Charles Finney Cox papers 1772-1910.

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Charles Finney Cox papers 1772-1910.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/47060115

Collection consists of books, pamphlets, photographs, research notes, correspondence, transcriptions, sketches, clippings, microfilm, prints, a statue and memorabilia. The bulk is devoted to Cox's collection of Darwiniana.

7 boxes (20 linear ft.)

New York Botanical Garden, The LuEsther T. Mertz Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7573980

New York Botanical Garden, The LuEsther T. Mertz Library

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Cox, Charles F. (Charles Finney), 1846-1912

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Charles Finney Cox (1846-1912) was one of the incorporators of the New York Botanical Garden as named in its 1891 charter granted by the New York State Legislature. An active advocate for the establishment of the Garden, he was appointed a member of the Board of Managers and served as Treasurer from 1899 until his death in 1912. From the description of Charles Finney Cox papers 1772-1910. (New York State Historical Documents). WorldCat record id: 155462829 From the descripti...

Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882

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Charles Robert Darwin was born on February 12, 1809 in Shrewsbury, England. His father, Robert Waring Darwin (1766-1848), was a physician, the son of Erasmus Darwin (1731-1802), a poet, philosopher, and naturalist. Robert established a successful medical practice in Shrewsbury where he was known for his kindness extended to the poor. He was financially quite successful and willing to support his sons in their various endeavors. Although not a prolific writer, he was elected to the Royal Society ...