II. Subject Files, 1952-1962
- Extent:
- 80 box(es) (38.25 linear feet)
- Scope and content:
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Arranged alphabetically by subject, this series is a combination of routine office communication and correspondence and research information relating to subject areas of interest to Blitch and her constituents. The series consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence, bulletins and newsletters from government agencies or private businesses, newspaper clippings, press releases, and typed speeches delivered by Blitch to various audiences. Correspondence with constituents relates mainly to proposed legislation or requests for Blitch to assist constituents with their needs and concerns with government agencies. Blitch's interest in agriculture and the environment is well-documented in this series, particularly relating to rivers, ports, swamps, and watersheds, many of which are filed under the heading of "project files."
Additionally, Blitch's attitudes and beliefs regarding social issues such as women's roles in government, feminism, and an integrated southern society are evident in speeches, press releases, newspaper articles, and feature-stories. Researchers are encouraged to look through the entire alphabetical listing to find a subject as it may be filed under the topic or under a larger umbrella topic, (e.g., materials relating to Glynco can be found under both "Glynco" and "Projects – Glynco".
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Access and use restrictions
- Parent restrictions:
- Case mail and Name Series closed.
- Parent terms of access:
- Before material from collections at the Richard B. Russell Library may be quoted in print, or otherwise reproduced, in whole or in part, in any publication, permission must be obtained from (1) the owner of the physical property, and (2) the holder of the copyright. It is the particular responsibility of the researcher to obtain both sets of permissions. Persons wishing to quote from materials in the Russell Library collection should consult the Director. Reproduction of any item must contain a complete citation to the original.