The Stars Differ Manuscript
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of one manuscript entitled "The Stars Differ", containing an overview of numerous Central American countries including Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama, along with descriptions of the history, flora, and fauna of the regions. The manuscript is undated and has no author listed, but the first page indicates that it was proofread by Dr. Wilson Popenoe, Arthur A. Pollan, and Dr. Archie F. Carr. As these three contributors were active in the field of natural history of the region, the manuscript was possibly authored by a colleague of theirs. Carr studied under the Boston Society of Natural History member Thomas Barbour prior to his time in Central America, which is a possible connection to how this manuscript came the Boston Society of Natural History. This manuscript does not appear to have been formally published, so it is possible this is one of the only copies.
Dates
- circa 1940s - 1950s (Exact creation date unclear)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to researchers.
For onsite access, researchers must schedule an appointment with the Archives as far in advance as possible; a minimum of three weeks is requested. Contact Archives@mos.org for more information.
Biographical Note
Wilson Popenoe (b. 1892) was a botanist who focused the bulk of his research in Central America and the Caribbean. A.A. Pollan was associated with the United Fruit Company, and also delved into medicinal research. Archie F. Carr was a zoologist most well known for his study of sea turtles. He spent time studying at Harvard with BSNH member Thomas Barbour, before spending time teaching at Wilson Popenoe’s school in Honduras.
Extent
0.08 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Language of Materials
English
Custodial History
Unknown provenance; materials were found in storage with Boston Society of Natural History Library materials identified as "BSNH Library Manuscripts (Non-Members)" in 2022.
- Title
- The Stars Differ Manuscript Finding Aid
- Subtitle
- The Stars Differ Manuscript
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Becca Webster (Archives Management Graduate Intern)
- Date
- October 2022
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Edition statement
- First Edition
Repository Details
Part of the Museum of Science, Boston Archives Repository