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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Avery-Abex Metallurgical Collection, 1920/1987

248 Cubic Feet 165 boxes; approx. 100 feet of metallurgical samples in cases
The American Brake Shoe (later Abex) Company was formed in 1902 from the merger of five smaller foundries that specialized in railroad brake shoes, castings and forging, as well as hydraulic equipment. The research laboratory, known as the Mahwah Research Center, from which the collection is drawn, did applied industrial research, but was closed in 1990. Howard Avery (1906-1996), VPI graduate (B.Sc. MinE 1927, M.Sc. MinE 1928), was one of the center's leading research metallurgists. Collection includes research data of the properties of metals conducted by The American Brake Shoe Company (later Abex). Materials include research files, photographic materials, polymer resin-encased specimens, publications, and more.
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Avery-Abex Metallurgical Collection, 1920/1987 248 Cubic Feet 165 boxes; approx. 100 feet of metallurgical samples in cases

American Brake Shoe Company
The American Brake Shoe (later Abex) Company was formed in 1902 from the merger of five smaller foundries that specialized in railroad brake shoes, castings and forging, as well as hydraulic equipment. The research laboratory, known as the Mahwah Research Center, from which the collection is drawn, did applied industrial research, but was closed in 1990. Howard Avery (1906-1996), VPI graduate (B.Sc. MinE 1927, M.Sc. MinE 1928), was one of the center's leading research metallurgists. Collection includes research data of the properties of metals conducted by The American Brake Shoe Company (later Abex). Materials include research files, photographic materials, polymer resin-encased specimens, publications, and more.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Byron Nelson Cooper Papers, 1925/1971

9 Cubic Feet 6 boxes
The collection contains correspondence; writings; research records; administrative, instructional, and consulting files; and photographs of Byron Nelson Cooper, professor of geology and head of Virginia Polytechnic Institute's Department of Geological Sciences from 1946 to 1971.
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Byron Nelson Cooper Papers, 1925/1971 9 Cubic Feet 6 boxes

Cooper, Byron Nelson, 1912-1971
The collection contains correspondence; writings; research records; administrative, instructional, and consulting files; and photographs of Byron Nelson Cooper, professor of geology and head of Virginia Polytechnic Institute's Department of Geological Sciences from 1946 to 1971.
West Virginia and Regional History Center

Campbell Family Papers, 1847/1901

0.15 Linear Feet Summary: 1 3/4 in. (1 reel of microfilm, 1.75 in.)

Account book, 1856-1901, of James Wilson Campbell. Includes estate settlement of his father, James L. Campbell, Cattle pedigrees, and various accounts, including some kept in James L.'s hand. Correspondence, 1866-1899 concerns family affairs, business, and there is one letter from a cousin at Marietta College, 1866, telling of geological field trip through the Wood, Ritchie, Pleasants, oil district of W. Va. School notes on mathematics and surveying of James Wilson Campbell, ca. 1854-1859; Misc. papers, notes, accounts, etc.

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Campbell Family Papers, 1847/1901 0.15 Linear Feet Summary: 1 3/4 in. (1 reel of microfilm, 1.75 in.)

Campbell family

Account book, 1856-1901, of James Wilson Campbell. Includes estate settlement of his father, James L. Campbell, Cattle pedigrees, and various accounts, including some kept in James L.'s hand. Correspondence, 1866-1899 concerns family affairs, business, and there is one letter from a cousin at Marietta College, 1866, telling of geological field trip through the Wood, Ritchie, Pleasants, oil district of W. Va. School notes on mathematics and surveying of James Wilson Campbell, ca. 1854-1859; Misc. papers, notes, accounts, etc.

West Virginia and Regional History Center

Charles R. Williams, Collector, Papers, 1834/1905

0.2 Linear Feet Summary: 1 1/2 in. (1 folder)
An 1851 letter to Rebecca Coplin from Harriet Burdett of Pruntytown, West Virginia, on community health, family affairs and Methodist church matters. A merchandise account book, 1859-63, of an unidentified general store owner and inn keeper; steamboat bills of lading for the Kathryn and French of the Little Kanawha Packet Line (Creston-Parkersburg), 1899 and 1905. There are also mimeographed sketches on the history, topography, scenery, agriculture, geology, rural development and natural resources of West Virginia by a Wood County agricultural extension agent, C.R. Titlow.
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Charles R. Williams, Collector, Papers, 1834/1905 0.2 Linear Feet Summary: 1 1/2 in. (1 folder)

Williams, Charles R.
An 1851 letter to Rebecca Coplin from Harriet Burdett of Pruntytown, West Virginia, on community health, family affairs and Methodist church matters. A merchandise account book, 1859-63, of an unidentified general store owner and inn keeper; steamboat bills of lading for the Kathryn and French of the Little Kanawha Packet Line (Creston-Parkersburg), 1899 and 1905. There are also mimeographed sketches on the history, topography, scenery, agriculture, geology, rural development and natural resources of West Virginia by a Wood County agricultural extension agent, C.R. Titlow.
West Virginia and Regional History Center

Coopers Rock Foundation Records, 1957/2013

4 Linear Feet 4 ft. (4 record cartons, 12 in. each)

This collection includes meeting minutes, correspondence, newspaper clippings, articles of incorporation, and copies of newsletters from the from 1957 until 2013, although most materials date to after the establishment of the Coopers Rock Foundation in 1989. Also includes historical literature and slides relating to Coopers Rock State Park and the Henry Clay Iron Furnace. In addition, there is material related to the Civilian Conservation Corp, a photograph exhibit dedicated to Camp Rhododendron, and a reunion of CCC members who worked at Coopers Rock State Park held in 1996.

