Papers, 1907-1960.

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Papers, 1907-1960.

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Contents include published articles and photographs of bridges designed by Steinman and associates, especially the Mackinac Bridge (MI), Mount Hope Bridge (RI), St. John Bridge (Oregon), and Brooklyn Bridge reconstruction; manuscript of "The Builders of Bridges ..." and related correspondence from reviewers in the academic, engineering, and publishing communities. Also included are three letters from Irving Stone of Universal Studios concerning a film production based on the book. Other papers include Steinman's Columbia University course notebooks and his doctoral dissertation; reports on Hell Gate Bridge and other work while employed with Waddell & Son, engineering consulting firm, 1915-1920.

4 boxes (1.0 cubic ft.)

American Periodical Series I

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