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- Charles F. Brush, Sr. Papers: Series 01: Correspondence
Charles F. Brush, Sr. Papers: Series 01: Correspondence
Show more35 Typed letters regarding Henry Ford's attempt to acquire Brush Windmill for Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn Michigan, written in 1929, 1930, and 1931 largely between James Bishop, Nona Schirg, and W. Culver, including letters from Charles Sawyer and Roger Perkins regarding their eventual opposition to Ford acquiring Windmill. Also includes letters between R. S. McCrea and W. Culver regarding Brush dynamo in Muskegon, Michigan that Ford offered to buy. Some letters include newspaper clippings and one photograph. Includes February 1929 Electrical World article regarding Ford Museum plans.
Charles F. Brush, Sr., Papers
Series 1: Correspondence
Subseries 3: Business and Professional (1876-1931)
Box 4
Folder 8
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Show moreWestern Union telegram from James Bishop to N. Schirg extending condolences over Brush’s death, extends same on behalf of Mr. Ford. Includes telegram announcing Brush’s death dated June 17
Charles F. Brush, Sr., Papers
Series 1: Correspondence
Subseries 1: Family and Personal (1889-1929)
Box 2
Folder 12
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Show moreTyped letter from James Bishop to N. Schirg regarding news of Brush’s death, expressing condolences, conveys Henry Ford’s disappointment at never meeting Brush in person
Charles F. Brush, Sr., Papers
Series 1: Correspondence
Subseries 1: Family and Personal (1889-1929)
Box 2
Folder 12
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