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Herreshoff, L. Francis (Lewis Francis), 1890-1972. L. Francis Herreshoff collection [naval architecture drawings], 1887-1977

Title: L. Francis Herreshoff collection [naval architecture drawings], 1887-1977

The L. Francis Herreshoff collection consists of designs that Herreshoff produced as an independant designer for racing and cruising yachts, canoes, kayaks and other small craft. Early work for W. Starling Burgess and illustrations from Norman L. Skene's book "Elements of Yacht Design" are included as well as the work of other designers.

ArchivalResource: 1,511 sheets representing 486 designs

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/64773160 View

Burgess, W. Starling, 1878-1947. Burgess-Donaldson collection [naval architecture drawings], 1907-1934

Title: Burgess-Donaldson collection [naval architecture drawings], 1907-1934

The Burgess-Donaldson collection consists of plans produced by W. Starling Burgess from the mid-1920's to the mid-1930's while working in several partnerships. Plans are primarily for sailing yachts, and some one design classes are represented, including M class sloops and 12 meters. Drawings for the America's Cup defenders ENTERPRISE (1930) and RAINBOW (1934) are included.

ArchivalResource: 905 sheets, representing 119 designs

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/63174288 View

Miscellaneous Yachts. Miscellaneous Yachts collection [naval architecture drawings], 1724-1985

Title: Miscellaneous Yachts collection [naval architecture drawings], 1724-1985

This collection is composed of plans received individually or in groups small enough that the creation of a distinct collection is not required. This collection will continue to grow and expand as additional plans are received.

ArchivalResource: 593 (+) sheets representing 199 (+) designs

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/64448416 View

Simpson, Richard V. The torpedo boats of Bristol, RI / by Richard V. Simpson.

Title: The torpedo boats of Bristol, RI / by Richard V. Simpson.

Unpublished typed manuscript entitled "The Torpedo Boats of Bristol, RI" by Richard V. Simpson. The manuscript covers the history of the torpedo boats built by the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company, Bristol, RI for the U.S. navy, ca. 1877-1900. There is information on boat types, including steel torpedo boats, the war with Spain and torpedo boats during the war. Appendices include information on torpedo boat practices conducted in Narragansett Bay, speed records of U.S. torpedo boats, Herreshoff's other Navy boats and Rhode Island and the war with Spain.

ArchivalResource: 84 p.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/740438711 View

Herter, C. A. Scarab.

Title: Scarab.

ArchivalResource: items in folder : ill., photos. ; 22 x 28 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/21462526 View

Newberry, Truman H. Truant.

Title: Truant.

ArchivalResource: items in folder : ill., photo. ; 22 x 28 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/21350949 View

Acme Folding Boat Co. Trade catalogs of boats, 1850-1955.

Title: Trade catalogs of boats, 1850-1955.

Trade catalogs, brochures, advertisements, clippings and other ephemera relating to the selling of boats and ships.

ArchivalResource: 120 items (1 box) : ill.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122393463 View

Cox and Stevens. Cox & Stevens, Inc. collection [naval architecture drawings], 1895-1947

Title: Cox & Stevens, Inc. collection [naval architecture drawings], 1895-1947

The collection contains plans for watercraft in all sizes, sail and power, commercial and recreational. Some wartime work and military conversions of yachts are also included as well as work collected from other designers. This material complements the time line of the material contained within the Philip L. Rhodes collection (Collection 80).

ArchivalResource: 4,965 (+) sheets, representing 439 (+) designs

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/64233216 View

Herreshoff Manufacturing Company. Placidia.

Title: Placidia.

ArchivalResource: items in folder ; 22 x 28 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/20282866 View

Pynchon, George M. Istalena.

Title: Istalena.

ArchivalResource: items in folder : ill., photo. ; 22 x 28 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/21655221 View