Archives West Finding Aid
Table of Contents
- Overview of the Collection
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Historical Note
- Content Description
- Use of the Collection
- Administrative Information
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Detailed Description of the Collection
- Accession No. 95-339: University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1946-1947
- Accession No. 95-344: University of Washington Philosophy Library records, undated
- Accession No. 96-060: University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1966-1995
- Accession No. 03-024: Records of the University of Washington Philosophy Library, 1989-1996
- Accession No. 16-041: University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1954-1990
- Names and Subjects
University of Washington Philosophy Library records, 1946-1996
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- University of Washington. Philosophy Library
- Title
- University of Washington Philosophy Library records
- Dates
- 1946-1996 (inclusive)19461996
- Quantity
- 16.95 cubic feet (22 boxes)
- Collection Number
- UW Resource No. 07287
- Summary
- Lecture notes, card catalog, shelflist and inactive cards, records of the philosophy library arranged in subject files, annual reports, floor plans, architectural drawings, correspondence. Includes correspondence concerning the closing of the Philosophy Library in Savery Hall and issues and discussions related to the consolidation of the physical collection and public services within the University of Washington Libraries in 1995.
- Repository
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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
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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.
Some material stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The Philosophy Library was established on October 6th, 1947, and was located on the first floor of Savery Hall. The original library collection was built around 650 books from Professor Savery's private library, together with 250 books on permanent loan from the main library. Friends and colleagues of Professor Savery donated an additional 150 books to support the establishment of the Philosophy Library. Claire A. Marston was the first head of the Philosophy Library and volunteers staffed the library for half of the hours of operations. The Philosophy Library was closed and the materials incorporated into the Suzzallo/Allen Library in 1995.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Lecture notes, card catalog and shelf list, annual reports, floor plans, correspondence (particularly concerning the closure of the Philosophy Library), and other records of the Philosophy Library.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Arrangement
Organized into 5 accessions.
- Accession No. 95-339, University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1946-1947.
- Accession No. 95-344, University of Washington Philosophy Library records, undated.
- Accession No. 96-060, University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1966-1995.
- Accession No. 03-024, Records of the University of Washington Philosophy Library, 1989-1996
- Accession No. 16-041, University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1954-1990
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Accession No. 95-339: University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1946-1947Return to Top
Scope and Content: Lecture notes on philosophical psychology by Ludwig Wittgenstein; 1946-1947.
Restrictions on Access: 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.
Restrictions on Use: Public Records (use unrestricted when access is granted)
Acquisition Info: Jerry Anderson, Philosophy Library, August 29, 1995
Accession No. 95-344: University of Washington Philosophy Library records, undatedReturn to Top
Scope and Content: Card catalog, shelf list and inactive cards; n.d.
Restrictions on Access: 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.
Restrictions on Use: Public Records (use unrestricted when access is granted)
Acquisition Info: A. Gerald Anderson, August 30, 1995
Accession No. 96-060: University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1966-1995Return to Top
Scope and Content: Records of the Philosophy Library arranged in subject files; includes annual reports (ca. 1966-1992), floor plans, architectural drawings, Philosophy Library history, correspondence regarding the Savery Hough Gift (1968), and statistics; 1966-1995.
Restrictions on Access: 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.
Restrictions on Use: Public Records (use unrestricted when access is granted)
Acquisition Info: A. Gerald Anderson, August 30, 1995
Accession No. 03-024: Records of the University of Washington Philosophy Library, 1989-1996Return to Top
Scope and Content: Planning files, annual reports, subject files.
Includes correspondence concerning the closing of the Philosophy Library in Savery Hall and issues and discussions related to the consolidation of the physical collection and public services within the University of Washington Libraries in 1995.
Acquisition Info: Received from the Reference and Research Services Division, July 30, 2002.
Processing Info: Unprocessed.
Restrictions on Access: Files in Box 2 contain confidential materials related to job applications and donor information and are restricted as indicated in the inventory.
Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Accession | ||
| 1 | 03-024 | Annual
Reports |
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| Box | Accession | ||
| 1 | 03-024 | Annual Reports |
1991-1995 |
| 1 | 03-024 | Annual Report
1994-1995 |
1994 |
| 1 | 03-024 | Philosophy - Annual Report
1993-1994 |
1995 |
| 1 | 03-024 | Planning
Files |
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| Box | Accession | ||
| 1 | 03-024 | Philosophy Working Group -
Consolidation |
1994-1995 |
| 1 | 03-024 | Consolidation Issues -
Philosophy Library |
1994-1995 |
| 2 | 03-024 | Consolidation -
Complaints |
1994 |
| 2 | 03-024 | Subject Files |
|
| Box | Accession | ||
| 2 | 03-024 | Facilities Plan - UW
Libraries |
1992 |
| 2 | 03-024 | Savery Book
Donations
Restrictions on Access:
Restricted.
|
1989-1996 |
| 2 | 03-024 | Job Description - Head,
Philosophy Library
Restrictions on Access:
Restricted.
|
1989-1994 |
Accession No. 16-041: University of Washington, Philosophy Library records, 1954-1990Return to Top
Scope and Content: Materials related to the proposed closures of the Philosophy Library in the 1960s, the 1970s, and in 1990. Includes correspondence regarding the proposed closures, department and university space needs, and the ultimate decision not to close the library; letters of support for the library from University of Washington faculty and students, as well as faculty at other institutions; and newspaper articles covering the proposed closure. Also included are records related to the library's holdings, budget, and personnel.
Restrictions on Access: Public Records (Public disclosure laws may restrict access to some records)
Restrictions on Use: Public Records (Use is unrestricted after access has been granted)
Acquisition Info: Beverly Wessel, 2006-11-08
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Philosophy libraries--Washington (State)
- Philosophy--Study and teaching (Higher)
Personal Names
- Savery, William, 1875---Library
Corporate Names
- University of Washington. Libraries. Philosophy Library--Archives
Form or Genre Terms
- Annual reports
- Business correspondence
- Library catalogs
- Records (Documents)
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Savery, William, 1875- (former owner)
- Wittgenstein, Ludwig, 1889-1951, (associated name)
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)
