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2541	Author:	Byron, George Gordon Byron, Baron, 1788-1824.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	The Bride of Abydos: a Turkish tale 1831 ead
	Date(s):	1831
	Abstract:	Manuscript copy, by an unknown person, of Lord Byron's work, The Bride of Abydos. Each page is finely lettered to imitate the appearance of a printed book.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
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2542	Author:	Compañia Constructora Richardson, S.A.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Records of the Compañia Constructora Richardson, S.A., 1904-1968 1904-1927 ead
	Date(s):	1904-1968
	Abstract:	Records, 1904-1968 (bulk 1904-1927). Collection consists primarily of photographs, legal papers, and other materials concerning the development of a railroad and irrigation system in the Yaqui River Valley, Sonora, Mexico.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Water rights -- Mexico -- Yaqui River \| Irrigation engineering -- Mexico -- Yaqui River \| Agriculture and state -- Mexico -- Sonora (State) \| Agricultural colonies -- Mexico -- Sonora (State) \| Yaqui Indians -- Photographs \| Indians of Mexico -- Mexico -- Sonora (State) -- Photographs
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2543	Author:	Paulsen, Carl E.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Covered Wood Bridge Spanning Norman's Kill at French's Mill 1930-1932 ead
	Date(s):	1930-1932
	Abstract:	One of three extant copies of a seven-page typescript report. It describes the covered bridge at French's Mill, N.Y., which was built in 1866. Contains eight mounted and labeled photographs; they depict different views and construction aspects of the bridge, both before and after the roof and side covering was removed. Blueprints drawn by Paulsen, letters, and a newspaper clipping are located in a back pocket.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Bridges -- Design and construction. \| Covered bridges -- New York (State) -- Albany County -- Photographs.
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2544	Author:	Austin, Jane G. (Jane Goodwin)	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Jane G. Austin papers, ca. 1870-1894 ead
	Date(s):	ca. 1870-1894
	Abstract:	The bulk of the collection contains undated, holographic manuscripts with edits, of three of Austin's novels and eleven of her short stories.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Historical fiction, American \| Women authors, American
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2545	Author:	Bartlett, Bob	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Collection of Bob Bartlett, 1935-1948 ead
	Date(s):	1935-1948
	Abstract:	The collections is comprised of correspondence written 1935 – 1945 between Bartlett and his friend Morris. Also contained within the collection are two typescripts by Morris; illustrated magazine articles authored by Bartlett; black and white photographs depicting Bartlett, Artic inhabitants, wildlife, icebergs, the ship and its crew members; as well as a 16mm black and white film which documents Bartlett’s voyages.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Adventure and adventurers -- Arctic regions \| Icebergs -- Photographs \| Eskimos -- Photographs \| Schooners -- Slides
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2546	Author:	Basilius Valentinus.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Fratris Basilij Monarchi Benedicter Ordenns Handtgriffe von Bereitung seiner Vor 1604-1699 ead
	Date(s):	1604-1699
	Abstract:	The alchemist Basilius Valentinus, also known as Basil Valentine, was reputed to be a German Benedictine monk, and a prior at St. Peter's in Erfurt in 1414. Undated, bound compilation of copied writings on alchemy and antimony; the entries are in a number of different hands. The title page has references to two of Valentinus' published books: Triumph-Wagen Antimonii, or Triumphant Chariot of Antimony, originally published in German in 1604, and Latin in 1646; Zwölff Schlüssel, or Twelve Keys, was printed in German in 1599, and Latin in 1618.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Alchemy -- Germany -- History -- Sources. \| Antimony -- History -- Sources. \| Medicine -- Germany -- 15th-18th centuries.
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2547	Author:	Helmont, Jean Baptiste van, 1577-1644.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Extractus: selectissimarum rerum chymicarum, Joannis Bapt. Helmontii ab Helmond, insignis ac subtilissimi philosophi adepti lectu utilissmus circa 1645-1799 ead
	Date(s):	circa 1645-1799
	Abstract:	The 405 extracts, by an unknown compiler, are from the chemical writings of Helmont. The pen-and-ink manuscript is in one hand. It is undated, but the introductory biography section notes Helmont's death date, thus the compilation must be after 1644; perhaps even sometime from the 18th century.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Chemistry -- Philosophy -- History -- 17th century.
