One leaf from an alphabetical library catalog (Lu - Ly), ca. 1779? Digital
Scope and Contents
This manuscript document has been dated to 1779 by one source, 1785 by another, and 1790 by another. It is believed to be the sole remaining page of a library catalog copied by Phillips Payson.
Dates
- Creation: ca. 1779?
Researcher Access
The Early Catalogs and Shelflists of the Harvard College Library are open for research.
Extent
4.77 cubic feet (1.5 legal document boxes, 5 flat boxes, 16 volumes and 1 microfilm box)Former call number
Formerly classified as UAIII 50.15.37 One leaf from an alphabetical library catalog, Lu - Ly
Creator
- From the Collection: Harvard College Library (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
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