James H. Sheldon Papers, 1945-1971 [Bulk Dates: 1958-1964].

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James H. Sheldon Papers, 1945-1971 [Bulk Dates: 1958-1964].

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The James H. Sheldon Papers document a lengthy portion of the author’s career, though its bulk corresponds with the years between 1958 and 1964. While Sheldon was involved in a number of diverse pursuits, his papers emphasize his professional activity in the Nationalities Division of the Democratic National Committee, the American Association of United Nations, and the now-defunct newspaper, the The collection is comprised of an array of materials such as: correspondence, drafts of press releases and speeches, handwritten notes, reports, programs, pamphlets, clippings, and scrapbooks. Sheldon’s papers are arranged in eight series and six subseries. American Examiner

8.85 linear ft. (13 boxes)

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