Josiah Keep Papers

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Northeastern University (Oakland)
Special Collections, F. W. Olin Library
5000 MacArthur Blvd.
Oakland, California 94613
510.430.2047
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2024


Descriptive Summary

Title: Josiah Keep Papers
Dates: 1848-1915
Collection Number: Consult repository.
Creator/Collector: Keep, Josiah, 1849-1911
Extent: 3 linear feet (3 boxes)
Repository: Northeastern University (Oakland)
Oakland, California 94613
Abstract: Josiah Keep (1849-1911) was a professor of Natural Sciences at Mills College. Previous to his time at Mills, he also taught at Golden Gate Academy and was a principal at Alameda High school. His published work focuses primarily on West Coast shells.
Language of Material: English

Access

Collection is open for research.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item]. Josiah Keep Papers. Collection Number: Consult repository.. Northeastern University (Oakland)

Scope and Content of Collection

This collection consists of three series: the Journals, Letters, and Records of Josiah Keep and Family; Writings and Speeches; and Correspondence (most regarding shells).

Indexing Terms

Shells
Mills College -- History

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