State Politics, 1939-1949
Scope and Contents
Correspondence and literature pertaining to the State Democratic Convention. Correspondence with and clippings on Democratic candidates for state office; correspondence with and about candidates who wish to enter the primaries. Correspondence with Democratic State Central Committee and with prominent state Democrats concerning state Party activities and issues. Programs for Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinners in Richmond. Information on Virginia election laws, and balloting and voting processes. The proportion of substantive, personal correspondence to official mass mailings is far greater in the State Politics folders than in the National Politics folders, making this subseries a valuable source on the operations of the Democratic Party in Virginia, and especially women’s role in Party operations.
Dates
- Creation: 1939-1949
Creator
- From the Collection: Pollard, Violet McDougall, 1889-1977 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access:
Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.
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Extent
From the Collection: 46.00 Linear Feet (46 boxes.)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository