Papers, 1934-1969.

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Papers, 1934-1969.

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Summaries of interviews of unionists, politicians, artists, professors, religious leaders, and others, and with U.S. officials and other foreign observers, conducted by Alexander during extensive travels, particularly in Latin America (1950s and 1960s), providing information on the political and social climate of the areas; drafts, typescripts, and galley proofs of books and articles (ca. 1955-1965); speeches; and unpublished translation of a book on the murder of Leon Trotsky. Includes drafts of articles concerning Norman Thomas and socialism, and miscellaneous items relating to socialism in New Jersey.

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