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Coopers Rock Foundation Records, 1957/2013 4 Linear Feet 4 ft. (4 record cartons, 12 in. each)

Coopers Rock Foundation

This collection includes meeting minutes, correspondence, newspaper clippings, articles of incorporation, and copies of newsletters from the from 1957 until 2013, although most materials date to after the establishment of the Coopers Rock Foundation in 1989. Also includes historical literature and slides relating to Coopers Rock State Park and the Henry Clay Iron Furnace. In addition, there is material related to the Civilian Conservation Corp, a photograph exhibit dedicated to Camp Rhododendron, and a reunion of CCC members who worked at Coopers Rock State Park held in 1996.

West Virginia and Regional History Center

David B. Reger, Geologist, Records, 1931/1957

0.29 Linear Feet Summary: 3 1/2 in. (2 reels of microfilm (36 vols.), 1.75 in. each)
Office files of a Morgantown, West Virginia, consulting geologist which include: monthly time sheets and record of jobs, 1934-1957; payroll books, 1939-1947; records of the production of natural gas in Ohio, 1931-1936; a volume pertaining to the Carl Reger estate; and an index to his notes.
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David B. Reger, Geologist, Records, 1931/1957 0.29 Linear Feet Summary: 3 1/2 in. (2 reels of microfilm (36 vols.), 1.75 in. each)

Reger, David B. (David Bright), 1882-1958
Office files of a Morgantown, West Virginia, consulting geologist which include: monthly time sheets and record of jobs, 1934-1957; payroll books, 1939-1947; records of the production of natural gas in Ohio, 1931-1936; a volume pertaining to the Carl Reger estate; and an index to his notes.
West Virginia and Regional History Center

Dr. John Renton, Professor of Geology, Papers and Educational Materials, 1928/2008

2.29 Linear Feet 5 document cases, 5 in. each; 1 document case, 2.5 in.

Papers from Dr. John Renton, who was an Emeritus Professor of Geology at West Virginia University. This collection includes a variety of materials, such as maps, illustrations, transparencies, essays, and articles, all pertaining to his work in the geology department. A wide range of topics are covered, and the level spans from basic, introductory geological concepts to academic research. Renton also created regionally specific resources, such as lessons on Appalachian and West Virginian geology (Series 1 and 2). This collection is arranged into two series. The first series consists of educational resources Renton created to be used by West Virginian K-12 Earth Science teachers, and in his own instructive undertakings. The second series contains other materials created and collected by Renton over the course of his career, such as unpublished educational and research manuscripts; published academic articles; and various lessons and field trip guides.

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Dr. John Renton, Professor of Geology, Papers and Educational Materials, 1928/2008 2.29 Linear Feet 5 document cases, 5 in. each; 1 document case, 2.5 in.

Renton, John J.

Papers from Dr. John Renton, who was an Emeritus Professor of Geology at West Virginia University. This collection includes a variety of materials, such as maps, illustrations, transparencies, essays, and articles, all pertaining to his work in the geology department. A wide range of topics are covered, and the level spans from basic, introductory geological concepts to academic research. Renton also created regionally specific resources, such as lessons on Appalachian and West Virginian geology (Series 1 and 2). This collection is arranged into two series. The first series consists of educational resources Renton created to be used by West Virginian K-12 Earth Science teachers, and in his own instructive undertakings. The second series contains other materials created and collected by Renton over the course of his career, such as unpublished educational and research manuscripts; published academic articles; and various lessons and field trip guides.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Geology of the Blacksburg Quadrangle, Virginia, 1979

0.1 Cubic Feet 42 x 29 in.
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Washington and Lee University, Leyburn Library

Henry Donald Campbell Papers, 1865/1933

100 Item 14 folders

This collection includes 20 speeches and copies of letters and papers collected on R. E. Lee's administration of Washington College, 1865-1870.

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Henry Donald Campbell Papers, 1865/1933 100 Item 14 folders

Campbell, Henry Donald

This collection includes 20 speeches and copies of letters and papers collected on R. E. Lee's administration of Washington College, 1865-1870.

West Virginia and Regional History Center

Israel C. White (1848-1927) Papers, 1875/1888

0.1 Linear Feet Summary: 1/2 in. (1 folder)

Collection includes the original geological notebook of Dr. I. C. White written in 1875, while a member of the Pennsylvania Geological Survey in Greene County, PA, and the original Geology Field Notebook kept by Dr. White during the West Virginia University spring term of 1883.

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Israel C. White (1848-1927) Papers, 1875/1888 0.1 Linear Feet Summary: 1/2 in. (1 folder)

White, I. C. (Israel Charles), 1848-1927

Collection includes the original geological notebook of Dr. I. C. White written in 1875, while a member of the Pennsylvania Geological Survey in Greene County, PA, and the original Geology Field Notebook kept by Dr. White during the West Virginia University spring term of 1883.

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