Series IV. Phthalic Anhydride, 1936-1961, undated
Scope and Content
The John M. Weiss Papers contain the professional papers of American chemical engineer John M. Weiss. The papers span the years 1918 to 1961, a range which covers a large portion of Weiss’ career. A majority of the collection materials consist of materials generated as a result of his consulting practice. The addendum to this collection (Series VI), consists of notes compiled by Weiss on chemical subjects that interested him.
The John M. Weiss Papers are rich in technical information about various chemical processes and engineering plants with which Weiss dealt. His interests in maleic acid, maleic anhydride, phthalic anhydride, and synthetic phenol are well represented.
The collection is arranged into the following six series:
- Acids
- Maleic Anhydride
- Patents
- Phthalic Anhydride
- Synthetic Phenol
- Addendum - John Weiss Notebooks
Dates
- Creation: 1936-1961, undated
Series Description
Arranged alphabetically by subject, this series contains John M. Weiss’ phthalic anhydride files. It documents Weiss’ work on projects involving phthalic anhydride. The materials in this series were generated through his consulting activities with Weiss and Downs, Incorporated and John M. Weiss and Company, which includes, but is not limited to, work he conducted for Monsanto Overseas USA and Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company.
The contents of this series consist of a variety of materials. Reports and correspondence are the most common materials found in this series. Smaller amounts of legal documents, blueprints, notes, technical information, printed materials, and a photograph are preserved here as well.
Repository Details
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