Manuscript Collection
Marion Allan Wright Papers - Accession 1609
Files
Identifier
Accession 1609
Inclusive Dates
1932-1983, nd
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
500 pieces
Language
English;
Historical Note
Marion Allan Wright (1894-1983) of South Carolina was an attorney, author, member of the board of directors of the American Civil Liberties Union, and civil rights supporter.
Scope and Content Note
The Marion Allan Wright Papers consists of correspondence by Marion Allan Wright (1894-1983) and by others related to his career and life. This correspondence includes subjects such as personal dialogue, Civil Rights, Capital Punishment, and Wright’s book, Human Rights Odyssey. Also enclosed are newspaper articles either written by Wright or mention him covering major themes such as Civil Rights and Capital Punishment. Finally, there is a substantial collection of speeches, lectures, and short writing penned by Wright that also encompass themes mentioned previously.
Provenance
The Marion Allan Wright Papers were given to the Louise Pettus Archives & Special Collections at Winthrop University by Marion A. Wright.
Copyright
For information concerning copyright please contact the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University.
Finding Aid Citation
Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, Winthrop University, "Marion Allan Wright Papers - Accession 1609". Finding Aid 945.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/945
LC Subject Headings
Wright, Marion A. (Marion Allan), 1894-1983--Archives; Wright, Marion A. (Marion Allan), 1894-1983. Human rights odyssey; Civil rights workers--Southern States; Civil rights; Civil rights movements; Capital punishment--United States
