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Letter from Durand Churchill, Jr. to Arnold O. Beckman
- 1945-May-24
In this letter, Churchill confirms that the National Defense Research Committee (NDRC) has granted Beckman permission to discuss the Pauling Oxygen Meter at an American Chemical Society meeting.
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Letter from Arnold O. Beckman to Commanding Officer, Naval Training Center
- 1946-Apr-26
In this letter, Beckman requests that a former employee, Robert A. Crane, receive an early discharge from the Navy in light of his father's poor health. Beckman notes that he has an open position for Crane.
- Author Beckman, Arnold O.
- Subject United States. Navy, Beckman Instruments, Inc.
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Letter from Arnold O. Beckman to Durand Churchill, Jr.
- 1945-May-10
In this letter, Beckman requested permission to discuss the Pauling Oxygen Meter and made the case that the National Defense Research Committee (NDRC) should lift the "Restricted" classification.
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Operating and Maintenance Instructions, IR4 Infrared Spectrophotometer
- Bulletin 423-A
- 1956-Sep
The binder includes several proforma invoices, photographs, and Bulletin 423-A: Operating and Maintenance Instructions, IR4 Infrared Spectrophotometer.
The Beckman Instruments IR spectrophotometers began as a request…
- Creator Of Work Beckman Instruments, Inc.
- Subject Scientific apparatus and instruments, Spectrophotometer, Infrared spectroscopy, Beckman Instruments, Inc.
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3 items
Oxygen Recorders: Tentative Outline of Characteristics Desired
- Circa 1943
The oxygen recorder described was intended for analyzing flue gases produced from burning oil or coal.
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Letter from Vannevar Bush to Arnold O. Beckman
- 1944
The letter expresses Bush's "personal and official appreciation and commendation" for contracted work performed in furtherance of the war effort.
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6 items
Draft of Instructions for Modified OM-1 Beckman Portable Oxygen Meter
- 1950s
This draft document includes extensive annotations; the stylistic and technical changes are reflected in a later version.
Developed from a Linus Pauling design during WWII, the technology behind Beckman Instruments’…
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Mysto Magic Show Set Advertising Poster
- 1930 – 1940
This two-color poster advertises a performance of magic tricks, as part of the Mysto Magic Show Set, manufactured by the A. C. Gilbert Company around 1940. The kit included theatrical makeup, props, and an instruction…
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Portrait of Percy Lavon Julian (1899-1975)
- 1950s
Portrait of Percy Lavon Julian (1899-1975), African American research chemist and pioneer in the chemical synthesis of medicinal drugs from plants.
Percy Lavon Julian was born in Montgomery, Alabama on April 11, 1899…
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45 items
Beckman Instruction Manual, 17800-17802, GC-1 Gas Chromatograph
- 503-C
- 1958
The Operating and Maintenance Instructions, 503-C, make up the bulk of the volume and are dated May 1958. Beckman Instructions 535-A, 17329 Gas-Liquid Partition Chromatography Column (Di-N-Butyl Maleate), dated June…
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3 items
Beckman Family Picnic Festival flyer
- 1958-Sep
In 1958, Beckman Instruments held a company picnic at Holidayland, part of Disneyland. Holidayland was a rentable, 7-acre space that only existed from 1957-1961. This invitation was mailed to Lowell Stanley, who spent…
- Creator Of Work Beckman Instruments, Inc., Walt Disney Productions
- Subject Company picnics, California--Disneyland, Beckman Instruments, Inc.
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Pyrex 1-quart liquid measuring cup
- After 1940
Clear glass measuring cup used to measure the volume of liquid. Cup has red measurement indicators (printed directly on the glass) for ounces and cups, a spout, and a closed handle. The trademarked "PYREX" logo is…
- Manufacturer Pyrex
- Subject Pyrex, Measuring instruments
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Model G pH meter cable assembly diagram
- Dwg. No. 662-000740
- 1949-Feb-08
Arnold Beckman invented his first pH meter in 1934 at the request of a chemist from the California citrus industry, who needed an accurate way to measure the acidity of his product. The resulting instrument kicked off…
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Beckman pH Meter (Laboratory Model) brochure
- 1935 – 1940
Arnold Beckman invented his first pH meter in 1934 at the request of a chemist from the California citrus industry, who needed an accurate way to measure the acidity of his product. The resulting instrument kicked off…
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3 items
Beckman pH Meter (Industrial Model) brochure
- 1935 – 1940
Arnold Beckman invented his first pH meter in 1934 at the request of a chemist from the California citrus industry, who needed an accurate way to measure the acidity of his product. The resulting instrument kicked off…
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4 items
Beckman pH Meter (Glass Electrode) brochure
- 1935 – 1940
Arnold Beckman invented his first pH meter in 1934 at the request of a chemist from the California citrus industry, who needed an accurate way to measure the acidity of his product. The resulting instrument kicked off…
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3 items
Chase's Products New Insect Bomb
- After 1927 – before 1972
Chase's brand insecticide aerosol spray can with black and white text on black, white, and yellow label. Round red cap.
- Manufacturer Chase Products Co.
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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4 items
Raid Moth Proofer
- After 1955
Raid brand insecticide aerosol spray can with yellow, white, blue, and black text on white, black, and blue label. Round yellow cap.
- Manufacturer S.C. Johnson & Son
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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4 items
Black Flag House and Garden Insect Spray
- After 1950 – before 1970
Black Flag brand insecticide aerosol spray can with black, green, and white text on yellow, white, and black label with insect and flag graphics. Round white cap.
- Manufacturer Boyle-Midway Inc.
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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2 items
Shell Tox Aerosol Insecticide
- After 1941 – before 1967
Shell brand insecticide aerosol spray can with red and white text on red, gold, and white label with shell and insect graphic.
- Manufacturer Shell Oil Company
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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3 items
Gulf Trak Moth Proofer
- Circa 1947
Gulf Trak brand insecticide aerosol spray can with blue, white, and orange text on blue, white, and orange label. Round red cap.
- Manufacturer Gulf Oil Corporation
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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3 items
Black Flag Push-Button Insect Bomb
- Circa 1950
Black Flag brand insecticide aerosol spray can with white, green, red, and blue text on dark green, black, red, and white label with flag and insect graphic. Round red cap.
- Manufacturer Boyle-Midway Inc.
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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3 items
Ortho Ant & Roach Bomb
- After 1956
Ortho brand insecticide aerosol spray can with blue and white text on red, yellow, and white label with insect graphics. Round red cap.
- Manufacturer California Chemical Company
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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4 items
Standard Aerosol Insect Killer
- After 1870 – before 1972
Standard brand pesticide spray can with red and blue text on red, white, and blue label. Standard logo. Round red cap.
- Manufacturer Standard Oil Company
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides
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3 items
Raid Moth Proofer
- After 1955
Raid brand insecticide aerosol spray can with yellow (and white outline), white, black, and light blue text on white, black, and light blue background with shield graphic. Round yellow cap.
- Manufacturer S.C. Johnson & Son
- Subject Pesticides, DDT (Insecticide), Insecticides