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James B. Russell papers, 1936-1983
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Russell, James B. (James Burton), 1918-1983
- Title
- James B. Russell papers
- Dates
- 1936-1983 (inclusive)19361983
- Quantity
- 0.25 linear feet, (1 box.)
- Collection Number
- Cage.904
- Summary
- This collection consists of papers related to James Russell and his work as a metallurgist during World War II and afterwards.
- Repository
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Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu - Access Restrictions
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This collection is open and available for research use.
- Languages
- English
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
This collection consists of papers related to James Russell's life and his work for the United States Navy and afterwards. It includes reports authored by Russell as well as personal papers (military records, marriage license, and other documents).
Historical NoteReturn to Top
James Burton Russell (1918-1983) was born in Tacoma, Washington and graduated from Stadium High School before attending Washington State College. After graduating, Russell served in the United States Navy from 1941 to 1946 where he worked for the Naval Research Laboratory. His work eventually led to a patent which is included in this collection. Following the war, Russell moved to Davenport, Iowa where he lived and worked until his death in 1983.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright restrictions apply.
Preferred Citation
[item description]; James B. Russell Papers, 1936-1983; Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, Washington State University Libraries; Pullman, WA.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Processing Note
James Feller processed this collection in 2018.
Acquisition Information
Florence Moyer of St. Luke's Episcopal Church (Tacoma, WA) came into the possession of these papers following Russell's death in 1983, and donated them to the Washington State University Libraries in 1999 (MS.1999.42).
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 1 | Vital records documents. | 1918-1983 |
| 1 | 2 | High school and college diplomas. | 1936-1942 |
| 1 | 3 | Awards and commendations | 1946-1983 |
| 1 | 4 | Reports authored by James Russell, and patent. | 1946-1959 |
| 1 | 5 | Unidentified photographs. | circa 1920s |
| 1 | 6 | Scrapbook: contents (housed separately from cover). | undated |
| 1 | 7 | Scrapbook: cover (aluminum sheet metal). | undated |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
James Feller
07-02-2018
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