John W. Oliver papers, 1942-1984.

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John W. Oliver papers, 1942-1984.

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The John W. Oliver Papers consist of three series: lectures, correspondences, and other miscellaneous professional documents, such as working manuscripts, certifications, and several book reviews. The collection reveals Oliver's research interests and professional accomplishments. The series are arranged chronologically by year. In addition, there are two smaller boxes of note cards that reflect Oliver's research interests. Each card contains a subject heading, year, and a bibliographic source for an article or book to the right. Under the subject heading is a brief list of notes that corresponds to the article and date. Behind the index cards in the second box is a small stringed envelope of additional notes and clippings, as well as rare lantern slides from Rittener Furnace Company. These smaller boxes are included in the series containing other personal records.

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University of Pittsburgh. United Faculty

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Throughout its history the University of Pittsburgh has received occasional support from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In the early 1960s it suffered an unprecedented fiscal crisis and sought a solution that linked it to the Commonwealth. On August 23, 1966, House Bill No. 2 of the General Assembly of Pennsylvania was signed and the University officially became state-related. From the description of State-related status of the University of Pittsburgh files, 1936-1983. (Universit...

Oliver, John William, 1888-1979

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John William Oliver, Sr., was born April 12, 1885 and died February 29, 1972. Throughout his academic career, Oliver led an active life serving as professor and head of the Department of History at the University of Pittsburgh (1923-1954). Oliver was a professor of American history, specializing in the history of applied science and technology. Prior to teaching at the University of Pittsburgh, he served as director of the Indiana State Historical Society from 1916-1923. He was also active in mi...

University of Pittsburgh. Dept. of History.

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