Paula Snelling letters to Jo Ann Robinson, 1974-1978

Collection context

Summary

Creator:
Snelling, Paula
Date:
1974-1978
Extent:
1 folder(s)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Paula Snelling letters to Jo Ann Robinson, ms3595, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of letters from Paula Snelling to Jo Ann Robinson, Professor of History Emeritus at Morgan State University, regarding Lillian Smith and Professor Robinson's research of her work. Also included is a copy of Lillian Smith's death certificate.

Biographical / historical:

Paula Snelling was a school counselor at Laurel Falls Camp, which Lillian Smith headed. The two were in a lifelong relationship widely considered to be a closeted romantic relationship.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Paula Snelling letters to Jo Ann Robinson, ms3595, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.