Papers, 1916-1957.

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Papers, 1916-1957.

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Correspondence, book drafts, sample tests, speeches, newspaper clippings, and other printed materials relating to the Cleveland Teachers Union and the development of the science curriculum and educational tests for the Cleveland Public Schools. In addition, there are some materials pertaining to Adell's inventions, his experience during the great depression, a journal detailing his naval training during World War I, and Wendell Willkie campaign materials.

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Western Reserve Historical Society, Research Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7080383

Western Reserve Historical Society, Research Library

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Adell, James C. (James Claude), 1887-1971.

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