Fritz J. Roethlisberger papers, 1918-1974

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Fritz J. Roethlisberger papers, 1918-1974

This collection includes Fritz J. Roethlisberger's teaching and research materials kept by Fritz J. Roethlisberger while at Harvard Business School and his research materials relating to the Hawthorne Studies at the Western Electric Company. Types of materials include speeches, writings, correspondence, interviews, administrative files and student notes.

14 linear ft. (11 boxes, 9 cartons)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6382550

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