James Ferguson papers, ca. 1740-1776.

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James Ferguson papers, ca. 1740-1776.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122517389

Collection consists of scrapbook containing letters, ca. 1769-1775, by Ferguson, relating to his work and other scientific matters; drawings, pencil sketches, charts, and tables, both printed and original, dating from approximately the 1740s, of astronomical and mechanical discoveries and inventions by Ferguson and others; and materials about Ferguson including maps, clippings, engravings of portraits of Ferguson, and other items.

.3 linear foot (1 v.)

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Ferguson, James, 1710-1776

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James Ferguson (1710-1776) was a Scottish philosopher, astronomer and engineer. From the description of James Ferguson papers, ca. 1740-1776. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122517389 From the guide to the James Ferguson papers, ca. 1740-1776, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.) ...