Collection context
Summary
- Abstract:
- The Sinclair, D. mss., 1911-1987, consists of the correspondence of physicist David Sinclair, 1901-1987, with his father, novelist Upton Beall Sinclair, 1878-1968, other members of his family, and Indiana University.
- Extent:
- 3 Boxes (3 standard) and 1 folio
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
[Item], Sinclair, D. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
Background
- Biographical / Historical:
David Sinclair, 1901-1987, was a physicist and the son of Meta (Fuller) Stone and Upton Sinclair.
- Scope and Content:
Some of the topics discussed include Upton's Thunder Over Mexico project and the acquisition of his papers by Indiana University.
Family related items include a summer 1913 "terminal report" for David, age 11, from The Home School; "Letters of Administration," Nov. 4, 1931, to David as administrator for the estate of his grandmother Priscilla Sinclair; and the cemetery lot deed bought by Upton and wife May, Jan. 8, 1968. Also present is a folder of photographs of David's mother, Meta (Fuller) Stone and her family; one folder of David Sinclair photographs, and two folders of Upton Sinclair photographs, including family and friends; four folders of clippings from scrapbooks; and three folders of miscellaneous printed items relating to David and to Upton. Four reel-to-reel tapes and a folio which includes a 1983 pen and ink portrait drawing of Upton Sinclair complete the collection.
- Acquisition information:
- Gift: 1999
- Physical location:
- Lilly - Folio; Lilly - Stacks
Indexed Terms
- Names:
- Sinclair, David
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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This collection is open for research.
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- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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Photography and digitization may be restricted for some collections. Copyright restrictions may apply. Before publishing, researchers are responsible for securing permission from all applicable rights holders, then filling out the Permission to Publish form.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item], Sinclair, D. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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1200 East Seventh StreetBloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- CONTACT:
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(812) 855-2452liblilly@indiana.edu