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2548	Author:	Burroughs, John, 1837-1921.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	The New Vitalism 1912-1942 ead
	Date(s):	1912-1942
	Abstract:	Bound volume of Burroughs' holographic manuscript, cut-and-pasted with his typed pages of edits; both interleaved with a typed transcription done by John E. Boos in 1942. The manuscript is signed by Burroughs; the preface is signed and dated by Boos. Contains a few illustrations and photographs.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Biology -- Philosophy. \| Mechanism (Philosophy) \| Vitalism.
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2549	Author:	Sacramento County (Calif.). Recorder's Office.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Transcript of marks and brands of Yolo County (California) 1850-1874 ead
	Date(s):	1850-1874
	Abstract:	Log of cattle and horse brands. The 241 entries, on 57 leaves, were originally entered at the Recorder's Office of Yolo County (Calif.), from October 3, 1850 through August 17, 1874. Information recorded includes rancher's name, description and drawing of earmark and brand, date recorded, and name and title of person recording
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Cattle brands -- California -- Yolo County. \| Earmarks -- California -- Yolo County. \| Horse owners -- California -- Yolo County. \| Ranches -- California -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.
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2550	Author:	Van Dyke, John Charles, 1856-1932.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	John Charles Van Dyke autobiography 1929 ead
	Date(s):	1929
	Abstract:	John Charles Van Dyke, 1956-1932, was an American author and educator; professor of history of art, Rutgers University. This collection includes a photocopy of an unpublished, holographic manuscript; the preface dates from October, 1929. This autobiography begins with Van Dyke's early impressions of Lincoln in 1861, and covers his worldwide travels and experiences, many of which were already related in his published books.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
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2551	Author:	Walker, Barbara Jean.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	The Blue Sky Press, Chicago, Illinois 1899-1974 ead
	Date(s):	1899-1974
	Abstract:	Photocopy of typescript seminar paper, concerning the history of Blue Sky Press. This press was founded in Chicago in 1899 by Thomas Wood Stevens, Alden Charles Noble, and Alfred G. Langworthy. It was in operation until 1907. Includes an annotated bibliography of publications issued by the press.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Small presses -- Illinois -- Chicago -- History -- 20th century.
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2552	Author:	Mead, Frank.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Mexico, May 1953: travel diary 1953 ead
	Date(s):	1953
	Abstract:	Original typescript of an automobile trip through Mexico in 1953, from El Paso to Mexico City and vicinity. Provides personal narratives and observations of landscapes, cities, hotel accommodations, and activities. Contains a few mounted postcards and magazine pictures.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Automobile travel -- Mexico.
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2553	Author:	Treadwell, Sophie, 1885-1970	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Sophie Treadwell papers1905-1969 (bulk 1905-1969) ead
	Date(s):	1905-1969
	Abstract:	Collection of typescript manuscripts, both published and unpublished; chiefly plays, but also novels, articles, stories, and television scripts. Several versions of each play are present. Also included is correspondence, copyrights, lectures, clippings, photographs of Treadwell, and travel diaries.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Theater -- United States -- 20th century -- Sources \| Actors -- Labor unions \| Authors, American -- 20th century -- Sources \| Manuscripts, American \| Drama -- 20th century -- Stories, plots, etc. -- Sources \| Women dramatists, American -- Sources \| Television plays, American -- Sources \| Actors -- United States -- Correspondence
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2554	Author:	Martin, George Castor, 1885-	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Who Were the Big Bend Basket-Makers? 1939 ead
	Date(s):	1939
	Abstract:	Typescript about the archaeology of early native peoples in the southwest region of Texas and across the border into Coahuila, Mexico. Martin describes a culture, also referred to as Toboso, that he has named the Big Bend Basket-Makers, because of similarities with the Basket Makers of Arizona and New Mexico. He discusses linguistic groups and migrations, as well as diagnostic traits related to skull shape, textiles, baskets, cloud-blowers, and projectile points. Photographs of a map and projectile points are attached.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Indians of Mexico -- Mexico -- Coahuila (State) -- Antiquities. \| Indians of North America -- Texas -- Antiquities. \| Projectile points -- Texas -- Photographs. \| Toboso Indians.
