D'Arcy McNickle papers, 1913-1986 (bulk 1924-1977).

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D'Arcy McNickle papers, 1913-1986 (bulk 1924-1977).

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Writings, correspondence, diaries, teaching notes, photographs, etc., mainly dating from 1924-1977. McNickle's writings, together with his papers from his tenure at AID comprise the majority of the collection. Diaries (1931-1970) discuss McNickle's travels, work, thoughts about life, and gardening. Correspondence (1924-1977) mainly concerns AID affairs and the publication of his works, but there is also a significant run of letters with McNickle's wife, Viola G. Pfrommer, and with Sol Tax and Omer C. Stewart. There is also material relating to the Newberry Indian center, Saskatechewan, and Canadian Indians. Photographs mainly document AID activities in Crownpoint, N.M., and elsewhere in the Southwest.

14 cubic ft. (34 boxes, 1 oversize box)

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