Michael Dorman papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS-0445

Scope and Contents note

This collection consists principally of research material used in the writing of "The Wallace Myth." Correspondence, proposals, and the book manuscript are among them. Galley proofs of two other books, "The Second Man," an overview of the changing role of the Vice Presidency and "Stockcar Butterworth," a book about stock car racing, are also part of the collection, as are poems, most of them unpublished, and copies of several published articles. The bulk of material relates to the three presidential campaigns of George Corley Wallace: 1968, 1972, and 1976. The arrangement is chronological and includes such material as speeches, one photo of Wallace, clippings, research notes, and correspondence. Personal interviews are included in the research notes. Wallace's earlier political career is much less thoroughly documented.

Dates

1968-1976

Creator

Dorman, Micheal (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Researchers must register and agree to copyright and privacy laws before using this collection. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations. Due to the nature of certain archival formats, including digital and audio-visual materials, access to certain materials may require additional advance notice.

Biographical/Historical note

Michael Dorman was a journalist that worked for the Associated Press, the Houston Press newspaper, and Newsday magazine.

Extent

1.8 Linear Feet (circa 583 items)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection consists principally of research material used in the writing of "The George Wallace Myth." Correspondence, proposals, and the book manuscript are among them. Galley proofs of two other books, "The Second Man," an overview of the changing role of the Vice Presidency and "Stockcar Butterworth," a book about stock car racing, are also part of the collection, as are poems, most of them unpublished, and copies of several published articles.

Provenance

Gift of Michael Dorman, 1976-

General

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