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Cornelius Vanderbilt correspondence, 1873-1885.

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Creator

Vanderbilt, Cornelius, 1794-1877.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

  • .15 linear foot (1 v.)

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection consists of typewritten transcripts of correspondence of Vanderbilt and his son, William Henry Vanderbilt, with Bishop Holland Nimmons McTyeire, relatingto the founding of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn.

Biographical/Historical Note

Cornelius Vanderbilt (1794-1877) was a steamship and railroad promoter and financier.

Controlled Access Terms

  • Vanderbilt, Cornelius, 1794-1877.
  • Vanderbilt University.
  • Universities and colleges -- Tennessee -- Nashville.

Additional Creator Names

  • Vanderbilt, William H. (William Henry), 1821-1885.
  • McTyeire, Holland Nimmons, 1824-1889.

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