Roy E. Larsen papers, 1912-1980 (bulk 1940-1979).

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Roy E. Larsen papers, 1912-1980 (bulk 1940-1979).

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Roy E. Larsen (1899 – 1979) worked in several capacities for Time Inc. for almost all of his adult life, including serving as president for over twenty years. Larsen also passionately advocated education reform through work in both non-profit organizations and government agencies. The collection consists of correspondence and other documents from Larsen’s involvement with Harvard University, Time Inc., agencies of the federal government, and civic organizations such as the National Citizens Commission for the Public Schools.

33 boxes (21 linear feet).

Harvard University, Education School, Gutman Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7250925

Harvard University, Education School, Gutman Library

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