Weber, Francis J. (pamphlet collection), 1965-1992, bulk Bulk, 1980-1992

Summary

Abstract:

This collection consists of 39 pamphlets, two mission programs, three books, 15 bookplates, 12 blanks forms of corresponence, and two newspaper article clippings written or printed by Rev. Francis J. Weber.

Extent:

0.25 Linear feet (1 custom clamshell box)

Language:

Preferred citation:

[Item title / description; Box "n" / Folder "n"], Rev. Francis J. Weber Pamphlet Collection, (2015.006.r), Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives, Chapman University, CA.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of fine letter press pamphlets and flyers, many were published by Dawson's Book Shop, Los Angeles. It contains the writings of Reverend Francis J. Weber, as well as postcards, bookplates, Christmas cards, and letterheads relating to Reverend Weber and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles between 1965-1992.

Biographical / historical:

Reverand Francis J. Weber is an American Roman Catholic priest, author, printer and archivist born circa, January 22, 1933. He is a noted Catholic scholar, an Honorary Chaplain to His Holiness, and archivist for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

Acquisition information:

Purchase

Arrangement:

The collection is arranged by material type:

Series 1, Pamphlets and Programs

Series 2, Books

Series 3, Correspondence

Series 4, Miscellaneous

Physical location:

Leatherby Libraries

Rules or conventions:

Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Indexed terms

Subjects:

California -- History.
Christianity.
Los Angeles (Calif.) -- History
Printing--California--History.

Names:

Weber, Francis J. , Rev.

Restrictions:

This collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

There are no restrictions on the use of this material except where previously copyrighted material is concerned. It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain all permissions.

Preferred citation:

[Item title / description; Box "n" / Folder "n"], Rev. Francis J. Weber Pamphlet Collection, (2015.006.r), Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives, Chapman University, CA.

Location of this collection:

Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives, Special Collections

One University Drive

Orange, CA 92866, US

Contact:

(714) 532-7719

speccoll@chapman.edu

Website

Summary

Extent:

(1 folder)

Language:

Background

Scope and content:

This series contains two San Buenaventura Mission programs, and 39 pamphlets:

A List of Writings of Rev. Francis J. Weber

Teaching Students About the Mission

Building a Foundation for the Future

The Msgr. Francis J. Weber Collection on American Catholic Church History

The Rebirth of a Library

Restoration at the California Missions

The Masterkey Vol. 39

Father was a Dictator

An Historical Perspective (Timothy Manning)

A Cardinal for California's Southland

Timothy Cardinal Manning

Our Lady of the Archives

Novena to Blessed Junipero Serra

The Francis J. Weber Miniature Book Collection

Historical Sketch of San Buenaventura Mission

The Ezcaray Altar Pieces at San Fernando Mission

Los Angeles Corral (Number 186)

The Books of the California Missions

Fray Junipero Serra: Hero of California

Archival Sources for the history of the Catholic Religion in California

Centennial for a Cathedral

Descanse en Paz, Amigo Mio Carey Stanton

At the Feet of History

Archdiocese of Los Angeles Archival Center

Christ on Wilshire Boulevard

The Ezcaray Chapel Furnishings

A Californian's Prayer

The Chancery Archives of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles: An Historical Perspective

Hoja Volante (Number 155)

Hoja Volante (Number 156)

California Participation in the Spirit of 1776

Joaquin Adam y Tous

Dedication Ceremonies Archival Center Archdiocese of Los Angeles

A New Archival Center

The Roman Catholic Church

Some Reminiscences about Fray Junipero Serra

The Estelle Doheny Collection of Californiana

The Triumph of David

Cathlicity in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles

Archdiocese of Los Angeles: From its Establishment to the Present

Mission San Gabriel's Bicentennial

John Joseph Cantwell: His Excellency of Los Angeles

Summary

Extent:

(1 folder)

Language:

Background

Scope and content:

This series contains three books written by Weber:

The Holy Father in California's Southland

A Select Bibliography to California Catholic Literature 1856-1974

Baltimore's Cathedral

Summary

Extent:

(1 folder)

Language:

Background

Scope and content:

This series contains four blank letter heads, three Christmas cards, and three postcards printed by Weber.

Summary

Extent:

(1 folder)

Language:

Background

Scope and content:

This series contains:

one business card

two library record templates

two rememberance cards

Fifty Priestly Years

Bibliotheca Sancti Bonaventurae

complaint blank

labelled card "Msgr. F.J. Weber"

Archival Center Slip

American Catholic Church History library slip

laminated picture signed "Pius Pp. XII

Ex Libris sticker

three "Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles Rogad por nosotros"