Randall Henderson papers, 1905-1981 (bulk 1930-1970).

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Henderson, Randall. Randall Henderson papers, 1905-1981 (bulk 1930-1970).

Randall Henderson papers, 1905-1981 (bulk 1930-1970).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/503176150

Correspondence, manuscripts, and printed materials relating to Henderson's professional and personal life. Of particular note are Henderson's activities as editor of Desert Magazine and other publications, his work as a desert conservationist, and his contributions to the development of Palm Desert. The bulk of the collection relates to Henderson's desert-related activities. The collection contains manuscripts and printed matter from Henderson's career as an editor and writer on desert topics, focusing on his work as founder and president of Desert Magazine. Manuscripts of Henderson's writings in the collection include several articles and an unpublished novel, In the Sunlight of Tomorrow. Substantive correspondence documents the disagreement between Randall Henderson and his brother, Clifford, over their relative roles in the founding and development of the city of Palm Desert. The collection also contains printed matter, internal documents, and manuscripts from Henderson's involvement with desert conservation organizations, most notably the Desert Protective Council, of which he was a founder. Personal documents include diaries and logs of desert expeditions, as well as materials relating to the life and work of Henderson's second wife, Cyria Henderson. The collection includes a wide range of photographs of the Hendersons at various stages in their lives.

16 boxes (6.4 linear feet)

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