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Kellam (John R.) papers

Formal title:: John R. Kellam papers
Extent:: 3.0 linear feet
Date range:: 1935-1973
Abstract:: John R. Kellam was a Quaker and an American prisoner of conscience in World War Two. He later devoted his life fighting against discrimination in general and in particular housing discrimination against minorities. This collection contains his papers relating to his work with the Rhode Island Committee Against Discrimination in Housing from 1950 to the early 1960s.
Repository:: Phillips Memorial Library
Collection call no:: kellam

Newspaper collection

Formal title:: Newspaper collection
Extent:: 7 box(es)
Date range:: 1914-1974
Abstract:: This small collection of mostly regional Rhode Island newspapers contains articles reporting on early World War I events, the Hurricane of 1938, the death of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and on early 1950s reunification efforts of Ireland. Additional materials include microfilm copies of the mid-20th century runs of the Boston Chronicle and the Providence Chronicle, the 19th century Woonsocket Patriot (1833-1836), the 18th century New-England Courant (1731-1735), the Weekly Rehearsal (1731-1735), and few odd original copies of early American newspapers.
Repository:: Phillips Memorial Library
Collection call no:: newspaper

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