Research Catalog

Title

James J. O'Brien papers, 1948-1949.

Author

O'Brien, James J.

Details

Description

.4 linear foot (1 box)

Summary

Collection consists of correspondence, diary notes, press clippings, and memorabilia relating to O'Brien's around-the-world flight, May 1949, as "Father Knickerbocker" on behalf of the New York World Trade Week Committee in celebration of World Trade Week.

Subjects

• New York (N.Y.) > Social life and customs
• International trade > Exhibitions
• New York (N.Y.) > Department of Public Works
• O'Dwyer, William, 1890-1964
• O'Brien, James J

Access (note)

• Restricted access;

Source (note)

• O'Brien, Mrs. James J.

Biography (note)

• James J. O'Brien was secretary of the New York Dept. of Public Works and special assistant to Mayor William O'Dwyer.

Processing Action (note)

• Surveyed
• Cataloging updated

Call Number

MssCol 2276

OCLC

NYPW89-A704

Author

O'Brien, James J.

Title

James J. O'Brien papers, 1948-1949.

Restricted Access

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Biography

James J. O'Brien was secretary of the New York Dept. of Public Works and special assistant to Mayor William O'Dwyer.

LCCN

ms 73000690

Research Call Number

MssCol 2276