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- Creator
- Bell, George H. 1878-1965
- Call number
- MssCol 251
- Physical description
- .2 linear feet (1 box)
- Preferred Citation
- George H. Bell papers, Manuscripts and Archives Division, The New York Public Library
- Repository
- Manuscripts and Archives Division
- Access to materials
- Request an in-person research appointment.
George H. Bell (1878-1965) was a real estate agent in New York City who served as commissioner of licenses from 1914 to 1918 during the administration of Mayor John Purroy Mitchel. Collection consists of correspondence, photographs and memorabilia concerning Bell's service as commissioner of licenses. Papers include an album of photographs depicting the mayoral campaign of 1913, portraits of Bell and others, and memorabilia such as campaign pamphlets, invitations and clippings.
Administrative information
Source of acquisition
Gift, Bell, William Gardner, 1986Using the collection
Location
Manuscripts and Archives DivisionStephen A. Schwarzman Building
Fifth Avenue at 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018-2788
Brooke Russell Astor Reading Room, Third Floor, Room 328