Architectural records. Series II: Project Records, Subseries 8: Files, District of Columbia. 1907-1938 (bulk 1930-1938).

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Architectural records. Series II: Project Records, Subseries 8: Files, District of Columbia. 1907-1938 (bulk 1930-1938).

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This subseries contains correspondence, purchase orders, bills, contracts, specifications, photographs, notes, and newspaper clippings pertaining to projects in Washington, D.C. Correspondence is between R. Guastavino Co. and contractor, M. Seretto. Bulk of the materials are notes and clippings added by Prof. George Collins as a result of his research.

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

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

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