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Series 1: Churches, Religious Organizations, and Personal Papers, 1959-1969

 Series

Scope and Contents

This Series contains Headley’s collection of materials produced by churches or religious organizations. It contains written statements, reports, press releases, building plans for new churches, articles, Crises Downtown, and working drafts of the report by the Reverend Robert G. Howes. Also in this series are a number of personal items, including programs and invitations to church services, conference registration, a treasurer’s report, and hand-drawn charts of Headley’s family tree. The materials span the period 1959 to 1969; the bulk of the items date from the early 1960’s. Topics include school prayer, local diocesan business, and prayer service. Urban renewal topics include relocation, building plans, and the effects of the changes on residents. The materials are arranged alphabetically by originating organization; within the folders the items are arranged chronologically.

Dates

  • Creation: 1945-1976

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions to accessing this collection.

Extent

From the Collection: 5.75 Linear feet

From the Collection: 12 Boxes

Repository Details

Part of the The People's Archive, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library Repository

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