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Edward Holker Welch, SJ Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-GAMMS51
Scope and Contents
The Edward Holker Welch, SJ Papers contain personal journals as well as both spiritual and secular writings.
Dates:
1791, 1850-1904
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Leo W. Welch, SJ, Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-20251106
Scope and Contents
The Leo W. Welch, SJ Papers consist primarily of near-continuous family correspondence from the beginning of his studies at St. Andrew’s Preparatory Seminary in Rochester (1920) through the end of his Jesuit ministry in the Philippines (1990). In addition to documenting his formation and work in the Society of Jesus, the collection also includes materials relating to his internment in the Japanese-occupied Philippines during World War II. Note on...
Dates:
circa 1917-1991
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Lewis C. Wendell, Jr. Collection on the United States Information Agency-Duke Ellington Good Will Tour
Collection
Identifier: GTM-20220228
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of materials related to Duke Ellington concerts held in Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, and other nations, that were sponsored by the U.S. State Department in 1963. The materials were collected by Lewis C. Wendell, Jr., who served as a Consul with the United States Information Agency in that region. The collection includes photographs, programs, press releases, and seven audio recordings of concerts held in Lahore, Pakistan (1/4 inch magnetic tapes).The...
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1963; 1963, 1971, circa 2010s
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
W. J. West Collection on Graham Greene
Collection
Identifier: GTM-20000607
Scope and Contents
This collection contains typed manuscripts of works by author Graham Greene, as well as photographic stills of films and plays written by Greene. Also included is correspondence between Greene and bookseller David Low and related material for the published book of this correspondence titled "Dear David, Dear Graham." Topics discussed in the correspondence include rare books, Low's memoir, and Greene's travels.
Dates:
1950s-1991
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Robert M. Weston Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-770610
Scope and Contents
The Robert M. Weston papers consist of correspondence, memoranda, reports, legal briefs, documents, photographs, and newspaper clippings concerning the legal career of Robert M. Weston (1910-1973). Weston was associated with the Tax and Antitrust Divisions of the Department of Justice from 1941 to 1952, president of the Public Utilities Commission from 1953 to 1956, a member of the Federal Power Commission from 1956 to 1968, Judge of the D.C. Tax Court from 1968 to 1971, and Associate Judge...
Dates:
1933 - 1973
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
William D. Wheeler Papers
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: GTM-140718.1
Scope and contents note
The William D. Wheeler Papers consists of one box of correspondence, photographs, typed and handwritten notes, and published documents primarily pertaining to Wheeler’s interest in photography. Many of the materials have a heavy emphasis on techniques of color photography. Additionally, the collection includes a folder of memorabilia and receipts from a photography exhibit, the Federal Workers Union, and a reimbursement for travel from the military. The collection also includes a folder...
Dates:
1906 - 1918
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Carl Wheeless Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-160309
Scope and Contents
The Carl Wheeless Papers represent the research files created by Carl Wheeless for his book "Landmarks of American Presidents: A Traveler's Guide," published in 1996. Included are manuscripts, photographs, and promotional material relating to writing and publication of the book. Also contained is his autobiography "Steps to the Goal and Beyond to the Calling" from 2001.
Dates:
1990 - 2001
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Alain C. White Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-860101
Scope and contents note
The Alain C. White Papers primarily consists of pamphlets and books, with some correspondence, relating to the history of Litchfield, Connecticut. The collection comprises .5 linear feet of material, arranged in 11 folders in 1 box. The collection consists of books and pamphlets on the history of Litchfield, Connecticut collected by Alain C. White, with much of the material written by White himself. Litchfield was first settled in 1720, and much of the material in the collection was...
Dates:
1860 - 1946
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Antonia White - Carmen Callil Collection
Collection
Identifier: GTM-120607
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of the personal files relating to British author Antonia White (1899-1980) maintained by Carmen Callil, founder and editor of Virago Press. Callil was also White's co-literary executor together with White's daughters Lyndall Hopkinson Passerini and Susan Chitty. The collection includes correspondence Callil exchanged with Passerini and White. Important series include copies of White's dream diaries, as well as files relating to her literary estate and related court...
Dates:
1926 - 1980
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Antonia White Letters to George Brendon Collection
Collection — Box: GTM Shared Box 40, Folder: 13
Identifier: GTM-20250310
Scope and Contents
A collection of nine romantic letters from author Antonia White to George Brendon, dated 1946.
Dates:
1946
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Antonia White Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-180515
Scope and Contents
Letters, manuscripts and press clippings by and about British author Antonia White (1899-1980).
