Ailanthus records, 1979-1992.

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Ailanthus records, 1979-1992.

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The collection consists primarily of printed material; includes flyers, notes from meetings, newspaper clippings, photographs, banners, legal briefs, publicity materials, and reference files. Also includes a memoir by Robert W. Hillegass about the making of the play "Handy Dandy" by William Gibson which draws heavily on Ailanthus courtroom experience and spirituality.

5 linear in.

Swarthmore College, Peace Collection, SCPC

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SNAC Resource ID: 7082306

Swarthmore College, Peace Collection, SCPC

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