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Creator
Hawks, Francis T.
Call number
MssCol 1359
Physical description
.4 linear feet (1 v.)
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Francis T. Hawks papers, Manuscripts and Archives Division, The New York Public Library
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Manuscripts and Archives Division
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Francis T. Hawks was an assistant engineer of Central Park in New York City. Collection consists of correspondence, memoranda and notes received by Hawks from Central Park officials. Sketches, diagrams and measurements are found on some items and a few drafts of Hawks's replies are included. Topics such as Park roads, bridges, walls, drainage systems, landscaping, and administrative matters are discussed.

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Manuscripts and Archives Division
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Fifth Avenue at 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018-2788
Brooke Russell Astor Reading Room, Third Floor, Room 328