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James Purdy papers

 Collection
Identifier: c-00015

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This collection consists of a handwritten monograph and a letter relating to the history of the passenger pigeon in Michigan. Techniques for their capture are described in detail, and observations are made as to their disposal and market value.

Dates

  • Creation: 1895 - 1896

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.

Extent

0.1 Cubic Feet (, 1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

Gift of H.O. Edison, 1957-04-30. Transferred by Michigan State University Museum

Legal Status

Copyright: Donor(s) have transferred any applicable copyright to Michigan State University but the collection may contain third-party materials for which copyright was not transferred. Copyright restrictions may apply.

Property Rights: Michigan State University

Title
James Purdy Papers
Status
4 Published And Cataloged
Date
January 1965
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives and Historical Collections Repository

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