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Archives Center, National Museum of American History
Guide to the William E. Hallett Papers
Summary
- Collection ID:
- NMAH.AC.1112
- Creators:
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Hallett, William E., 1864-1932
- Dates:
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1900-1925.
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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0.3 Cubic feet1 box
- Repository:
- Container:
- 1
Scope and Contents note
Scope and Contents note
The collection relates to Hallett's career as an engineer and his work with engines. The collection includes correspondence, engineering notebooks, writings, photographs, patent materials, clippings, and publications,.
Arrangement
Arrangement
1 series.
Biographical/Historical note
Biographical/Historical note
Hallett was an engineer for the Alamo Manufacturing Company, and designed the first Alamo Engine. While employed with the Hall Gas Engine Company he developed a heavy-duty gas engine. His last position was divisional chief engineer for the Hayes Wheel Company in Albion Michigan.
Administration
Author
NMAH Staff
Immediate Source of Acquisiton
Immediate source of acquisition unknown.
Custodial History
Transferred to the Archives Center in 2007 by the Division of Work and Engineering (now Division of Work and Industry).
Processing Information
Collection is unprocessed.
Using the Collection
Restrictions on Access
Collection open for research on site by appointment. Unprotected photographs must be handled with gloves.
Preferred Citation
William E. Hallett Papers, 1900-1925, Archives Center, National Museum of American History.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction
Collection items available for reproduction, but the Archives Center makes no guarantees concerning copyright restrictions. Other intellectual property rights may apply. Archives Center cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.
Keywords
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