David Breck Morris papers, 1961-1993

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Morris, David Breck
Title
David Breck Morris papers
Dates
1961-1993 (inclusive)
Quantity
1.75 linear feet
Collection Number
ACCN 2205
Summary
The David Breck Morris papers (1961-1993) consist mainly of speeches, articles, and essays, most of them written by Morris, in association with Kennecott Copper Corporation and the subject of applied physics. Morris received a B.S. in Physics from the University of Utah in 1960. He served as a physicist in the U.S. Coast Guard and later worked for Kennecott Copper Corp., where he served in various capacities, including senior systems analyst, senior computer programmer, and manager of market research.
Repository
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

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

David Breck Morris (1938-2004) received a B.S. degree in Physics from the University of Utah in 1960. He served as a physicist in the United States Coast Guard and later worked for Kennecott Copper Corp. where he served in various capacities, including senior systems analyst, senior computer programmer, and manager of market research. He wrote many articles and essays while working at Kennecott, and also wrote many of the speeches for then president, G. Frank Joklik.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The David Breck Morris papers (1961-1993) consist mainly of speeches, articles, and essays, most of them written by Morris, in association with Kennecott Copper Corporation and the subject of applied physics. The collection also contains some information from Morris's military service, as well as information on Kennecott's history and mineral production.

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

Initial Citation: David Breck Morris papers, ACCN 2205, Box [ ]. Special Collections and Archives. University of Utah, J. Willard Marriott. Salt Lake City, Utah.

Following Citations: ACCN 2205.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Separated Materials

Photographs were transferred to the Multimedia Division of Special Collections (P1228).

Related Materials

See also the Kennecott Copper Corporation, Utah Copper Division records (ACCN 1440) located in the Manuscripts Division of Special Collections.

Processing Note

Processed by Lisa DeMille in 2005.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Personal papers and WritingsReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 1
Personal papers
 circa 1960s
1 2
Military Field Testing and Development Unit, Correspondence and Writings
 1962
1 3
Paul I. Eimon and David B. Morris, "Computer-Oriented Data Storage and Retrieval Systems in Mineral Exploration"
 1967-1969
1 4
David B. Morris, "Digging Out"
 1993
1 5
David B. Morris and Robert A. Sultzbach, "Gravity Data Reduction and Interpretation Using a Digital Computer"
 1965-1968
1 6
David B. Morris, "Gravity Profile Calculations"
1 7
R. K. Davey and David B. Morris, "The Evolution of Utah Copper"
 1991
1 8
David Nebeker and David B. Morris, "Fastpath User's Manual"
 1971-1974
1 9
David B. Morris and L. S. Salmon, "Sulfur Dioxide Emission Limits for Hayden Copper Smelters"
1 10
P. H. Nelson and David B. Morrris, "Theoretical Response of a Time-Domain, Airborne, Electromagnetic System"
 1968-1969

Kennecott Materials, Addresses by G. Frank JoklikReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
2 1
Alaska State Chamber of Commerce Address
 1992
2 2
"Balancing World-class Mineral Develpment with Environmental Concerns"
 1989
2 3
Bingham Canyon Visitors Center Dedication Address
 1992
2 4
Catholic Community Services Awards Banquet Address
 1990
2 5
CDA (Copper Development Association) Meeting Addresses
 1985-1986
2 6
"The Challenge of Better Times in the Metal Mining Industry"
 1991
2 7
"Challenges for the Mining Industry in the 1990s"
 1990
2 8
"Cost Reduction at Bingham Canyon"
 1987
2 9
Greens Creek Mining Co. Address
 1989
2 10
"An Industry View of the Future of the Minerals Industry"
 1993
2 11
"Investment in Mexican Mining"
 1991
2 12
John A. Knebel Introductory Address
 1986
2 13
Kennecott Bargaining Committee Address
 1986
2 14
Kennecott Modernization Project Address
 1988
2 15
Kennecott Scholars Addresses
 1991-1992
2 16
"Kennecott Today"
 1991
2 17
"Kennecott's Program to Enhance Competitiveness"
 1986
2 18
"Minerals, Technology, and the Environment"
 1991
2 19
Mining and Natural Resources Subcommittee Addresss
 1985
2 20
Mining Hall of Fame Address
 1991
2 21
National Drilling Federation Address
 1986
2 22
"The New Look at Kennecott"
 1987
2 23
Northwest Mining Association CEO Address
 1989
2 24
"The Opportunities Ahead"
 1989
2 25
"Outlook for the U.S. Mining Industry"
 1989
2 26
Press Presentation Address
 1990
2 27
Prime Minister Namaliu Address
 1990
2 28
"The Renaissance of Kennecott"
 1987
2 29
"Renewal of a Historic Copper Co."
 1988
2 30
Ridgeway Mining Co. Address
 1989
2 31
RTZ (Rio Tinto Zinc) Mining Conference Addresses
 1991
2 32
Security Analysts Address
 1990
2 33
Senator Garn Dinner Address
 1992
2 34
"Smarter Capital Spending"
 1988
2 35
"Trends in U.S. Productivity"
 1993
2 36
Utah AIME (American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers) Student Night Address
 1988
2 37
Utah Copper Division Unions Addresses
 1987-1990
2 38
"Utah Night in London"
 1991
2 39
World Economic Development Congress Address
 1992

Kennecott Materials, Addresses and WritingsReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
3 1-2
B. E. Cooper, "Kennecott" and "Western Coal Mining"
 1993
3 3
"Introduction to Kennecott"
 1990
3 4
"Kennecott: From the Brink of Extinction to Industry Leadership"
 1992
3 5
"Kennecott's Perspective"
 1983
3 6
R. Thayne Robson and Boyd L. Fjeldsted, "Kennecott Corporation and the Utah Economy"
 1991-1992
3 7
C. K. Vance, "Copper Mining In New Mexico"
 1986
3 8
J. B. Winter, Western Governors Conference Address
 1986

Kennecott Materials, Subject FilesReturn to Top

This box contains articles, writings, statistics, notes, and correspondence.

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
4 1
Articles and Reports
 1961-1988
4 2
Canberra Symposium
 1987
4 3
Construction and Building Wire
 1980s
4 4
Copper and Electricity
 1983
4 5
Copper Forecasting
 1970-1987
4 6
Copper Price
 1985
4 7
Environmental Protection Agency
 1980, 1985
4 8
Interior Committee
 1984-1986
4 9
Kennecott History
4 10
Thermodynamics and Geochemistry
 1968-1971
4 11
Miscellaneous

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Physics--Research--Utah

Personal Names

  • Morris, David Breck--Archives

Corporate Names

  • Kennecott Copper Corporation

Form or Genre Terms

  • Articles
  • Essays
  • Speeches

Finding aid created by Lisa DeMille
2005 (last modified: 2019)

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