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Richard Charles Boys papers, 1942-1964

1 linear foot

Professor of English at the University of Michigan. Correspondence concerning his work at the University of Michigan; letters from former students describing their World War II experiences; and papers concerning his organizational and University activities.

The collection is arranged into two series: Correspondence and Topical and University Activities. The correspondence includes a file of letters from former students describing their World War II experiences. There is also a subseries of professional correspondence from 1947 to 1964. This subseries is arranged alphabetically and includes letters from such personages as Langston Hughes, Victor G. Reuther, Elmer Rice, and William W. Whitehouse. The Topical and University Activities subseries relates to Boys varied interests, such as the Art Cinema League, the Faculty Club, and the American Association of University Professors.

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Roy William Cowden papers, 1924-1960

1 linear foot

Professor of English and first director of the Avery Hopwood Awards for writing at the University of Michigan. Correspondence, largely with students; manuscripts of writings; notes and class materials.

The collection consists of correspondence mainly with students and from the period of 1953 to 1955. In addition, there a series of his various writings, some teaching materials, and a speech.

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Warner G. Rice papers, 1916-1995 (majority within 1924-1970)

2.5 linear feet

Professor of English at the University of Michigan and director of the University Library; correspondence with colleagues, writings and lectures, organization files.

This collection includes family correspondence; files pertaining to Historica Critica, organization established to study, record, and celebrate the history of the University of Michigan; honors and awards; correspondence with colleagues and other educational institutions; and writings and lectures. The collection includes materials relating to the Katholepistemiad Club, a University of Michigan faculty club.