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Series 3: NLM Administration, 1956-1982

 Series

Scope and Contents

This series comprises Cummings' operational files, including correspondence, meeting notes and agendas, reports, briefings, and publications filed by library administrative unit. Of special interest is the Board of Regents sub-sub-series, which documents the library's development and policy decisions during Cummings' administration. In addition, other materials of interest include the Lister Hill Center for Biomedical Communication, MEDLARS, and National Medical Audio-Visual Center which record the development and transitions of these administrative units. This sub-series is arranged alphabetically.

Dates

  • Creation: 1956-1982

Scope and Contents

This series comprises Cummings' operational files, including correspondence, meeting notes and agendas, reports, briefings, and publications filed by library administrative unit. Of special interest is the Board of Regents sub-sub-series, which documents the library's development and policy decisions during Cummings' administration. In addition, other materials of interest include the Lister Hill Center for Biomedical Communication, MEDLARS, and National Medical Audio-Visual Center which record the development and transitions of these administrative units. This sub-series is arranged alphabetically.

Collecting Area Details

Collecting Area Details

Part of the Archives and Modern Manuscripts Collections Collecting Area

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