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Dwight L. Freshley Research Files
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| Title: Dwight L. Freshley Research Files | |
| Creator: Freshley, Dwight L., Jr., 1924- | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1929-1986 | |
| Bulk Dates: 1979-1986 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 box(es) (1 linear foot and 1 audiocassette) | |
| Collection Number: RBRL359 | |
| Repository: Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies | |
| Abstract: Dwight L. Freshley is Emeritus Professor of Speech Communication at the University of Georgia and the author or editor of numerous books and publications, including Voice of Georgia: Speeches of Richard B. Russell, 1928-1969. His collection includes correspondence, notes, annotated copies of select speeches by Richard B. Russell, and an audiocassette interview. | |
Collection Description
Biographical Note
Dwight L. Freshley is Emeritus Professor of Speech Communication at the University of Georgia. His research has included studies of organizational communication and Southern oratory. Dr. Freshley was the first head of UGA's Department of Speech Communication and served in that capacity from 1969 to 1984. He was also the first person to serve in all three of the Southern States Communication Association's major offices: editor of the journal, executive secretary, and president. He is the author or editor of numerous books and publications on speech communication and related subjects, including his 1997 book, Voice of Georgia: Speeches of Richard B. Russell, 1928-1969, co-edited with Calvin McLeod Logue.
Scope and Content
The Dwight L. Freshley Research Files contain correspondence, notes, annotated copies of select speeches by Richard B. Russell, and an audiocassette interview related to his 1997 book, Voice of Georgia: Speeches of Richard B. Russell, 1928-1969, co-edited with Calvin McLeod Logue.
Organization and Arrangement
The collection is arranged in the original order in which it was received.
Administrative Information
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Preferred citation
Dwight L. Freshley Research Files, Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, University of Georgia Libraries, Athens, Georgia, 30602-1641.
Copyright Information
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.
Conditions Governing Use
Library acts as "fair use" reproduction agent.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding Aid prepared by Mat Darby, 2016.
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