Series I. George F. Baker Sr. papers, 1851-1954
Scope and Contents
This series contains the papers of George F. Baker, Sr and is divided into seven subseries. The subseries include personal papers, Pujo committee records, death and estate records, biography material, First National Bank of New York records, visual materials and objects. The material consists of personal and professional correspondence with family, politicians and business associates; scrap books and newspaper clippings pertaining to Baker's death and estate; his testimony in front of the Pujo Committee; records, correspondence and material related to George F. Baker's role with the First National Bank of New York; and material related to a biography written by Albert Paine.
Dates
- Creation: 1768-2011
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Materials stored onsite. Please contact specialcollectionsref@hbs.edu for more information.
Restricted material has been identified and separated. Note that box and folder lists of restricted material have been redacted.
Extent
50 linear feet (90 volumes, 53 boxes, 2 cartons, 2 paintings, 1 wood chest)Physical Location
MANU
Creator
- From the Collection: Baker, George F. (George Fisher) (Person)
- From the Collection: Baker family (Family)
Repository Details
Part of the Baker Library Special Collections and Archives, Harvard Business School Repository
Baker Library Special Collections and Archives holds unique resources that focus on the evolution of business and industry, as well as the records of the Harvard Business School, documenting the institution's development over the last century. These rich and varied collections support research in a diverse range of fields such as business, economic, social and cultural history as well as the history of science and technology.
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