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Solomon Adler Papers, 1916-1980 (bulk 1950-1966)

July 23, 2014
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Inventor Name

Adler, Solomon

Repository

Archives Center
National Museum of American History
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
202-633-3270
http://americanhistory.si.edu/archives

Physical Description

2 cubic feet (5 boxes)

Summary

The papers document independent inventor Solomon Adler's work with sewing machine technology thorough correspondence, photographs, notes, drawings, sketches, patents, litigation records, and printed materials. The collection provides insight into both an independent inventor’s process of invention and Japanese work culture during the post-World War II period.

Finding Aid

http://amhistory.si.edu/archives/AC1157.pdf

 

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