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Carpenter Paper Company cabinet and paper samples

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0770
Abstract

Incorporated in 1890, the Carpenter Paper Company was the first paper warehouse in Omaha, Nebraska. The Carpenter Paper Company cabinet and paper samples consist of approximately ninety booklets and sample books of envelopes, writing paper, and cardboard dating between 1900 and the 1920s, and the coabinet which housed these materials.

Dates: approximately 1900-1920s
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

Delaware Theatre Company records 2019 supplement

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0633s2
Abstract

The Delaware Theatre Company (DTC) was founded in Wilmington, Delaware, in 1978 with a mission to create theater of the highest professional quality in Delaware and thereby enrich the area through artistic programming, education and community service. The DTC records 2019 supplement comprises the organization’s administrative and financial records, production files, press, and reviews from 1978-2015.

Dates: 1978-2015
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

Cahier de théorie : notebook on weaving

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Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0174
Abstract

This volume of weaving techniques was created circa 1893 by J. Mercier, who was possibly a student at the École Municipal de Tissage et de Broderie in Lyon, France, where he learned industrial textile design.

Dates: approximately 1893
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

John Motion Coats Laboratory notebook of dye recipes

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Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0171
Abstract

This manuscript book of textile dye recipes and colorful sample swatches was created by John Motion at the Coats Thread Co. in 1891.

Dates: 1891
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

Philadelphia distributors' paper sample books

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0904
Abstract The Philadelphia distributors' paper sample books collection consists of forty-two sample books likely produced between 1900 and 1960. The collection contains samples ranging from paper covers to typewriter, blotting, and gummed papers. Each book typically contains papers in multiple colors, weights, and finishes. While the manufacturers are located in New England and the Midwest, the distributors (when identified) are all based in Philadelphia. One of the manufacturing companies is the...
Dates: circa 1900-1960
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

Cours Théoriques de Tissage et de Broderie weaving manual

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0184
Abstract

In this manuscript, entitled “Cours Théoriques de Tissage et de Broderie,” creator Léon Roux described the different methods of weaving and embroidering textiles as well as the patterns one could achieve by employing these techniques. The volume was created in 1902-1903.

Dates: 1902-1903
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

Cours de Tissage weaving manual

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0182
Abstract

This manuscript volume is a student thesis or weaving manual prepared by J. Savey, apparently a student of Professeur F. Brocard, for a course at the École de la Salle Commerciale et Industrielle in Lyon, France, in 1914-1915. Savey’s manuscript reflects a mastering of the mechanical aspects of looms and weaving and includes 180 colorful fabric swatches illustrating patterns and finishes.

Dates: 1914-1915
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

Instructional dyeing receipt book

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0161
Abstract

This manuscript by Heinrich Studer is written in German and gives instructions for dyeing, bleaching, and textile printing.

Dates: circa 1842-1889
Found in: University of Delaware Library Special Collections

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Motion, John 1
Roux, Léon 1
Savey, J., active 1914-1915 1
Studer, Heinrich 1
Thomas W. Price Company 1
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