Burr, Myron Carlos, 1884-1977.

American engineer.

From the description of Myron Carlos Burr papers, ca. 1927-1973. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754870923

Myron C. Burr earned his A.B. in civil engineering at Stanford University in May 1907. In the aftermath of the San Francisco Earthquake in 1906, he served with the Stanford Relief Corps and the San Francisco Water Commission. In addition to his career as a civil engineer, he ran an insurance agency specializing in industrial insurance, served on the Los Angeles County Emergency Relief Committee, wrote a newspaper column, and was a wholesale distributor of avocados. He was also active in the Republican Party in Southern California.

From the description of Myron Carlos Burr papers and memorabilia, 1902-2006 (inclusive), 1902-1946 (bulk). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 462019766

Biographical/Historical Sketch

Myron C. Burr earned his A.B. in civil engineering at Stanford University in May 1907. In the aftermath of the San Francisco Earthquake in 1906, he served with the Stanford Relief Corps and the San Francisco Water Commission. In addition to his career as a civil engineer, he ran an insurance agency specializing in industrial insurance, served on the Los Angeles County Emergency Relief Committee, wrote a newspaper column, and was a wholesale distributor of avocados. He was also active in the Republican Party in Southern California.

From the guide to the Myron Carlos Burr papers and memorabilia, 1902-2006, 1902-1946, (Dept. of Special Collections and University Archives)

Biographical/Historical Note

American engineer.

From the guide to the Myron Carlos Burr papers, ca. 1927-1973, (Hoover Institution Archives)