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144 · Representative Documents: Processing Worksheets UK Archives Processing Worksheet Collection Name: Accession Number: Donor: Current Size of Collection: Processor Name: Date: General survey of the collection Briefly explain the organization of materials, conservation issues to be addressed, whether the materials are in folders/loose in boxes, and related issues to give an overview of the collection. Estimate processing time required. Brief description: Current Organization: Conservation Issues (rusting staples, newspaper, etc.): What types of materials are in the collection? Check all that apply. If any of the materials show any sign of deterioration indicate problem. i.e. brittle paper, insect damage, rust, etc. Type of Material Present Preservation Problem Papers Photographs Artifacts/Ephemera Computer discs Films Albums/Scrapbooks Printed Materials (Books, Journals, etc.) Newspaper/clippings General overview and comments on collection condition: University of Kentucky UK Archives Processing Worksheet
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142 · Representative Documents: Processing Procedures Manuals Columbia University Best Practices Guide for Staff Archivists, Project Personnel, Interns, and Student Assistants