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Bier American Civil War Letters (SC-205)
Collection
Identifier: SC-205
Scope and Contents
Collection contains photocopies of a ballad and letters relating to the American Civil War, written by Jacob Bier to his wife, Nancy.
Dates:
1860s
Found in:
Special Collections
Irvin G. Bieser Sr. Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS-232
Abstract
Papers reflect the civic involvements of Bieser, a Dayton attorney. Included are materials from several organizations including the Dayton Research Association, the Dayton Peace Council, the Dayton Chamber of Commerce, the Dayton Draft Board (1940-1946), the Public Library Advisory Committee, and Dayton City Improvement.
Dates:
1934-1961
Found in:
Special Collections
Wilbur F. H. Bigelow, Sr., Dayton Wright Company Collection (SC-347)
Collection
Identifier: SC-347
Scope and Contents
Wilbur F. H. Bigelow, Sr., was a foreman in the Mill department of Dayton-Wright Airplane Company factory at Moraine (Plant 1), during World War I. The collection consists primarily of 28 photographs, most of which relate to Bigelow’s work at the factory, including DH-4 aircraft, employees and factory scenes, air demonstration shows, and aerial photographs captured during a test flight. Photos unrelated to Dayton-Wright Airplane include: one photo depicts the Wright Brothers’ Homecoming in...
Dates:
1909-1941; Majority of material found within 1917-1919
Found in:
Special Collections
Vic Bilek Aviation Research Collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-514
Abstract
The collection contains research notes, including newspaper and journal articles, handwritten notes, drawings, and photographs. The photos and notebook are predominantly Curtiss aircraft.
Dates:
1920-1950
Found in:
Special Collections
Bill's World War II Aviation Scrapbook (MS-678)
Collection
Identifier: MS-678
Abstract
The scrapbook contains approximately 62 original photographs depicting the Lincoln Airplane and Flying School in Lincoln, Nebraska; the Fairchild factory at Hagerstown, Maryland; as well as scenes at Niagara Falls and Dayton, Ohio. Also included are several clippings from The Philadelphia Inquirer's U.S. Warplane Series (Nos. 7-24).
Dates:
1939-1941
Found in:
Special Collections
Bimel Buggy Company Records
Collection
Identifier: MS-35
Abstract
Records consist of one book of minutes and one plant appraisal and inventory volume from the Bimel Buggy Company started by Lorenzo Bimel in Sidney, Ohio in 1854.
Dates:
1905-1916
Found in:
Special Collections
Juliet Stroh Blanchard Collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-340
Abstract
The manuscript collection of Juliet Blanchard is a bountiful resource of primary materials for research relating to the social, educational, and philanthropic activities of a woman who made a significant contribution to Dayton and to the state of Ohio during the mid-20th century. Her collection is of special interest in the field of Women's Studies as Blanchard challenged the boundaries of traditional homemaking. The collection also provides some insight on the activities of the...
Dates:
1902-1996
Found in:
Special Collections
W.J. Blanchard, Aeroproducts Inc. Collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-305
Abstract
W. J. Blanchard, an inventor and respected Dayton businessman, co-founded Engineering Products, Inc. in 1935. The company was the first to develop a new propeller known as the "aeroprop". In 1940, General Motors Corporation purchased Engineering Products, renamed it Aeroproducts, and instilled Blanchard as its first General Manager. The collection consists of administrative records, engineering blueprints, aviation handbooks, and personal materials.
Dates:
1925-1960
Found in:
Special Collections
Dixie Blandy Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS-80
Abstract
Papers document the life of Dayton flagpole sitter, Dixie Blandy. The bulk of the materials is comprised of newspaper clippings, photographs, advertisements, and promotional materials.
Dates:
1940-1973
Found in:
Special Collections
Lovetta R. Blanke Collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-472
Abstract
Lovetta R. (Dixon) Blanke (1919-2012), RN, B.S., M.A., was a school nurse, public health nurse, nurse educator, Dayton philanthropist, patron of the arts, and advocate for the profession of nursing. She advocated for children's health, health education, and other issues relevant to school nurses, such as school nurse certification. In 2008, she was named Outstanding Philanthropist by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Dayton Region Chapter. This collection documents Mrs....
Dates:
1934 - 2012
Found in:
Special Collections
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- General Motors Corporation. Delco Products Division 4
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- Ohio. General Assembly. House of Representatives 4
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