Collection: Max A. Montgomery papers, 1928-1945 - Columbia University Libraries Archival Collections Search Results

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Cellular Trussed Structure, 1930 , 1932 Box 01, Folder 09

Abstract Or Scope: Includes blueprint of the Mayne Plank Floor System (Max A. Montgomery inventor; U.S Patent no. 1874572), pencil on trace drawings, ink on trace and 3 duplicate photographs of the floor system

Inventions and Structural Designs, 1930-1941 Box 01, Folder 10

Abstract Or Scope: The Montgomery Brick (1930), detail of a wall section, transom window, window seal, gypsy hotel, new way to hang glass sheets, ventilation system

Inventions, Miscellaneous, 1932 , 1936 Box 01, Folder 11

Abstract Or Scope: Includes invention of an "auto life saver", a metallic clip for pencils, building blocks for children, portable greasing station/barbecue/store/or portable building for any use, galosh fastener, electric lighting fixture in the shape of a flower and an electric motor/pump and meter

Max A. Montgomery papers, 1928-1945 1 document box

Creator: Montgomery, Max A., 1889-1946
Abstract Or Scope: Max A. Montgomery drafted designs for low income housing units during the 1930s and 1940s. He also drafted structural inventions as well as other common inventions. The collection is consists of sketches, design drawings, paper models, research materials, notes, and personal photographs.

Photographs of family and friends, ca. 1930-1940s Box 01, Folder 01

Abstract Or Scope: 20 items

Prefabrication house project, Design Elements, 1944 Box 01, Folder 05

Abstract Or Scope: Includes pencil on trace and paper of kitchen, bathroom, interior and exterior trim, window dimensions, insulated tile furring and deck, and wall sections

Prefabrication house project, Models, undated Box 01, Folder 07 to 08

Abstract Or Scope: (2 folders)

Prefabrication house project, Research Material and Notes, 1933 , 1935 Box 01, Folder 06

Abstract Or Scope: Includes documents about prefabrication proposal to University of Illinois (1936), prefabrication finances, theory articles relating to "old" architecture verses "new" architecture, "Massheen" or the philosophy of the moderns inspired from Samuel Butler (1835-1902), housing analysis "the housing problem for the masses", and 2 newspaper articles relating to the real estate market

Prefabrication house project, Small house drawings, 1928-1941 Box 01, Folder 02 to 03

Abstract Or Scope: 55 items : pencil on trace and paper

Prefabrication house project, Small house drawings, ca. 1930-1940s Roll 01

Abstract Or Scope: 7 rolled drawings pencil on trace