Raymond B. Fosdick papers, 1910-1971 (bulk 1919-1951)

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Raymond B. Fosdick papers, 1910-1971 (bulk 1919-1951)

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Consists of correspondence, writings, and memorabilia of Fosdick (Princeton Class of 1905) that focus on his national and international contribution to public administration. Correspondence is extensive and covers much of Fosdick's professional career. Major correspondents include lifelong friend and Secretary of War Newton Baker, Ralph Hayes (Baker's secretary), and John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Other correspondence documents Fosdick's disagreement (1922-1923) with William Anderson, head of the Anti-Saloon League, which supported the Eighteenth Amendment prohibiting the sale of alcohol; Fosdick's support of several polar expeditions by Admiral Richard Byrd in the Antarcic; and his involvement (1925-1930) with the Institute of International Research, which promoted world peace and established the Library of the League of Nations at Geneva. In addition, there is a small amount of personal memorabilia and photographs.

11.75 linear ft. (26 archival boxes, 1 oversize box)

Princeton University Library

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