John Nolen, Jr. papers, 1921-1986, bulk 1935 - 1968.

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John Nolen, Jr. papers, 1921-1986, bulk 1935 - 1968.

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This collection contains correspondence, publications, meeting minutes, reports, studies, and newsletters from the working life of urban planner John Nolen, Jr. The material dates from 1921 through 1986 with the bulk of the material falling between 1935 and 1968. Includes information on transportation including highways and subway systems, housing, and urban planning. Much of the material relates to the city of Washington with a subseries devoted to Nolen's work with the National Capital Park and Planning Commission, now the National Planning Commission. Some of this material is from a professional relationship while others are personal.

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George Washington University

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American institute of planners

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United States. National Capital Park and Planning Commission

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Nolen, John, 1898-1986

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Member of the National Capital Park and Planning Commission in Washington, D.C., an independent planning consultant, and director of transportation planning for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. From the description of John Nolen, Jr., papers, 1907-1968 (bulk 1931-1958). (Historical Society of Washington, Dc). WorldCat record id: 70970390 John Nolen Jr. (b. February 2, 1898, Ardmore, Pennsylvania-d. June 20, 1986), director of the National Capital Plannin...

United States. National Capital Planning Commission

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United States. National Capital Park Commission

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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

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Alley Dwelling Authority (Washington, D.C.)

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American City Planning Institute

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Washington Housing Association

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The Washington Housing Association was a civic group dedicated to promoting slum clearance and low-income housing in Washington, D.C. From the description of Records, 1935-1947. (Historical Society of Washington, Dc). WorldCat record id: 70962764 The Washington Housing Association (WHA) was originally organized in 1933 as the Washington Committee on Housing to improve housing for low-income residents. WHA sponsored the Alley Dwelling Elimination Act of July 1934. Mrs. Charlo...

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Boston Society of Civil Engineers

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