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Manuscript, "About Lapping" (lapping is the process of producing smooth accurate surfaces by rubbing with an abrasive). Includes rejection letter., 1933-1983

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 2

Scope and Content

From the Collection: The collection consists primarily of manuscripts of articles, most of them unpublished and undated. There are 13 folders divided by subject area, including articles on Arizona and New Mexico, photography, railroads, motorcycling, and various mechanical inventions and problem solving. Stowell describes his motorcycle and photography trips through the Southwest, as well as points of interest such as the inscribed mystery stone near Los Lunas, New Mexico, and various petroglyph sites. Some of his manuscripts also recount New Mexico legends.

Lists of manuscripts written by Stowell are found in one folder. Also included are numerous drawings for his inventions. Photographs are housed in the Photoarchives.

Dates

  • 1933-1983

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Extent

12 pages, 3 pages of illustrations

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451