Overview of the Collection
Biographical NoteJames G. McCurdy II was born in Seattle in 1923. He was a star football player at the University of Washington and went on to become chairman of the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company. His father, Horace Winslow ("H.W.") McCurdy (1899-1989), had earlier served as president and general manager of the company. Both McCurdys had a lifelong interest in maritime history. Content DescriptionThe collection consists primarily of materials related to the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company. It includes industry publications as well as photographs of projects and employees. There are several articles and pamphlets about the Lake Washington floating bridge, which was constructed by the company. The collection also includes several sets of photos of employee activities and parties. Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Access :
The collection is open to the public by appointment. Restrictions on Use :The Museum of History & Industry is the owner of the materials in the Sophie Frye Bass Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. Written permission must be obtained from MOHAI before any reproduction use. The museum does not necessarily hold copyright to all of the materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from the copyright owners. Preferred Citation :James G. McCurdy II Photographs and Other Material, Museum of History & Industry, Seattle Administrative Information
Arrangement :
Oversized materials are stored apart from the rest of the collection and are described separately below.
Acquisition Information :
The collection was donated by James G. McCurdy II in 1995 and 2010. Processing Note :Additional materials received from McCurdy in 2010 were accessioned as no. 2010.67 and added to the collection. Related Materials :H.W. McCurdy Collection on the Puget Sound Bridge & Dredging Co. (1955.970.500) and the Lockheed Shipbuilding and Construction Company Photographs and Publications (1988.13) contain additional materials about this company. Detailed Description of the Collection
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