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William Hewlett Papers M1995 http://oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/c8qr52p9 No online items Guide to the William Hewlett Papers M1995 Owen Ellis Department of Special Collections and University Archives 2016 l; revised 2018 Green Library 557 Escondido Mall Stanford 94305-6064 [email protected] URL: http://library.stanford.edu/spc Guide to the William Hewlett M1995 1 Papers M1995 Language of Material: English Contributing Institution: Department of Special Collections and University Archives Title: William Hewlett Papers creator: Hewlett, William R. source: William & Flora Hewlett Foundation Identifier/Call Number: M1995 Physical Description: 314 Linear Feet (714 manuscript boxes, 3 card boxes, 11 flat boxes, 9 record cartons, and 19 map folders) Date (inclusive): 1907-2010 Date (bulk): 1960-2000 Abstract: The papers of William Hewlett document his professional and personal life, covering his many activities outside of Hewlett-Packard Company, how he invested his time and money, and his engagement with many organizations and individuals in business, politics, science, and academia. Conditions Governing Access The collection is open for research, with the exception of a few boxes. Both Series 2: Financial and Series 4: Properties and Rentals each contain one box closed until the year 2050 because of sensitive material related to litigation. All items in Series 15: Audiovisual Materials were digitized and should be viewed or listened to through the reading room. The box containing the original audiovisual media is closed. Series 16: Original Correspondence is also closed to researchers, and only meant for use by staff, due to fragility; photocopies have been made available. Note that material must be requested at least 36 hours in advance of intended use. Scope and Contents The William Hewlett Papers consists of correspondence, photographs, financial records, reports, minutes, calendars, notes, hardware, videotapes, compact discs, newspaper clippings, publications, and other materials. The collection documents some parts of Hewlett’s personal and professional life, as well as his finances, philanthropy, and engagement with scientific, cultural, international, business, and civic organizations. Some material in the collection was created and filed by staff and individuals representing the family after William Hewlett passed away in 2001. Related Archival Materials 1. Cal Photos, University of California, Berkeley 2. California Academy of Sciences, Botany Collections 3. Dave Packard and Bill Hewlett: "Documentation" Videorecording, Stanford Special Collections and University Archives 4. Hewlett Collection, Agilent Technologies Company Archives 5. Hewlett-Packard Company Archives 6. Hewlett-Packard Ephemera Collection, Stanford Special Collections and University Archives 7. Packard Family Papers, Stanford Special Collections and University Archives 8. Uncommon Man Dinner, May 15, 1987 Videorecording, Stanford Special Collections and University Archives 9. William Hewlett Memorial Service Videorecording, Stanford Special Collections and University Archives 10. William R. Hewlett Library [electronic resource], Stanford Special Collections and University Archives Biographical Note William Hewlett was the co-founder of Hewlett-Packard, one of the most successful technology start-up companies in the history of Silicon Valley. He and his business partner and longtime friend David Packard flipped a coin to determine the order of their names when starting their company. Following the tremendous success of Hewlett-Packard, he became well known for his philanthropy, donating millions of dollars from his fortune to support various causes. In 1966, he and his wife established the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. Today the private foundation is among the largest in the United States. Arrangement The William Hewlett Papers is arranged into 16 series, Series 1: General Correspondence, Series 2: Financial, Series 3: Memberships/Boards, Series 4: Properties and Rentals, Series 5: Biographical and Family History, Series 6: Subject Files, Series 7: Calendars, Series 8: William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, Series 9: Los Trancos Baseball and San Francisco Giants, Series 10: International Travel and Foreign Aid Trips, Series 11: Honors, Certificates, and Gifts, Series 12: Medical Records, Series 13: Collected Resources and Publications, Series 14: Hardware and Programming, Series 15: Audiovisual Materials, Series 16: Original Correspondence, and Series 17: Addenda 2016-122. Conditions Governing Use While Special Collections is the owner of the physical and digital items, permission to examine collection materials is not an authorization