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Joseph Towles: Personal Diaries, 1960-1988

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Scope and Contents

Includes diaries with sporadic entries, mostly regarding Colin Turnbull and their relationship as partners and lovers. The entries recount meeting Turnbull, life with Turnbull, trips to various countries in Africa and other continents, medical issues, work-related projects, and other matters. Also includes loose items such as newspaper clippings, correspondence, and notations on covers. The 1987 journal (labeled number 9) contains annotation in front by Turnbull regarding the lock diary having been broken by Towles.

Dates

  • Creation: 1960-1988 and 1990s

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Material is in English

Access Restrictions

This collection has restrictions to access. For more information, please read the collection inventory or contact the Avery Research Center: (843) 953-7609.

Extent

From the Series: 9.5 linear feet

Repository Details

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

Contact:
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Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
843-953-7608