Papers of Lucius N. Littauer, 1852-1961 (inclusive), ca. 1896-1944 (bulk).

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Papers of Lucius N. Littauer, 1852-1961 (inclusive), ca. 1896-1944 (bulk).

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The papers of Lucius N. Littauer consist of portions of Littauer's personal papers which were saved following his death by his long-time associate, Harry Starr. They include correspondence, legal and business records, printed material, certificates and diplomas, and photographs. The family correspondence concerns business transactions as well as personal affairs. Material concerning Littauer's career as a legislator and politician include newspaper clippings, social invitations, and photographs; most well-preserved are the files concerning a scandal during the Roosevelt administration over corruption in government procurement, of which Littauer was exonerated. His philanthropic activities are documented by correspondence and other papers regarding his donation of funds for a Graduate School of Public Administration at Harvard. There are also newspaper clippings and other material documenting the establishment of the Littauer Foundation. Littauer's connection to Harvard is represented by photographs from his student years, photographs of reunion groups, and papers relating to his major donations to the University. Other photographs include portraits of Littauer and his family, friends, Harvard Alumni, the interior of his home in New York City, institutions supported by Littauer, and related subjects.

ca. 13 cubic feet in 28 containers.

Harvard University Archives.

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Harvard University Archives.

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Harvard University

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Harvard College was founded by a vote of the Great and General Court of Massachusetts on October 28, 1636 that allocated “400£ towards a schoale or colledge.” Subsequent legislative acts established the Board of Overseers, but it was the Charter of 1650 that created the Harvard Corporation as the College's primary governing board and defined its composition and authority. The College Charter became a contentious target for College officials, the Massachusetts Governor and General C...

Littauer, Lucius Nathan, 1859-1944

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Lucius Nathan Littauer (January 20, 1859 – March 2, 1944) was an American politician, businessman, and college football coach. He served in the United States House of Representatives from New York for five terms between 1897 and 1907. In 1936, his donation of $2 million helped found Harvard's Graduate School of Public Administration, which later was renamed the John F. Kennedy School of Government. Born in Gloversville, New York, Littauer moved with his parents to New York City in 1865. Afte...

Harvard University. Graduate School of Public Administration.

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These may have been notes placed on reserve the library for the use of students in the seminar. From the description of Seminar on agricultural policy: notes, 1938-1946 (inclusive). (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 76976046 The Graduate School of Public Administration was established in 1936 with a gift from Lucius N. Littauer. It was renamed the John F. Kennedy School of Government in 1966. From the description of Records of the Graduate School of Publi...

Starr, Harry, 1899 or 1900-1992.

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Harry Starr earned his Harvard AB 1921 and Harvard LL.B. 1924. He was president of the Harvard Menorah Society 1921-1922. From 1929 to 1944, he was secretary of The Lucius N. Littauer Foundation; from 1944 to 1984 he served as president of the Foundation. He married Cecile Aronsohn (1905-1978) in 1930. From the description of Harvard, a place of tradition, ca. 1921. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 77065211 Harry Starr earned his Harvard AB 1921, Harvard LL.B. 1924....

Lucius N. Littauer Foundation.

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