John S. Flannery papers, 1965-1969.

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John S. Flannery papers, 1965-1969.

The Flannery Papers consist of primary and secondary documents, memorandums, minutes of meetings, articles, and correspondence related to various Sierra Club issues between the years of 1965 and 1969. A majority of the documents center on the Sierra Club's executive director David Brower, his actions within the club, and his conduct concerning alleged misdeeds.

1 linear foot (3 boxes).

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Flannery, John S.

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Founded in 1892 by nature writer John Muir, the Sierra Club is one of the largest environmental organizations in the United States. The goal of the Sierra Club is to protect and preserve the natural environment. During the past century the club has become well known for its aggressive efforts to block projects it deemed harmful to the earth's ecosystem. The executive director of the club during the 1960s was David Brower. From the description of John S. Flannery papers, 1965-1969. (U...

Sierra club

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"The dedication of the new Lodge at Horse Camp, Mount Shasta took place at high noon on Fourth of July 1923... The crowning event was when Miss Harwood of Los Angeles stepped forward and with much vim and enthusiasm pronounced the words: 'I christen thee Shasta Alpine Lodge (crash went the bottle of Shasta Ginger Ale on the stone doorway) and dedicate thee to all lovers of the great out-of doors...'" (Sierra Club Circular, Sept. 1, 1923, p. 1). From the description of Sierra Club mou...

Brower, David J.

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