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Harrie H. Newcomb papers

 Collection
Identifier: M257

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Scope and Content Note

The collection contains papers relating to Harrie H. Newcomb's participation in the Ziegler Polar Expedition, 1903-1905. Included is a manuscript autobiography by Newcomb and expedition correspondence, documents and reports. The bulk of the expedition paperwork is by Newcomb and Anthony Fiala, Commanding Officer, regarding the ponies, medicine and supplies, although there are reports from other medical officers. Memorabilia includes issues of the camp newsletter, and dinner menus. Some of the menus have original artwork by artist Russell W. Porter and are signed by members of the crew. There are also off-prints of publications relating to arctic exploration.

Dates

  • Creation: 1897-1958, undated
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1903 - 1905

Creator

Access Restrictions

No restrictions.

Historical Note

Harrie H. Newcomb, veterinarian, spent his early years in Greenfield, Massachusetts, then graduated from McGill University in 1897 with a degree in Veterinary Science. In 1903 he was employed by William Ziegler as veterinarian for the Ziegler Polar expedition, commanded by Anthony Fiala. Newcomb's primary responsibility was to care for the expedition ponies, securing food and veterinary supplies as well as providing medical treatment. Following the expedition he continued to travel, taking horses to Italy during World War I. Prior to retirement, Newcomb was medical director and sales manager of a pharmaceutical manufacturer.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Materials relating to Harrie H. Newcomb's participation in the Ziegler Polar Expedition, 1903-1905.

Abstract

Materials relating to Harrie H. Newcomb's participation in the Ziegler Polar Expedition, 1903-1905. Included is a manuscript autobiography by Newcomb and expedition correspondence, documents and reports.

Custodial History note

Transferred from Peary-Macmillan Arctic Museum (PNAM 2004.6.1-33); original donor Robert Nuhn.

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Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title
Guide to the Harrie H. Newcomb Papers
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine 04011 Repository

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