New York Times Company records. James Reston papers 1940-1994 1968-1977

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New York Times Company records. James Reston papers 1940-1994 1968-1977

http://archives.nypl.org/mss/17788

The James Reston papers document Reston's career at as editor, administrator, and columnist with the bulk of the collection covering the late 1960s through the 1970s. The collection, which originates from Reston's New York office, contains correspondence and memoranda with publishers and fellow staff members, administrative and financial reports, writings and speeches by Reston, photographs of Reston, and some records relating to his finances and retirement. The New York Times The Times Times

1.89 linear feet; 5 boxes

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6311715

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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