| Description |
.33 linear foot (1 box). |
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In three series: I. Correspondence; II. Diaries; III. Miscellaneous. |
| Summary |
The Romana Javitz papers contain correspondence, diaries, drawings and documents, mainly reflecting her personal life. The bulk of the correspondence consists of letters to friends and family, including letters to her parents reporting on her travels in Europe, 1925-1926, and personal letters to the noted physician Ernst Philip Boas, 1930s-1950s. Diaries, 1920s-1970s, chronicle her daily life, professional activities, travels and health concerns. Miscellaneous materials include personal papers and legal documents of Romana Javitz and her parents, Elias and Malvine, and some writings and drawings by Romana Javitz. |
| Restricted Access |
Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at division indicated. |
| Location of Other Archival Materials |
Related collections include the Picture Collection Records; New York Public Library Archives. |
| Biography |
Romana Javitz (1903-1980) was Curator of The New York Public Library's Picture Collection from 1929-1968. |
| Finding Aids |
Collection guide available in repository and on internet. |
| Subject |
Javitz, Romana.
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Europe -- Description and travel.
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| Genre/Form |
Sketches.
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| Occupation |
Librarians. |
| Added Author |
Boas, Ernst P. (Ernst Philip), 1891-1955.
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New York Public Library.
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| Call No. |
MssCol 6197
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| Research Call Number |
MssCol 6197
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