Raymond Philip Morris papers, 1955-1975 (inclusive).

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Raymond Philip Morris papers, 1955-1975 (inclusive).

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Material documents Morris's long professional career as head librarian of the Yale Divinity School Library and prominent leader in the field of theological librarianship. Morris's role as an advisor for theological libraries is reflected in his correspondence and writings. His writings include articles, papers, addresses and sermons, which Morris frequently gave as a lay preacher in area Methodist churches. Biographical material provides a small glimpse into the personal life and warm personality of Morris. His activities with the American Theological Library Association and other projects and committees are well documented.

7.5 linear feet (16 boxes)

Yake University Divinity School Library

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American theological library association

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See Record Group 163 for the earlier history of the American Theological Library Association. In 1990 ATLA was reorganized so that the Index Board and Preservation Board were placed directly under the Board of Directors. In 1991 Albert Hurd was appointed chief executive officer of ATLA. This restructuring made Executive Director responsible for all staff appointments, with the Board of Directors now construed as a policy making body that vested management of the Association in the E...

Morris, Raymond P.

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Raymond Philip Morris, born in Garnett, Kansas in 1904, was educated at Baker University (B.A., 1925), Garrett Biblical Institute (B.D., 1929) and Columbia University (B.S., 1930 and M.S., 1932). He served as Librarian of Garrett Biblical Institute, 1931-1932 and of Yale Divinity School, 1932-1972. He taught Religious Literature at Yale Divinity School, 1941-1972. He received honorary doctorates from Baker University (1952) and Drake University (1965). He died in 1990. From the descr...

Yale University. Divinity School. Library

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