Correspondence, A-C, 1904-1915
File — Box: 87, Folder: 1
Identifier: XIII.
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Series XIII. Noise Abatement reflects Morse's interest in urban reform, specifically in the area of the control of unnecessary noise. In addition to writing several articles on the topic, he was instrumental in the passage of a 1907 Massachusetts law restricting the use of steam whistles and sirens. Materials and notes collected by Morse for his research on noise abatement include publications of various civic organizations such as the Society for the Suppression of Unnecessary Noise.
Dates
- Creation: 1904-1915
Creator
- From the Collection: Morse, Edward Sylvester, 1838-1925 (Person)
Restrictions on Access
This collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 55.25 linear feet (111 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Repository Details
Part of the Phillips Library Repository