Papers of James Curtis Booth, 1785-1944 (bulk 1830-1895)

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Papers of James Curtis Booth, 1785-1944 (bulk 1830-1895)

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/62406222

The collection falls naturally into three parts. The first and largest part concerns James Curtis Booth, his student days in Germany, and his long career at the U.S. Mint at Philadelphia. The second part contains writings, mostly letters, to and from Booth's wife and daughters. These are personal in nature. The final part contains writings by other members of Booth's family, including material by his father, George Booth, who published under the pen-name "Amyntor."

14 boxes (5.1 linear ft.)

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Chemical Heritage Foundation, Othmer Library of Chemical History

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Chemical Heritage Foundation, Othmer Library of Chemical History

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