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Political and Campaign Materials, undated

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 5

Collection Overview

From the Collection:

The Tobias Gadson, Sr. Papers holds three small series. Biographical materials include clippings with documents regarding his life and death, his barber shop, and other family members; various certifications of appreciation, or completion of schooling; color and black and white photographs of Gadson with other politicians, constituents, and at an awards ceremony. Materials regarding Gadson’s death include correspondence to and from his widow, funeral programs, visitor guest books and other miscellaneous items. Professional materials include clippings, brochures, a bumper sticker, and ribbons. Gadson’s political career and campaign; correspondence noting achievement in the House of Representatives; programs re South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus banquets; and a Gadson, Sr. Boulevard dedication materials include correspondence, programs, clippings, and a speech of Mrs. Gadson’s regrading the dedication of the Boulevard; and color photographs of the dedication and unveiling of the memorial.

Dates

  • Creation: Majority of material found in undated

Creator

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 linear feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Materials Specific Details

Includes newspaper clippings regrading Gadson's political career and campaign, with brochures, bumper sticker, and convention ribbons.

Repository Details

Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository

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