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Karl T. Compton

Karl T. Compton

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Karl T. Compton

Physicist (1887–1954) and president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from 1930 to 1948. DS, one page, 6.5 x 9, May 8, 1933. Massachusetts Institute of Technology notification of appointment for J. Selmar-Larsen to be a “half-time Lecturer in Architecture,” for a salary of $1100. Signed at the conclusion by Compton as the president. In good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, one through a single letter of signature, scattered tears and paper loss to upper portion, scattered toning, soiling, and staining, and a few creases. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #384 - Ended March 22, 2012