Papers of William L. Powlison, 1911-1957 (bulk 1946-1955).

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Papers of William L. Powlison, 1911-1957 (bulk 1946-1955).

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Correspondence from researchers, institutions and car enthusiasts, with carbon copies of Powlison's replies; A Chronicle of the Automobile Industry in American, written for the Eaton Corp. in 1936; research projects and drafts for Glidden Tours; Powlison family genealogy records from 1640-1888; automotive literature used in his research; photographs sent to him for identification; manuscripts sent to him by other authors, in gratitude for his help.

6 boxes + 1 OVSD.4 linear ft.

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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National Automobile Chamber of Commerce

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Born May 13, 1889 in North Plainfield, N.J. In 1916 began work as a patent librarian for the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce, retiring as chief librarian from the organization in 1953, when it was called the Automobile Manufacturers Association. Following his retirement he did freelance work on the automotive industry, until his death on Feb. 20, 1964. From the description of Papers of William L. Powlison, 1911-1957 (bulk 1946-1955). (Detroit Public Library). WorldCat record ...

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Maines, George Humphrey.

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