Thornton Chard Correspondence, 1907-1916

Summary

Creator:
Chard, Thornton.
Abstract:
Papers of the American architect. Chard's business correspondence (in 10 letter books) with clients.
Extent:
1 linear ft.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Thornton Chard Correspondence

Background

Scope and content:

The Thornton Chard Papers consist of ten letterbooks containing correspondence of his architectural business from 1907-1916. Contracts mentioned include private homes, churches, and businesses.

Biographical / historical:

Thornton Chard was an American architect. Much of his work is in New York City, including the Dave Hennen and Alice Morris House at 19 E. 70th (designated a landmark by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1974) and a police station at 156-158 Greenwich Street.

Arrangement:

Letters are arranged chronologically in ten volumes.

Access and use

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Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Thornton Chard Correspondence

Location of this collection:
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries
Bird Library, Room 600
Syracuse, NY 13244, United States
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