Papers, 1928-1983.

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Papers, 1928-1983.

Papers of Dobbs, a former national secretary (1953-1972) and Presidential candidate of the Socialist Workers Party. Included are biographical material, clippings, and Dobbs' FBI file; official party and personal research correspondence; subject files; and speeches, writings, and reports to the party.

6.8 c.f. (17 archives boxes) and.16 reels of microfilm (35mm)

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