Manuscripts

Consulting

Description: This series includes all of the work Morris did under contract to non-employers. He was a licensed Civil Engineer who had extensive experience in water problems, power applications, and the construction of high dams. Throughout his working life, Morris simultaneously worked for his employers as well as engaging in a variety of consulting work.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1930-1962
Call number: mssMorris, Samuel papers
Creator: Morris, Samuel B (1890-1962)(Opens in new tab)
Provenance: Gift of John Morris, 1993-1999.
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Rights: The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining permission rests with the researcher.
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