to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission or reproduction beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or Guide to the William Hewlett M1995 2 Papers M1995 assigns. Immediate Source of Acquisition Gifts of the Hewlett family, 2014. Accession 2014-001 and 2014-111. Addenda 2016-122 was donated in 2016. Preferred Citation [identification of item], William Hewlett papers (M1995). Dept. of Special Collections and University Archives, Stanford University Libraries, Stanford, Calif. Subjects and Indexing Terms Philanthropy -- History Silicon Valley Computer industry -- United States -- History Science and industry. Hewlett, William R. William & Flora Hewlett Foundation Chrysler Corporation Packard, David, 1912-1996 Hewlett-Packard Company Terman, Frederick Emmons, 1900-1982 Stanford University Hewlett, William R. National Academy of Sciences (U.S.) Oliver, Bernard M. Hewlett, Albion Walter, 1874-1925 Hewlett, Walter B. Institute of Radio Engineers Carnegie Institution of Washington Series 1: General Correspondence 1941-2001 Scope and Contents Contains mostly letters, copies of outgoing correspondence, printed e-mails, and telegrams, interspersed with supplemental material, such as invitations, newsletters, newspaper clippings, photographs, notes, cards, and brochures. The series documents Hewlett's correspondence with friends, family, colleagues, acquaintances, organizations, academic institutions, and strangers. The content of correspondence regards Hewlett-Packard, events, general discussions, in-person meetings, business, family, travel, his personal life, and other topics. Arrangement Series 1: General Correspondence is arranged into two subseries. Subseries A: Alphabetical and Subseries B: Chronological. Subseries A: Alphabetical 1941-2001 Arrangement Arranged alphabetically by name or subject. Scope and Contents Includes letters and messages sent to Hewlett, copies of outgoing responses, and supplemental material such as photographs, reports, and cards. box 1, folder 1 Abel, Dr. Shoshana 1994 box 1, folder 2 Adams, Charles F., Raytheon Company 1980 Guide to the William Hewlett M1995 3 Papers M1995 Series 1: General Correspondence 1941-2001 Subseries A: Alphabetical 1941-2001 box 1, folder 3 Adams, Joseph C. 1980 box 1, folder 4 Adamson, Bruce Campbell 1997 box 1, folder 5 Adrian Dominican Sisters 1983 box 1, folder 6 Africa 1973-1985 box 1, folder 7 Akin, Dr. Gwynn C., National Science Board 1981 box 1, folder 8 Albers, Donald J., Mathematical Associaton of America 1993 box 1, folder 9 Albertson's Incorporated 1982 box 1, folder 10 Alexander, Frank 1978 box 1, folder 11 Allen, Ronald S. 1979 box 1, folder 12 Alliance to Save Energy 1984 Scope and Contents Correspondence is addressed to David Packard. William Hewlett was blind carbon copied on his response. box 1, folder 13 Alta, Utah 1985-1988 box 1, folder 14 Alvarez, Dr. Luis W. 1985-1991 Scope and Contents Includes correspondence with Alvarez as well as his colleagues and widow after he passed away. Some newspaper articles about Alvarez are also present. box 1, folder 15 Amara, Roy, Institute for the Future 1978 box 1, folder 16 American Association for the Advancement of Science 1989 box 1, folder 17 American Benefactor Magazine 1997 box 1, folder 18 American Cancer Society 1992 box 1, folder 19 American Electronics Association 1982 Scope and Contents Includes correspondence and newsletters distributed by the American Electronics Association. box 1, folder 20 American Geophysical Union 1994 box 1, folder 21 American Institute of Engineers 2000 box 1, folder 22 American Jewish Committee 1978 box 1, folder 23 American Leadership Forum, Silicon Valley Chapter 1991-1997 box 1, folder 24 American Red Cross 2000 box 1, folder 25 American Space Program 1982 box 1, folder 26 American University of Beirut 1971, 1985-1991 box 1, folder 27 Ammen, Paul V. 1980 box 1, folder 28 Amplifiers 1968-1981 box 1, folder 29 Anderson, Martin 1982 box 1, folder 30 Anderson, Robert O., Atlantic Richfield Company 1984 box 1, folder 31 Annual Report Lists (part 1 of 3) 1985-1999 Scope and Contents Contains lists of individuals to send annual reports, and some personal responses from them sent to William Hewlett. box 1, folder 32 Annual Report Lists (part 2 of 3) 1985-1999 box 1, folder 33 Annual Report Lists (part 3 of 3) 1985-1999 box 1, folder 34 Ano Nuevo State Park, Elephant Seals Tour 1997 box 1, folder 35 Arastradero Preserve 1996 box 2, folder 1 Arbuckle Family (Ernest Arbuckle) 1986 box 2, folder 2 Arin, Ei and Massy, William F. 1974 box 2, folder 3 Arizona State University 1981-1986 box 2, folder 4 Arnn, Larry P., President of the Claremont Institute 1992 box 2, folder 5 Arnon, Stephen 1971-1972 box 2, folder 6 Aron, Nathan 1978 box 2, folder 7 Art Works 1992-1993 Guide
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