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2555	Author:		Add to Favorites
	Title:	Mining Reports on Claims in the Naica Mining District, Chihuahua, Mexico 1935-1937 ead
	Date(s):	1935-1937
	Abstract:	The Naica Extension Mine, formerly called the Felicidad, actually consists of 45 mining claims situated on the Naica Mountain in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. Reports to investors detailing activities at mines located in Chihuahua, Mexico; chiefly Naica Extension Mine. Mining engineer James V. Dignowity, along with William L. Heyl, wrote these work progress reports, 1935-1936. Small black-and-white photographs depict the area, mining operations, and workers. A map shows the mining claims of the Naica Mining District. Assay/smelting reports are from both the American Smelting and Refining Company, and the Compañia Metalúrgica Peñoles, S.A., 1936-1937.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Mines and mineral resources -- Mexico -- Chihuahua (State) -- History -- 20th century -- Sources.
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2556	Author:		Add to Favorites
	Title:	Formularium Medicamentorum 1777 ead
	Date(s):	1777
	Abstract:	Bound manuscript containing medical formulas and remedies used in the late 18th century.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Materia medica -- Mexico -- History -- 18th century -- Sources. \| Medicine -- Formulae, receipts, prescriptions. \| Medicine -- Mexico -- 15th-18th centuries.
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2557	Author:		Add to Favorites
	Title:	Ledger and tally book 1883 ead
	Date(s):	1883
	Abstract:	Bound ledger used for several different purposes; the last third of the book is blank. The first 29 pages contain financial entries for the grocery business of J.A. Lyons and Company in 1883. Incoming payments are registered, as are outgoing payments for store rent, office supplies, and the clerk's salary. Prices and quantities for groceries bought and sold are given.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Cattle brands -- Southwest, New -- History -- Sources. \| Cattle trade -- Southwest, New -- History -- Sources. \| Earmarks -- Southwest, New -- History -- Sources. \| Mercantile system -- United States -- History -- 19th century. \| Sheep industry -- New Mexico -- History -- Sources.
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2558	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Breve explicación de las Facultades concedidas por el Yllmõ. Señor á los Curas, y Vicarios de esta Diócesis: y resolución de las dificultades, que pueden ocurrir en la práctica, ca. 1725-1767 ead
	Date(s):	ca. 1725-1767
	Abstract:	Single manuscript that contains instructions to the priests and curates of the diocese, explaining in detail the faculties newly conferred on them by their bishop or archbishop.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Penance (Canon law) -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Marriage (Canon law) -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Faculties (Canon law) -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Catholic Church -- Mexico -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Jesuits -- Mexico -- Customs and practices -- Sources
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2559	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Inventory of the Casos reservados sinodales en la Diocesis de Mexico, y privilegios de los Indios en esta materia, ca. 18th century ead
	Date(s):	ca. 18th century
	Abstract:	Single manuscript concerning the definitions of "reserved cases;" that is, crimes or sins which would result in excommunication for Catholics.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Catholic Church -- Mexico -- Discipline -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Absolution (Canon law) -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Censures, Ecclesiastical -- History -- 18th century -- Sources \| Excommunication -- Catholic Church -- History -- 18th century -- Sources
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2560	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Acontecimientos notables, 1821-1822 ead
	Date(s):	1821-1822
	Abstract:	Two attached manuscripts, in two hands, that concern Mexican Emporer Agustín de Iturbide.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Mexico -- History -- 1821-1861 -- Sources \| Constitutional history -- Mexico -- Sources
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