Firsts Reference collection, 1906-ongoing
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Summary
- Creator:
- Duke University. University Archives
- Abstract:
- The Firsts Reference Collection contains files of notes and clippings documenting first instances in a variety of areas. This collection was compiled from a variety of sources by the University Archives for use in reference and research.
- Extent:
- 0.5 Linear Feet
approx. 200 Items - Language:
- Material in English
- Collection ID:
- UA.01.11.0073
- University Archives Record Group:
- 01 -- General Information and University History
01 -- General Information and University History > 11 -- Reference Collections
Background
- Scope and content:
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The Firsts Reference Collection contains materials pertaining to the first instances of notable happenings in areas such as sports, employment, degrees awarded, and similar subjects.
- Acquisition information:
- The Firsts Reference Collection was compiled by the University Archives for use in reference and research.
- Processing information:
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Processed by Thomas Harkins, August 2009
Encoded by Kimberly Sims, August 2010
- Physical location:
- For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
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- Restrictions:
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Collection is open for research.
- Terms of access:
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Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.
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- Preferred citation:
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[Identification of item], Firsts Reference Collection, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.