Sterling Memorial Library, motion pictures 1928-1932

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Sterling Memorial Library, motion pictures 1928-1932

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The motion pictures document the construction of Sterling Memorial Library, Yale University, and the procession of books and move of the library from the Old Library (now Dwight Hall) to Sterling Memorial Library.

2.75 linear feet

eng,

Yale University. Department of Manuscripts and Archives

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Yale University. Department of Manuscripts and Archives

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