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Robert L. Moore Manuscript

 Collection
Identifier: WCMss-579

Scope and Contents

The Robert L. Moore Manuscript contains a handwritten manuscript of Moore’s book, "The Earthworm." The manuscript covers Moore’s own experience studying earthworms, and his opinion on earthworm biology. Moore also included anatomical sketches.

Dates

  • Creation: undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Biographical Note

Robert L. Moore was born on June 10, 1879 in Washington state. He graduated from the Whitman Academy in 1898 and from Whitman College in 1902. After his father retired, Robert took over his business, M.C. Moore and Sons Loans. He died on July 6, 1955.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet (1 manuscript box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Robert L. Moore manuscript contains a handwritten manuscript of Moore’s book, "The Earthworm." Robert L. Moore was a graduate of Whitman College.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Materials found in collection; provenance is unknown.

Title
Guide to the Robert L. Moore Manuscript
Author
Claire Drown
Date
2018
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 Whitman College and Northwest Archives Repository

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