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Julian C. Holmes papers

 Collection
Identifier: M316

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Scope and Content

This collection is split into two series: Sears Island and MTBE (Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether).

Sears Island: This series contains interagency correspondence as well as correspondence between citizens, environmental organizations, legislators, and consultants regarding the possible construction of a dry cargo terminal on Sears Island. Also included in this series are reports from consulting firms exploring the feasibility of construction of the port as well as the alternatives, testimonies for and against construction, notes and minutes on interagency meetings, information provided by various organizations and invested citizens, and newspaper clippings, press releases, and letters-to-the-editor.

MTBE: This series contains primarily clippings, press releases, letters-to-the-editor, and correspondence regarding MTBE incorporation into gasoline, air quality, and water quality. Also included are informational studies and notes as well as testimonies and comments.

Dates

  • Creation: 1992-2010, undated

Creator

Access Restrictions

No restrictions.

Biographical/Historical Note

Julian Clifford Holmes was born November 20, 1930 in Portland, Maine. After attending Brunswick High School, Holmes went to Bowdoin College and was graduated cum laude in 1952. He later worked as a scientist for the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. Holmes was also an activist for many causes such as peace, justice, healthcare, and the environment. In 1970, he was awarded the Washington Evening Star Trophy for Outstanding Civic Achievement by the Prince Georges Civic Federation. Holmes died December 16, 2012 in Lewiston, Maine.

Extent

1.4 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Interagency correspondence as well as correspondence between citizens, environmental organizations, legislators, and consultants regarding the possible construction of a dry cargo terminal on Sears Island, Maine; also clippings, press releases, letters-to-the-editor, and correspondence regarding MTBE incorporation into gasoline, air quality, and water quality.

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Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title
Guide to the Julian C. Holmes Papers
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

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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