Jonathan Daniels papers, 1865-1982 (bulk 1935-1980).

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Jonathan Daniels papers, 1865-1982 (bulk 1935-1980).

Correspondence, writings, notes, clippings, pictures, and other materials, chiefly 1935-1980, relating to Daniels's work in newspaper publishing, Democratic Party politics, and historical and political writing. Much material relates to writings about the South and race relations, including school integration. Correspondents include his father Josephus Daniels, Virginius Dabney, Ralph McGill, Mark McCloskey, Thad Stem, Barry Bingham, and David Lilienthal.

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