Correspondence, 1927-1952
Scope and Contents
This correspondence covers many different areas. In this period there is much dealing with politics in general. It covers the period of Bosone's schoolteaching to her defeat in the 1952 congressional campaign. The bulk of this box is concerned with the 1952 campaign and includes appeals to her constituents to support her and their replies as well as her own endorsements of other candidates. Included are reactions to the Fulton Lewis accusations. There are letters from her constituents during her time in office, urging her to vote positively or negatively on certain issues, such as the establishment of the CIA, the Mundt-Nixon Bill from the Committee on Un-American Activities, and UNICEF. It contains her views on the United Nations, on housing, and on the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. There are letters requesting information as well as congratulatory letters on her elections and appointments to various committees and commissions and on her work as judge. Several letters express appreciation for her congressional efforts and support her stands. There are business letters, travel arrangements, speaking engagements, and other similar letters. Many letters are from her congressional colleagues, which include several important people. There are two letters from Harry S. Truman (September 14, 1950 and January 8, 1951). This box also contains some personal correspondence.
One original letter has been removed from folder 7 and placed in Reserve. One original letter has been removed from folder 8 and placed in Reserve. Photocopied versions are available in the collection for access purposes. Access to the originals must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used.
Dates
- Creation: 1927-1952
Creator
- From the Collection: Bosone, Reva Beck (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.
Some original items have been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used. Photocopies are available in the collection for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 19.5 Linear Feet (38 boxes and 1 oversize box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository
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