Theodore N. Beckman Papers 1923-1973

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RG.40.35

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Theodore N. Beckman Papers

Date(s)

  • 1923-1973 (Creation)

Extent

6.0 Cubic feet

Container summary

(5) cartons

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Abstract

The Theodore N. Beckman Papers contain administrative files, publications, biographical information, and speeches relating to Beckman's economic research and the classes he taught in business administration at Ohio State University. The collection also contains research related to Beckman's service as an economic expert witness in behalf of the Kohler Company during a court case related to their 1954-1960 strike.

Preferred citation

[identification of item], Theodore N. Beckman Papers, RG 40.35, Ohio State University Archives, Ohio State University

Scope and content

The Theodore N. Beckman Papers contain correspondence, publications, biographical information, teaching materials related to business administration, research notes and speeches. Topics include pricing, marketing, credit, small businesses, excess profits tax relief, and wholesaling. The collection also contains research related to Beckman's service as an economic expert witness in behalf of the Kohler Company during a court case related to their 1954-1960 strike.

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Materials are arranged in the order received.

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Conditions governing access

Materials in this collection are available for patron research, but may be used only in the University Archives Reading Room. Audiovisual materials may need a use copy produced before access is allowed. Some materials in this collection may be stored off-site, and are only available if requested 72 hours in advance of your visit. Some material is marked confidential and will need to be reviewed before access is granted. Contact the University Archives for more information.

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Conditions governing reproduction

Materials in this collection may be protected by copyright, and are made available for research and educational purposes. In general, the OSU Libraries do not own the copyright for materials from our collections and cannot grant copyright permissions for these materials. The user is responsible for making a final determination of copyright status. If copyright protection applies, permission must be obtained from the copyright holder to reuse, publish, or reproduce the work beyond the bounds of fair use or other exceptions to the law. Works in the public domain are not protected by copyright and do not require permission to use.

Languages of the material

  • English

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    English

    Finding aids

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    Immediate source of acquisition

    Accession Number UA.1971.0017; Accession Number UA.1975.0013; Accession Number UA.1976.0031

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    Ohio State University Archives Biographical File: Theodore N. Beckman

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    Biographical / Historical Note

    Theodore N. Beckman (1985-1973) was a professor in the College of Administrative Science. His scholarship focus was in marketing. In 1970 he served as an expert economic witness in behalf of the Kohler Company during a conspiracy indictment.

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    Describing Archives: A Content Standard

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    Archivist's note

    Finding aid written by Karen Glenn, 2016 October

    Archivist's note

    Finding aid prepared by Karen Glenn

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