Ernest M. Fisher papers, 1923-circa 1953.

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Ernest M. Fisher papers, 1923-circa 1953.

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This collection includes holograph, typescript, and printed papers compiled by Fisher primarily relating to his research for Columbia University's Institute for Urban Land Use and Housing Studies and concerning issues of real estate use, finance, and law. The majority of documents relate to a study conducted in the early 1950s by Fisher regarding real estate investment experience in New York-based real estate-holding entities, and includes detailed data and analysis from several dozen organizations, including City and Suburban Homes Company, Columbia University, the R. W. Goelet Estate, Hanover Properties, Pease & Elliman, Paterno Brothers, Pratt Institute, Rhinelander Real Estate Co., and Sailors' Snug Harbor. Other documents record extensive financial data according to building types.

6.5 linear feet of papers : (6 archives boxes and 1 manuscript box)

Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7285207

Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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