Identity elements
Reference code
Name and location of repository
Level of description
Collection
Title
Charles Begole Cumings Collection
Date(s)
- 1904 - 1911 (Creation)
Extent
One acid-free folder.
Content and structure elements
Scope and content
Sales catalogs of three Whiting automobile models and carriages for the Flint Wagon Works.
System of arrangement
Past practices described the contents of this collection individually. Each item received an object ID number and was treated as a distinct artifact. Records have been reunited, but their original order may have been lost.
Conditions of access and use elements
Conditions governing access
No restrictions. Contact the Collections Department to arrange use for research.
Physical access
Housed in a single acid-free folder in a Hollinger box.
Both catalogs are fragile. Handle with care.
Technical access
Conditions governing reproduction
No restrictions. Reproductions are done and charged in accordance with Sloan Museum Archives Fee Service Policy.
Languages of the material
- English
Scripts of the material
Language and script notes
Finding aids
A downloadable PDF finding aid is available.
Acquisition and appraisal elements
Custodial history
Charles Begole Cumings donated the collection in June 1966.
Immediate source of acquisition
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling information
Accruals
Related materials elements
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related archival materials
None.
Related descriptions
Notes element
Specialized notes
Alternative identifier(s)
Object Identification Number
Description control element
Rules or conventions
Describing Archives: A Content Standard, 2nd edition
Sources used
Archivist's note
Robert Florine, volunteer
January 6, 2022 (PastPerfect)
Archivist's note
Jonathan Kirkwood, Archivist
April 12, 2024 (Access to Memory)