MSS 124

National Research Council
Collection of National Research Council, 1924-1929

Gallaudet University Archives.

Descriptive Summary

Repository: Gallaudet University Archives
Call No.: MSS 124
Creator:
Title: Collection of National Research Council, 1924-1929.
Quantity: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 document box)
Abstract:
Note: This document last updated 2008 February 8.

Administrative Information

Acquisition Information: Not available.
Processed by: Gary Brooks. 1999.
Processing Note:
Conditions on Use and Access: This collection is open to the public with no restrictions. Photocopies may be made for scholarly research.

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Vertical Files

• National Research Council. Gallaudet University Archives, Call Number: Deaf Subject

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Agency History

The National Research Council appointed Professor Herbert E. Day as chief investigator and Professor Irving S. Fusfeld assistant investigator to establish a survey of schools for the deaf in the United States to create progress in deaf education.  The survey was completed in one year starting late 1924 to analyze the education of the deaf children and see what can be done to improve.     

Scope and Content

The National Research Council’s collection includes approximately 850 papers.  The majority of the papers that are included in this collection are about the Committee on Survey of National Institutions for the Deaf and their correspondence, reports, publications and surveys.

Series Descriptions and Folder Lists

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