Identity area
Reference code
Title
Date(s)
- 1979 – 1995 (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
0.2m of textual records
Context area
Name of creator
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Chronological file contents include letters to and from Davis related to a variety of subjects including mathematics, activism, editorial work on publications such as The Mathematical Intelligencer, some evaluations of peers, and letters from students. Starting in 1979, the material spans a sixteen-year period, however omits the years between 1980 and 1982.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Files were maintained in Prof. Davis’ original, loosely chronological order.
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
The majority of records in this sub-series are open, with the exception of the following that is closed until 2040 based on the inclusion of third-party private information: B2023-0018/003(09)
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
Uploaded finding aid
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Notes area
Note
While the chronological correspondence includes a variety of topics, researchers are encouraged to first consult the series that represents the relevant area of activity as correspondence is included throughout the entirety of the fonds. Researchers should also note that individual correspondents may be found in both of these sub-series.