John Bassett Moore papers*, circa 1880s - circa 1940s
Collection context
- Creator:
- Moore, John Bassett, 1860-1947
- Extent:
- 111 linear feet 89 boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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An extensive collection of his papers -- correspondence, research file, legal opinions, etc. Business correspondence consists of letters, telegrams, legal files, memoranda, etc. related to clients of Moore; the clients include: Standard Oil Co., NY & Bermudez Co., Western Union, General Electric, various American landowners in Fiji, other assorted companies especially during 1915-1920. Research notes include typed and handwritten notes, copies of treaties and diplomatic correspondence, etc. related to international treaties and arbitrations. The Manuscripts consist of handwritten and typed manuscripts for several of Moore's publications, including his Digest of International Law (1906) and his International Adjudications (1929-1933). The Published materials consist of the House of Commons Parliamentary Papers, government reports from British colonial offices, U.S. government and judicial decisions, reprints of Moore's academic articles and speeches. International Meeting notes include typed pages of internal memoranda, agendas, and stenographic notes related to meetings of the International Labour Office (1920s-1930s) and the International Opium Conference (1924-1925). Additional materials include (but not limited to): maps, photographs, correspondence and government documents, etc.
- Biographical / historical:
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Moore, John Bassett, lawyer; b. Dec. 3, 1860; 3rd Assist. Sec. of State, 1886-1891; d. Nov. 12, 1947.
American legal scholar known for his exhaustive codification of international law. His advice on matters pertaining to international adjudication was frequently sought by the U.S. government.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Material is unprocessed. Please contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.
This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); John Bassett Moore Papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu