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FILE — Box: 3, Folder: 13 Identifier: HTC 1

Dr. Doxey A. Wilkerson, Bring America back to Roosevelt's path : flyer ; John Brown Club (Buffalo, N.Y.)

Scope and Contents

A flyer announcing a political lecture given by Dr. Doxey Wilkerson. The document addresses the following political concerns: permanent peace; Roosevelt's programs; President Truman's administration; anti-poll tax fight; exploitation by imperialism; and more. The document promises attendees that entertainment in the form of music and dance will follow the lecture, provided by Sunrise Quartet.

Dates

  • Creation: 1647-2018

Language of Materials

English, French, German, Dutch, Italian

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research; access restrictions are noted with the item where they exist.

Extent

4.4 linear feet (3 boxes and 94 folders)

Immediate Source of Acquisition

2019MT-084. Purchased from Lorne Bair Rare Books Inc with funds from the Francis W. Hatch Book Fund, 2018 June.

Bibliography

Dr. Doxey A. Wilkerson an African-American civil rights activist, journalist for the Daily Worker, editor for the People's Voice, national vice-president for the Communist Political Association, and former professor at Howard University.

Repository Details

Part of the Houghton Library Repository

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