University of Washington Pulp Mill Research Project records, 1946-1951

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Washington. Pulp Mill Research Project
Title
University of Washington Pulp Mill Research Project records
Dates
1946-1951 (inclusive)
Quantity
.21 cubic feet (1 box)
Collection Number
UW Resource No. 07747 (Accession No. 78-052)
Summary
Records of a UW Project designed to resolve pollution problems created by Pupl Mills.
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

In 1944, Henry K. Benson, Head of the UW Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Departments, established the Pulp Mills Research Project under the direction of Chemical Engineering Professor Joseph L. McCarthy. Financial support came from about 20 of the region's pulp and paper mills. Pollution entering the rivers from these mills was severe and they were facing the possibility of being shut down. The new research project was intended to find solutions to the pollution problem. Results of the studies were published in over 100 scientific papers and presentations.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Committee minutes and reports

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Public Records (Use unrestricted when access is granted)

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Personal Names

  • Benson, Henry Kreitzer, 1877-1954
  • McCarthy, Joseph LePage, 1913-

Corporate Names

  • University of Washington. Pulp Mill Research Project --Archives

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names
    • University of Washington. University Archives