Laurence Ira Moss papers, 1958-1981
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Moss, Laurence Ira
- Title
- Laurence Ira Moss papers
- Dates
- 1958-1981 (inclusive)19581981
- Quantity
- 37.00 cubic feet (83 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 10624
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Moss (1935-1999) began working as a nuclear engineer for Rockwell Corporation in 1958, where he examined problems of nuclear reactor design and safety. From 1968-1968 Moss was a White House fellow in the Department of Transportation and studied auto emissions. He served on the Board of Directors of the Sierra Club from 1968-1974 and was president during his final year. Moss was active with other environmental groups and helped to found the Coalition to Tax Pollution in 1971.
Content Description
Collection contains materials relating to Moss' personal life including consulting work for the Sierra Club, professional work as a nuclear scientist, and as a White House fellow.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Description: Link to Accessioning Worksheet (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Conservation of natural resources -- United States.
- Energy conservation.
- Nuclear engergy.
Corporate Names
- Rockwell Corporation.
- Sierra Club.
