Papers, 1927-1992.

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Papers, 1927-1992.

Contains laboratory notebooks, research data, correspondence, writings, and glass slides from Blank's work as a dermatologist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School; also included are records from his work as a consultant with private organizations and his involvement with professional groups.

10.4 cubic ft. in 10 record cartons and 1 document box.

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