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Maurice Warshaw papers, 1942-1981
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Warshaw, Maurice, 1898-1979
- Title
- Maurice Warshaw papers
- Dates
- 1942-1981 (inclusive)19421981
- Quantity
- 4 linear feet, (1 oversize box and 3 oversize folders)
- Collection Number
- ACCN 2717
- Summary
- The Maurice Warshaw papers (1942-1981) consist of art prints sent to Warshaw, a letter written by Maurice's older brother, Phillip Warshaw, and a scrapbook consisting of news clippings.
- Repository
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University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library
University of Utah
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City, UT
84112-0860
Telephone: 8015818863
special@library.utah.edu - Access Restrictions
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Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.
- Languages
- English
Biographical NoteReturn to Top
Maurice Warshaw (1898-1979) was originally born in Ukraine under the name Samuel Warshawsky. Upon arrival to America, Warshaw was renamed "Maurice" after it's resemblance to the nickname "Mieche." Warshaw is best known for his success in Salt Lake City, Utah where he flourished as a businessman and humanitarian. He was the founder of Grand Central Inc. A bust of Warsaw created by Avard Fairbanks holds a place at the Utah State Capitol.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Maurice Warshaw papers consist of art prints sent to Warshaw, a letter written by Maurice's older brother, Phillip Warshaw, and a scrapbook consisting of news clippings.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library's Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.
Preferred Citation
Collection Name, Collection Number, Box Number, Folder Number. Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library, The University of Utah.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| oversize-box | ||
| 1 | News clippings scrapbook
This box also contains a convocation address titled, "You Can Make a Difference" delivered to the graduates of the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Utah in 1970.
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1942-1981 |
| map-case-folder | ||
| 1 | My Sixty Years in the USA, Phillip Warshaw | |
| 2 | Letter from Joseph Bransten (M.J.B. co.) | 1950 |
| 3 | Treasures from India, print copies | 1950 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Businessmen--Utah--Salt Lake City--Archives
- Jewish archives--Utah--Salt Lake City
- Jewish businesspeople--Utah--Salt Lake City--Archives
- Ukrainians--Utah--Salt Lake City--Archives
Personal Names
- Warshaw, Maurice, 1898-1979--Archives
Form or Genre Terms
- Albums (Books)
- Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
- Personal correspondence
- Prints
- Scrapbooks
Finding aid created by Esabelle Khaosanga and Betsey Welland
2016 (last modified: 2019)
