Elsa Knight Thompson papers, 1935-1987.

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Elsa Knight Thompson papers, 1935-1987.

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Consists of personal papers documenting the broadcasting career of Elsa Knight Thompson from World War II through the 1970s. Contains family and personal correspondence, business files, legal files related to litigation with KPFA including transcripts, a draft autobiography, calendars, photographs, and ephemera.

1 box, 8 cartons, 1 oversize box (13.3 linear ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7710208

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Thompson, Elsa Knight.

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