Dates:
1863 - 1984; Majority of material found within 1929 - 1980
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Patrick White - Elizabeth Forbes Collection
Collection
Identifier: GTM-GAMMS187
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
The Patrick White/Elizabeth Forbes Collection consists of 67 signed autograph and typed letters from the author Patrick White to Elizabeth Forbes, a representative at G. Heywood Hill, Ltd., bookdealer in London. The correspondence relates to book orders made by White to the bookdealer.
Dates:
1965 - 1973
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Patrick White in Periodicals Collection
Collection
Identifier: GTM-GAMMS237
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
The Patrick White in Periodicals Collection contains a comprehensive run of journal and magazine publications from 1934 to 2015 by and about Patrick White, the noted Australian author who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1973. Many of White's short and long stories, including "Miss Slatery and Her Demon Lover," "Clay," and "A Cheery Soul," appear in published form in this collection in periodicals such as "Australian Book Review," "Australian Literary Studies," "London Magazine,"...
Dates:
1934 - 2015; Majority of material found within 1957 - 1985
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Ruth E. and J. Franklin Whitman Women's Army Auxiliary Corps Art Collection
Collection
Identifier: GTM-170316
Scope and Contents
The collection primarily consists of artwork related to "All-Out Aggie," a promotional character which was produced by J. Franklin Whitman, Jr. for the Women's Army Auxiliary Corp (WAAC) around 1942 to 1944. These include five pencil drawings, four paintings, and one drawing/poster collage. Additionally, the collection includes two letters from J. Franklin Whitman to his wife, Ruth E. Whitman (a member of the WAACs), as well as Ruth's WAAC Army Administration School yearbook. The yearbook...
Dates:
Creation: circa 1942-1944
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
"Lunch with Rosemary Monagan" typescript by Nick Whitmer
Collection — Box: GTM Shared Box 53, Folder: 11
Identifier: GTM-20260107
Scope and Contents
2-page typescript titled "Lunch with Rosemary Monagan," written by Nick Whitmer in June 2010. The story documents Rosemary's friendship with novelist Anthony Powell. It also includes a copy of her obituary (2023).
Dates:
2010, 2023
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
William Coleman Nevils, S.J. Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTA-GAMMS012
Scope and Contents
The William Coleman Nevils, S.J. Papers include correspondence, manuscripts of his writings, and related items. Much dates from his tenure as Georgetown University President, although there is also material relating to his post-GU presidency activities, including his work with relief for Jesuits in Poland 1939-1942.The correspondence from the time of his Presidency does not pertain to the day-to-day running of the University. For that, researchers should look to the subject...
Dates:
1899 - 1955; Majority of material found within 1928 - 1955
Found in:
Georgetown University Archives
William G. McEvitt: Printed Student Notes
Collection
Identifier: GTA-000148
Scope and Contents
Contains three notebooks: "Notes on Epistemology by Rev. John Toohey, S.J." (copyright date 1917, 1915, and 1925, with handwritten date of January 1930); "Notes on Psychology and Natural Philosophy, Senior Class", 1930; and "Outline of the Philosophy of Education: Pedagogy as a Science", no date. All three books have the name "William G. McEvitt" written on their covers.
Dates:
1930 and no date
Found in:
Georgetown University Archives
Ames W. Williams Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-GAMMS401
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
The Ames W. Williams Papers comprise the personal papers of Ames W. Williams, best known as a bibliographer of Stephen Crane. The collection includes a wealth of substantial correspondence among Stephen Crane researchers, including John Berryman, Edwin Emerson, Lillian B. Gilkes, Melvin Schoberlin, R.W. Stallman, Vincent Starrett, and Louis Zara. A handful of articles written by Williams are also retained. Moreover, Ames' interest in railroad history is apparent as his papers contain printed...
Dates:
1880 - 1980
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Franklin B. Williams, Jr. Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-GAMMS270
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
Franklin B. Williams, Jr. (1906-1997) Professor of English at Georgetown University (1939-1974) is best known for his magnum opus "An Index to Dedications and Commendatory Verses in English Books before 1641," 1962. Throughout the course of more than twenty years Professor Williams consulted the prefatory material in early English printed books in over 120 libraries in Britain, the European continent, and the United States. The resulting index is an indispensable resource for the study of...
Dates:
1931 - 1980; Majority of material found within 1950 - 1974
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts
Earl J. Wilson Papers
Collection
Identifier: GTM-GAMMS70
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
This collection of papers from Earl J. Wilson consists of his files, maintained during his years with the U.S. Information Service, dealing with the development of democracy in U.S. foreign policy. Material includes the manuscript of an unpublished book by Mr. Wilson on the subject, entitled,'Fumbling with Democracy: Our Failure to Promote It Abroad.' There is also a quantity of information in the form of published and unpublished reports and correspondence concerning USIA's Citizenship...
Dates:
1940 - 1996; Majority of material found within 1940 - 1980
Found in:
Georgetown University Manuscripts