Collection ID: 4079212 MS#0111

Collection context

Summary

Creator:
Bernstein, Theodore M. (Theodore Menline), 1904-1979
Extent:
0.5 linear feet and 1 box
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Theodore M. Bernstein papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Background

Scope and Content:

Correspondence, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism course notes, and printed materials. The papers deal with his books, the courses that he taught at the School of Journalism, and his "Winners & Sinners" department (correct English usage) at THE NEW YORK TIMES.

Biographical / Historical:

Author, editor at THE NEW YORK TIMES, professor at the School of Journalism from 1925 to 1950, authority on correct English usage. Columbia University A.B. 1924; B.Lit. 1925, School of Journalism.

Acquisition information:
Source of acquisition--School of Journalism Library. Method of acquisition--Transfer; Date of acquisition--05/--/83. Accession number--M83-05.
Custodial history:

Transferred from the School of Journalism Library, 1983.

Processing information:

Cataloged Christina Hilton Fenn 04/05/89.

Arrangement:

Arranged.

Accruals:

Materials may have been added to the collection since this finding aid was prepared. Contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Access

RESTRICTIONS:

This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.

This collection has no restrictions.

TERMS OF ACCESS:

Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

PREFERRED CITATION:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Theodore M. Bernstein papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th St.
New York, NY 10027, United States
CONTACT:
(212) 854-5590
rbml@library.columbia.edu