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Subject Correspondence, 1900 - 1970, bulk: 1928 - 1964

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 2, Series 2, Sub-Series 3

Scope and Contents

The Subject Correspondence sub-series contains letters organized topically by Miessner, and which don’t relate to his work as an inventor. Subjects include Miessner’s letters to the editor of, and attempts to publish articles in, various periodicals, including Electronics, Piano Trade Magazine, and Radio-Electronics; lectures that Miessner gave at various institutions, including a presentation on creativity at Rutgers University; the role of inventors and inventions in America; and his involvement with various organizations, including the Institute of Radio Engineers (IRE), Veteran Wireless Operators Association, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

Dates

  • Creation: 1900 - 1970
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1928 - 1964

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Series:

Letters are primarily in English. German, Spanish, and Swedish are also present.

Access Information

The collection is open for research.

Extent

3.552 Cubic Feet (Two cubic foot boxes, 47 folders, and seven flat folders)