George W. Hough Papers, 1855-1909.

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George W. Hough Papers, 1855-1909.

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The papers include: diaries and notebooks; correspondence; teaching files; research files; lectures; manuscripts and drafts; and publications. Eleven folders of correspondence span the years 1855-1900. The bulk of the correspondence spans Hough's student days and his early astronomical career from 1855 to 1867.

3.5 cu. ft. (7 boxes, 5 oversize folders)

Northwestern University

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Northwestern University

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