Oliver J. Lee (1881-1964) Papers, 1930-1964

Creator: Lee, Oliver Justin, 1881-1964

Abstract:  The papers of Oliver J. Lee fill one half-size box. They consist of several biographical accounts, a small amount of correspondence, a poem, a tribute to his predecessor, Philip Fox, and reprints of his articles. ... Read More

Location/Repository: Northwestern University Archives

Series Identifier: 29/5

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Truman H. Safford (1836-1901) Papers, 1850-1871

Creator: Safford, Truman Henry, 1836-1901

Abstract:  Astronomer Truman Safford was the first director of the Dearborn Observatory (in its old location on the South Side of Chicago, before it was moved to Northwestern). The records consist mainly of notebooks in which he recorded observations, calculations and notes. Materials include Safford's teaching files from the Chicago University, astronomical observations, computations regarding celestial objects, extracts from astronomical catalogs and two manuscripts. One file contains biographical material. ... Read More

Location/Repository: Northwestern University Archives

Series Identifier: 29/4

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Philip Fox (1878 - 1944) Papers, 1904-1941

Creator: Fox, Philip, 1878-1944

Abstract:  The Philip Fox papers, comprising one box, include correspondence, astronomical notes and calculations, notes and drafts of publications, and lists compiled by Fox of outstanding scientists. The general correspondence covers the years from 1904 to 1941. Of interest are the four letters written in 1909 urging the purchase of the Simon Newcomb Library for the Astronomy Department at Northwestern. The standard equinox correspondence records Fox's interest in 1915 in establishing such a standard internationally. In 1923 there occurred a traditional “class fight” between the freshman and sophomore classes at Northwestern. Members of each class attempted to carry off students from the rival class. In the course of one such episode, a high speed automobile chase through Evanston and Wilmette ended tragically with the death of Louis Aubere, who had been riding on the running board of one of the cars. Fox was a member of the committee of which investigated the incident. His detailed notes, three reports, and a chart of the events are included in the papers. ... Read More

Location/Repository: Northwestern University Archives

Series Identifier: 29/3

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George Washington Hough (1836-1909) Papers, 1855-1909

Creator: Hough, G. W. (George Washington), 1836-1909

Abstract:  The George Washington Hough Papers, spanning the years 1855 to 1909, comprise seven boxes and five Gaylord oversize folders. They are arranged in seven subseries: diaries and notebooks; correspondence; teaching material; research material; lectures; manuscripts and drafts; and published works. Included are diaries Hough kept as a student, lecture notes, professional and personal correspondence, class books, graded student exams, observational records, drawings of and data pertaining to scientific instruments, handwritten lectures, handwritten drafts of reports and articles, and offprint of scientific articles. ... Read More

Location/Repository: Northwestern University Archives

Series Identifier: 29/1

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