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William T. and Ann H. Scott Papers
Collection
Identifier: 97-15
Abstract
The collection consists of the personal papers and professional records of Ann and William Scott and their extended family. It includes documentation of Ann Scott's career as a children's author, such as manuscripts, correspondence, and academic and employment records and William Scott's research files in physics, teaching records, articles and correspondence related to cloud physics (1954-1993).
Dates:
1950-1994
William Scott papers on Michael Polanyi
Collection
Identifier: 99-26
Abstract
William Scott was a prolific author of journal articles, Scott also spent many years researching and writing a biography of scientist and philosopher Michael Polanyi.Includes William Scott's abridged biography and shorter articles about scientist and philosopher Michael Polanyi; William Scott's professional correspondence; materials about the University of Nevada, Reno, Faculty Peace Group; biography and bibliography of William Scott; text and tapes of his lectures on the "Right to defend...
Dates:
1903-1995; Majority of material found within 1979-1991
Fred H. Settelmeyer Papers
Collection
Identifier: NC459
Abstract
Fred H. Settelmeyer (1892-1989) was born in Nevada and served in Nevada State Senate 1947-1961. He was appointed to Nevada Commission of California-Nevada Interstate Compact Commission, 1956 and to the Pyramid Lake Task Force in 1969 representing Carson River interests. The collection contains material concerning the California-Nevada Interstate Compact Commission and the Pyramid Lake Task Force.
Dates:
1935-1973
Anthony Shafton Research Papers
Collection
Identifier: 2017-83
Abstract
Anthony Shafton is a Chicago native, Reno resident, and author of five books, including The Nevada They Knew. Collection contains research and publication materials for Shafton's book, The Nevada They Knew.
Dates:
2011-2022
Sierra Club Records
Collection
Identifier: NC1260
Abstract
The Sierra Club is a California based national organization devoted to preserving nature for future generations. Organized about 1890 in San Francisco, the club issues a Bulletin and publishes books about nature; they also investigate and lobby to prevent damage to the wilderness. Divided into chapters and subgroups based on geography. Richard Sill served on the national board of directors and executive committee from 1967-1971, on the executive board of the Toiyabe Chapter (Nevada), and as...
Dates:
1899-1979
Sierra Interfaith Action for Peace Records
Collection
Identifier: 95-01
Abstract
This collection is a rich source of information about the peace and justice movement in Nevada. In addition to chronicling activities of the Sierra Interfaith Action for Peace it documents the peace work of the American Friends Service Committee, Campus Peace Studies Group, Reno/Sparks Metro Ministry, Citizen Alert, Nevada Desert Experience, Nevadans Against the War, Pace e Bene, and Nevada Rainbow Coalition. Other western peace organizations include The Pecos Benedictine, Plumas People for...
Dates:
1969-1994
Marjorie Sill Papers
Collection
Identifier: 2017-31
Abstract
Marjorie L. Sill (1923-2016) was a Reno local and noted environmental activist for the Eastern Sierra and Great Basin regions through involvement with the Toiyabe Chapter of the Sierra Club and other regional and national organizations. The collection comprises materials related to her activism, organizational involvement, and a small amount of materials from her career as a high school teacher. It includes memos, publications, photographs, correspondence, government press releases and...
Dates:
1940-2015
Alfred Merritt Smith Papers
Collection
Identifier: NC100
Abstract
Alfred Merritt Smith (1876-1968), received both his Bachelors and Masters in Mining Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno. He served as Nevada State Engineer from 1935-1952, was an administrative assistant to Senator George Malone (1952-1960), served on the Colorado River Commission, Atomic Power Utilization Committee (1952-1959), and served on various committees regarding water in Nevada and California. The majority of the papers are from his professional life and includes...
Dates:
1908-1961
George F. Smith Papers
Collection
Identifier: NC577
Abstract
George F. Smith (1885-?) was born in Nevada and served in the Reno City Council from 1919-1926. From 1926-1934, Smith served as Reno Postmaster. The collection largely contains correspondence on political or postal matters; also some legal documents, an aircraft squadron training manual, and printed congressional materials such as bills and hearings.
Dates:
1919-1944
Lois Snedden Papers
Collection
Identifier: NC1410
Abstract
Lois Snedden served on the steering committee for the Western Mining Action Network (WMAN). The collection contains materials created and collected during her work with WMAN.
Dates:
1977-2004
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