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William Allen papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0404

Scope and Contents

The William Allen papers (1913-1980) consist of some printed material concerning William Allen (1849-1928), an architect, and microfilmed architectural drawings, mainly of the Layton and Kaysville, Utah, areas. Included with the printed material are a list of drawings by Allen, an invitation, and a pamphlet.

Pamphlet, including a biography of Allen and a list of buildings designed by him; invitation to opening of First National Bank in Layton; and an inventory of Allen's drawings in private possession. Microfilm from the collection is located in the Manuscripts Division microfilm case. There are a total of 8 rolls of microfilm. 6 of those are duplicate copies.

Dates

  • 1913-1980

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical Sketch

Born in London on 1 January 1849, William Allen left Europe at age twelve for America. He learned the mason's trade, then took up drafting and building. He completed a correspondence course in architecture and graduated with high honors. In 1874 he married Mary Simms and they had seven children. William Allen died on 11 October 1928.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 Folder and 8 rolls of microfilm)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The William Allen papers (1913-1980) consist of some printed material concerning William Allen (1849-1928), an architect, and microfilmed architectural drawings, mainly of the Layton and Kaysville, Utah, areas.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The microfilm was received in 1980 from the Utah State Archives, Salt Lake City, Utah.

Existence and Location of Originals

Original drawings in private possession.

Separated Materials

Microfilm reels are located in the Manuscripts Division microfilm case.

Processing Information

Title
Inventory of the William Allen papers
Author
Finding aid prepared by Sharon Thorup.
Date
1984 (last modified: 2019)
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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