Benn Pitman papers ca. 1880

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Benn Pitman papers ca. 1880

http://archives.nypl.org/mss/2432

Benn Pitman (1882-1910) was a stenographer and founded the Phonographic Institute to promote Pitman shorthand. In addition to working as a shorthand reporter, he wrote many books including a biography of his brother, Sir Isaac Pitman. Collection consists of exhibits from the court case, Andrew Jackson Graham vs. Benn Pitman, concerning alleged copyright infringement of shorthand techniques. Exhibits are from Pitman's defense in the case.

.15 linear foot (1 v.)

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6312564

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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Pitman, Benn, 1822-1910

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Benn Pitman (1882-1910) was a stenographer and founded the Phonographic Institute to promote Pitman shorthand. In addition to working as a shorthand reporter, he wrote many books including a biography of his brother, Sir Isaac Pitman. From the guide to the Benn Pitman papers, ca. 1880, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.) Benn Pitman (1882-1910) was a stenographer and founded the Phonographic Institute to promote Pitman shorthand. ...

Graham, Andrew J. (Andrew Jackson), 1830-1894

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Andrew Jackson Graham (1830-1894), author and teacher of stenography, developed the Graham shorthand system, founded the A.J. Graham Company in New York City, and started The Student Journal. From the description of Andrew J. Graham phonographic notes, 1858-1862. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122431245 From the guide to the Andrew J. Graham phonographic notes, 1858-1862, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.) Born in Sandusky, Ohio, minis...