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MSS. Manuscript Collections

 Record Group
Identifier: MSS

Found in 1867 Collections and/or Records:

Christopher C. Kraft Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1985-001
Abstract

The Christopher C. Kraft Papers consists of approximately 28 cu. ft. of manuscripts, particularly NACA and NASA reports and documents, meeting notes and agendas, and research materials. A later donation contains the manuscript for 2001 Kraft's autobiography. Kraft (1924-2019) graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech) in 1944 and went on to become NASA's first flight director and the director of the Johnson Space Center.

Dates: 1941 - 1998; Majority of material found within 1941 - 1982

Carl George Krieger Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1982-013
Abstract

The Carl George Krieger Papers contain correspondence, speeches, notebooks, photographs, recordings, and clippings relating to the areas of agriculture, gas, oil, tractors, air and water pollution, waste treatment, and public relations.

Dates: 1930 - 1968

Kron Botanical Cards

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1995-022
Abstract

Reproductions of eight botanical illustrations of wildflower specimens found near the Yadkin River in North Carolina, painted in the 19th century by Adelaide and Elizabeth Kron and reprinted as stationery cards by the Albemarle [North Carolina] Council of Garden Clubs and the Kron Trust.

Dates: 1985

Eva Kruger Architectural Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2000-098
Abstract

The Eva Kruger Architectural Collection consists of biographical information, postcards, watercolor photographs, and architectural drawings for projects mostly in Germany.

Dates: 1950 - 1965

William J. Lacey Diary

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2011-115
Abstract

The collection consists of the diary of William J. Lacey, a private with Company C, 11th Regiment, Mississippi Infantry. Entries in the diary are scattered and range from simple notes about the weather and letter writing to Lacey's experiences at First Manassas/Battle of Bull Run, and most date from 1861.

Dates: 1861 - 1863

LactAid, Inc., Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2011-008
Abstract

The collection contains a promotional folder from LactAid, Inc., including information on products and samples.

Dates: 1984, n.d.

Ladies Monumental Association [Columbus, Mississippi] Receipt,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2013-045
Abstract

The collection consists of a receipt for the Ladies Monumental Association in Columbus, Mississippi, for the purchase of oysters, ice, and express freight of the order. The purchase totalled $36.40 and is signed by the supplier, Henry Zorn.

Dates: 1873 - 1873

Mrs. W. D. Lake Handwritten Recipe Book

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2022-051
Abstract

This collection includes a handwritten recipe book from around 1910, possibly belonging to Mrs. W. D. Lake of Illinois. The book includes many pages of different types of recipes, such as baked goods, meats, vegetables, desserts, sauces, and more.

Dates: ca. 1910

Marie-Louise Laleyan Architectural Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2013-090
Abstract

Marie-Louise Laleyan (1935-2014) was a San Francisco based architect with 48 years of experience including 30 years as principal of Laleyan Architects (1977-2007). The collection contains architectural drawings, specifications, construction files, and photographs relating to projects undertaken by Marie-Louise Laleyan (1977-2007) and Laleyan Architects (1972-1977). Photographic record of her U.S. employment (1965-1972) is also present.

Dates: 1961 - 2007

Eustis A. Lancaster Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1971-003
Abstract

The Eustis A. Lancaster Papers comprises a handmade scrapbook containing pictures of VPI scenes and campus buildings, ca. 1900. 

Dates: 1900