B. Campaign Files, 1960-1974
- Scope and content:
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This sub-series is arranged chronologically and includes advertisements, notes, clippings, correspondence, and memorabilia related to Merritt's campaigns from 1962 to 1974. The majority of the materials date from the 1964 campaign, one of Merritt's biggest campaigns during which she became the first woman to hold the post of state representative in the 68th district, and the 1972 campaign where she was defeated for re-election by her former colleague in the House, Oliver Oxford. Additional information about Merritt's campaigns can be found in the Personal series.
- Physical description:
- 35 folders
Contents
Access and use restrictions
- Parent restrictions:
- Sensitive materials and case mail have been restricted for 75 years.
- 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.