James D. Squires Papers, 1955-2004.

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James D. Squires Papers, 1955-2004.

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Correspondence, publications, manuscripts of writings, speeches, research materials, newspaper clippings, photographs, videocassettes, audiocassettes, signed original political cartoons and other memorabilia encompassing Squires's career as a journalist, editor, author and political adviser. The collection includes research materials and manuscripts related to several books: A search for justice (written by John Seigenthaler with contributions from Squires and others); Read all about it!; The secrets of the Hopewell box : stolen elections, Southern politics, and a city's coming of age; and, Horse of a different color : a tale of breeding geniuses, dominant females, and the fastest Derby winner since Secretariat. The collection also contains materials related to college courses taught by Squires.

23.48 linear ft.

Vanderbilt University Library, Jean and Alexander Heard Library

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Vanderbilt University Library, Jean and Alexander Heard Library

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