Thompson's vertical tubular steam boiler papers, 1845-1851
Scope and Contents
Correspondence, agreements, and legal documents related to James Montgomery's patent on the vertical tubular steam boiler used to power steam boats or sea steamers. Edward Knight Collins had infringed on the patent.
Dates
- Creation: 1845-1851
Creator
- Collins, Edward Knight, 1802-1878 (Person)
Language of Materials
Materialy entirely in English.
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Materials stored onsite. Please contact for more information regarding access procedures.
Extent
.5 linear feet (7 folders)Physical Location
MANU
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Charles H. Taylor.
Creator
- Collins, Edward Knight, 1802-1878 (Person)
- Montgomery, James, 1792-1880 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Baker Library Special Collections and Archives, Harvard Business School Repository
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