Hallowell Davis papers, 1933-1971. 1933-1971.

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Hallowell Davis papers, 1933-1971. 1933-1971.

Correspondence, speeches, notes, notebooks, manuscripts of writings, certificates, clippings and photos relating to Dr. Davis's career and research in electroencephalography, ultrasonics, acoustic trauma and hearing problems. Also includes material on Acoustical Society of America, American Academy of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology, American Medical Association Council on Physical Medicine and Rehabiliation, American Physiological Society, American Standards Association, International Society on Audiology, and U.S. Office of Naval Research.

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