Series III. Subject Files, 1893-2009, undated

Arranged alphabetically by subject, this series contains subject files pertaining to Max Tishler’s life and career. Files pertaining to Tishler’s extra-curricular activities, which include, but are not limited to, participation in professional conferences, attendance at social functions, and speeches, make up the largest of portion of this series. Files regarding honors and awards received by Tishler, including, but not limited to, honorary doctorates, medals, and honorary memberships, also make up a large portion of this series. A smaller, but noticeable, number of files regarding miscellaneous subjects connected to Tishler, including, but not limited to, patents awarded to Tishler, the Eastern Industrial Personnel Security Board’s security clearance investigation of Tishler, and his father-in-law Emanuel L. Verveer are also found in the Subject Files. A handful of files regarding events held in Max Tishler’s honor after his death, including Tishler’s memorial service and symposiums, are preserved in this series as well.

The contents of the Subject Files consist of a wide variety of materials, including correspondence, legal documents, printed materials (programs, brochures, and fliers), copies of patents, speeches, award and membership certificates, and honorary doctorate diplomas. Notes, copies of articles, press releases, a few photographs, a scientific notebook, stationary, a memorial volume, and a small watercolor painting are found in these files as well.