercury; a Printed Article of a 1957 statement by the American Psychological Association on segregation in public accommodations in Miami Beach, Fla., during its convention that year; and a dust jacket of Amrine's 1950 novel, "Secret."