Sub-series 2. Alphabetical Correspondence Files, 1969-1978

Arranged alphabetically by subject, this sub-series contains alphabetical correspondence files collected and maintained by William A. Lester, Jr. during his tenure at IBM. Files containing Lester’s correspondence with other scientists (mostly chemists) make up the bulk of this sub-series. Small numbers of files containing Lester’s correspondence with the United States Navy Office of Naval Research, a couple of United States government agencies, science journals, and professional organizations are also present here.

The contents of the Alphabetical Correspondence Files consist of a variety of materials. Letters and memoranda make up a large majority of the materials in these files. Smaller, but noticeable, amounts of notes, administrative forms, curricula vitae, and article manuscripts are also found in this sub-series. Small amounts of other miscellaneous materials, including, but not limited to, proposals, article referee reports, articles, and reprints are preserved here as well.