Industrial Distribution magazine records, 1970s-1990s, bulk bulk 1988
Collection context
- Creator:
- Berkwitt, George, 1921-
- Extent:
- 1 linear feet 2 manuscript boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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This collection consists of memos collected by George Berkwitt during his tenure as chief editor of Industrial Distribution Magazine. The memos address marketing, editorial, advertisting, and other topics relevant to the leadership of the trade magazine.
For over 100 years, Industrial Distribution Magazine was a leading source for thousands of distribution sales and management professionals. A diverse audience of distributors, wholesalers, and resellers of industrial MRO products sought this bi-monthly print magazine for the latest news, merger and acquisition data, distributor profiles, and business management tips.
- Biographical / historical:
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George Joseph Berkwitt was the editor of Industrial Distribution Magazine. Also president council, board directors Hudson Guild Settlement House, 1973-1975. With United States Army, 1944-1945. Member Society for Advancement Management (past president New York City chapter, Distinguished Service award New York City chapter 1971-1973, Achievement award), International Material Management Society (past president New York City chapter).
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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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); Name of Collection; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
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