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Grace D. Nichols correspondence
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-2004-006
Abstract
Letters received by Grace D. Nichols (1848 - 1925) of Rockland, Knox County, Maine, mostly between 1864 and 1872, accompanied by some later postcards and ephemera. Her correspondents include Georgia Farnham, Henry P. McCahill (serving in the 182nd New York Volunteer Infantry), John Porcius Gage, Henry Paine, A. J. Pickard (serving in the 2nd Maine Cavalry), Robert Rankin, and Waldo P. Lowell. Ephemeral materials include calling cards, a wedding announcement, and several unassociated...
Dates:
1864 - 1920, bulk 1864 - 1866
Orton Family papers
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-2018-003
Abstract
The collection consists of personal documents of Dr. John G. Orton, his daughter Helen D. Orton, and his grandson Orton Spaulding Barnes. Documents include two indentures, dated December 7, 1897 and July 11, 1898 with Dr. Orton as guarantor of the promissory note payments; detailed account of work completed on Dr. Orton’s house and accompanying bill, November 1, 1875; Memorandum written by Dr. Orton and dated October 7, 1920 to be read in connection with his will; copy of will of Helen D....
Dates:
1875 - 1930
Molly Peacock papers
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-2003-001
Abstract
The Molly Peacock papers document the personal and professional life of Molly Peacock, author and poet. The majority of the collection documents Peacock's writings, as well as her work as a writer outside the writing and publication of her books. There is also a small amount of personal material in the collection that documents Peacock's childhood, education, friendships, and family.
Dates:
1941 - 2023
John Phillips and Beverly Jean Lyon letters
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-1995-001
Abstract
The John Lewis Phillips and Beverly Jean Lyon letters include roughly 150 pieces of correspondence written by Binghamton-area fiances during WWII while John was serving on the USS Blue Ridge.
Dates:
1944 - 1945
Donald Quataert papers
Collection
Identifier: BUA-0035
Abstract
The Donald Quataert papers document the teaching, research, and writing of Donald Quataert (1941–2011), a Distinguished Professor at Binghamton University and a scholar of Ottoman labor and social history.
Dates:
1943 - 2011; Majority of material found within 1968 - 2011
Gottfried Reinhardt papers
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-1979-004
Scope and Contents
Gottfried Reinhardt (1913 - 1994) was a German-born American film director and producer and son of acclaimed Austro-German theatre director Max Reinhardt (1873 - 1943). This collection mainly consists of drafts and draft pages for his books Der Liebhaber:Erinnerungen seines Sohnes Gottfried Reinhardt an Max Reinhardt and The Genius: a Memoir of Max Reinhardt. Also included are his research notes and materials as well as correspondence. Much of...
Dates:
1940 - 1994; Majority of material found within 1960 - 1979
The Max Reinhardt Archives
Collection
Identifier: 5749
Overview
The Max Reinhardt Library and Archives at Binghamton University is one of several notable collections worldwide of books and manuscripts dealing with the work of the Austro-German theatre director Max Reinhardt (1873-1943). It contains approximately 15,000 books from Reinhardt’s personal library and over 10,000 manuscripts, items of correspondence, photographs, programs, critical reviews, directorial promptbooks, writings, and related supporting materials totaling approximately 100 cubic...
Dates:
1880 - 1984; Majority of material found within 1894 - 1973
Roberson Museum and Science Center collection
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-2016-001
Abstract
This collection contains newsletters and promotional materials associated with the Roberson Museum and Science Center. The majority of the collection was provided by former librarians at Binghamton University. The newsletters contain information about upcoming activities and events offered to the public. Promotional materials include invitations to exhibit openings and receptions, programs from events, and schedules with dates and descriptions of upcoming events, classes, and lecture...
Dates:
1965 - 2010
James Bostwick Robinson diaries
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-2023-003
Abstract
This collection includes the diaries of James Bostwick Robinson (1840 - 1912) for the years 1860, 1862, 1863, 1864, 1865, and 1866, as well as a later, undated autograph book. The diaries cover much of Robinson's service in the 85th New York Volunteers. He discusses army life in some detail, including his time in Andersonville Prison in Georgia beginning in April 1864. Robinson frequently mentions his health problems, and at the end of each diary records his spending in detail. At the end of...
Dates:
1860 - 1866 and undated
Rose Family papers
Collection
Identifier: BUSC-1985-002
Scope and Contents
Documents and letters pertaining to a family of prominent landowners in Broome County and northern Pennsylvania during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
Dates:
1785 - 1912; Majority of material found within 1806 - 1870