James Purdy Papers
c.00015

Summary Information

Repository
Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
Creator
Purdy, James
Title
James Purdy papers
ID
c.00015
Date [inclusive]
1895-1896
Extent
0.1 Cubic feet , 1 folder
Language
English

Preferred Citation

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: "Item title, Collection title, Collection Identifier, Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections, East Lansing,Michigan".

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This collection consists of a handwritten monograph and a letter relating to the history of the passenger pigeon in Michigan. Techniques for their capture are described in detail, and observations are made as to their disposal and market value.

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Administrative Information

Publication Information

Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections January 1965

Conrad Hall
888 Wilson Road, Room 101
East Lansing , MI, 48824
517-355-2330
archives@msu.edu

Revision Description

  February 2000

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Legal Status

Copyright: Michigan State University Property Rights: Michigan State University

Conditions Governing Use

Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.

Custodial History

Gift of H.O. Edison, 1957-04-30. Transferred by Michigan State University Museum

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Controlled Access Headings

Personal Name(s)

  • Edison, H. O.

Subject(s)

  • Bird trapping
  • Extinct birds -- Michigan
  • Passenger pigeon

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Collection Inventory

Folder

Papers 1895, 1896 

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