Charles Downing Lay papers, 1898-1956.

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Charles Downing Lay papers, 1898-1956.

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Notebooks of architectural class notes and drawings, 1898, 1899; student papers; notebooks and sketchbooks on gardens; photographs of gardens and parks, especially Marine Park in Brooklyn; architectural drawings and renderings; pen and ink drawings; and articles on architectural topics. Also, papers relating to lectures; and club memberships, including the Century Club; miscellaneous correspondence; and condolence letters upon his death.

11 cubic ft.

Cornell University Library

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Cornell University Library

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