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William L. Crothers Collection
Papers and volumes resulting from Crothers extensive research into the history, use and details of flags as used by the American merchant marine. Includes a "Directory of Private Signals Flown by American Merchant Sail" which contains an index of colored flags. The collection also includes two illustrated volumes detailing the history of the flag hoist signal system, as well as the related correspondence and references upon which Mr. Crothers based his work.
William P. Stephens Collection
The collection consists of miscellaneous papers, correspondence, notes, clippings, pamphlets, and specifications relative to the yachting activities of W. P. Stephens. Included is a series of specifications for approximately 500 boats which are arranged alphabetically by the boat's name.
William Smyth Papers
This small collection is essentially the business papers of William Smyth, created during his time at the Dauntless and Mystic Shipyards, 1927-1971. Included are yard financial reports, meeting notices, clippings, and business correspondence, all arranged in chronological order.
Winthrop L. Warner Papers
Correspondence, building specifications, sales contracts, vessel weight and displacement calculation tables, ships' plans reprints, design lists, and miscellaneous notes, 1932-1973 resulting from Warner's yacht and vessel design career. Vessels represented include ketch FELISI, research ship SHANG WHEELER, ferry SELDEN IV, and 6 ft. plastic shipmate JOLLY BOAT.