Papers, 1929-1942.

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Papers, 1929-1942.

The Harrington Papers document the Du Pont Company's research and development policies from 1929-41. Included are official reports from the Chemical Department (1929-35) as well as reports and correspondence of Drs. Wallace Carothers, E.K. Bolton, A.P. Tanberg, and C.M.A. Stine which trace the company's shift in emphasis to fundamental research.

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