Leverett S. Lyon papers, 1903-1965
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Lyon, Leverett S. (Leverett Samuel), 1885-1959.
- Title
- Leverett S. Lyon papers
- Dates
- 1903-1965 (inclusive)19031965
- Quantity
- 2.80 cubic feet (5 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 04034
- 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
Leverett Samuel Lyon (1885-1959) was a lawyer, economist and business executive. From 1916-1929 he taught economics at several universities, including the University of Chicago, Washington University and the Robert Brookings Graduate School of Economics and Government. He joined the Brookings Institutution in 1929 and was its executive vice-president from 1932-1939. Lyon was chief executive officer of the Chicago Association of Commerce and Industry from 1939-1954, served on the Chicago Home Rule Commission from 1953-1955 and was active in various regional and national associations.
Content Description
Collection includes correspondence (1926-1959); speeches; newspaper clippings; scrapbooks (1903-1965); materials related to the Chicago Association of Commerce and Industry; photographs; articles by Lyon; and miscellaneous other materials.
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
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Boards of trade -- Illinois -- Chicago.
- Economics -- Study and teaching.
- Metropolitan government -- Illinois.
- Municipal government -- Illinois -- Chicago.
- Municipal home rule -- Illinois -- Chicago.
Corporate Names
- Chicago (Ill.). Home Rule Commission.
- Chicago Association of Commerce and Industry.
- Northeastern Illinois Metropolitan Area Local Governmental Service Commission.
Form or Genre Terms
- Photographs.
- Scrapbooks.
Occupations
- Economists.
