Documentary history of the library, 1773-1879.

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Documentary history of the library, 1773-1879.

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This collection of printed documents, both published and unpublished, reflects the history and growth of the Harvard College Library from 1773 to 1879. Documents include Visiting Committee reports, library and sales catalogues, library regulations, circular letters to patrons and alumni, magazine articles, newspaper clippings, fundraising appeals, blank receipts for gifts to the library, and blank forms regarding borrowing privileges, book order requests, and arrival notifications.

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Harvard University Archives.

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Harvard University Archives.

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