Ruth Stevens papers on Albert W. Stevens
Scope and Contents note
Published biography of Albert W. Stevens, entitled "My Husband, the First Astronaut," with manuscript, supporting correspondence, newspaper clippings, photographs, and other materials collected by Ruth Stevens. Materials date from 1935-1987.
Dates
- 1935-1987
Creator
- Stevens, Ruth, 1904-1990 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access note
Open for public research.
Conditions Governing Use note
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Ruth Stevens papers on Albert W. Stevens must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.
Biographical History
Ruth Fischer Stevens was the devoted wife of Albert W. Stevens, balloon aviator for the United States Army Air Corps. She was also an accomplished pianist and accordionist.
Extent
2 folders (.2 linear feet)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Ruth Stevens' manuscript, book and papers about her husband, Albert W. Stevens, balloon aviator for the United States Army Air Corps.
Custodial History note
Donated by Ruth Stevens in 1987.
Immediate Source of Acquisition note
Donated; Ruth Stevens; 1987.
Appraisal note
LDS, Utah, and Western American women (20th Century Western & Mormon Manuscripts collection development policy, 5.V, 2007). This collection concerns a balloon aviator who lived for a time in San Francisco, California, whose wife later lived in Provo, Utah.
Processing Information note
Processed; H. Christine Swindler and John M. Murphy; 20 March 2008.
- Title
- Register of Ruth Stevens papers on Albert W. Stevens
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- H. Christine Swindler
- Date
- 20 March 2008
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English in Latin script.
Repository Details
Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States