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Series 6: Business Schools and Penmanship Instruction, 1852-1911

 Series

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Scope and Contents note

Includes information about business schools around the country, many of which were founded by members of the Spencer family. There is also information about other business schools and the work of other penmen. In addition, included is information on Spencer’s Log Seminary, instructional tools such as copy books, copy slips, writing cards, and penmanship charts.

Dates

  • Creation: 1852-1911

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The Platt R. Spencer papers are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III).

Arrangement note

Arranged alphabetically by name of subject.

Repository Details

Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository

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