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Dunn, Betsy (Betsy Dunn Papers, 1968-1983)

 Collection
Identifier: 057

Collection Overview

The Betsy Dunn papers consist of a small number of files related to Cambridge city elections and Cambridge civic life. It includes copies of several letters Dunn wrote to city officials or press outlets.

Dates

  • 1968-1983

Creator

Access to Collection

This collection is open to research

Conditions Governing Use

The Cambridge Public Library Archives and Special Collections does not hold copyright on the materials in the collection. It is the responsibility of the user to understand and observe copyright law and obtain copyright from the original creator.

The copyright law of the United States, Title 17, U.S. Code, governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. Under certain conditions specified in the law, libraries and archives are authorized to furnish a photocopy or other reproduction. One of the specified conditions is that the photocopy or reproduction of copyrighted material is not to be "used for any purpose other than private study, scholarship, or research" (17 U.S.C. § 108). If a user makes a request for or later uses a photocopy or reproduction for purposes in excess of "fair use," that user may be liable to prosecution for copyright infringement. The Cambridge Public Library Archives and Special Collections reserves the right to refuse to accept a copy order if, in its judgment, fulfillment of the order would involve violation of copyright law.

Biography

Betsy Dunn is a longtime Cambridge resident. She is a feminist and women’s rights activist and has worked with Mass NOW, the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Organization for Women (serving as President from 1978-1980), the League of Women Voters of Massachusetts, and the Democratic State Committee.

Extent

..21 Linear feet

.18 Cubic Feet

1 boxes (half Hollinger box)

150 Items

Language of Materials

English

Organization of Collection

Series 1: Cambridge Civic Organization

Series 2: City of Cambridge

Approximately 150 items arranged alphabetical by file title

Custodial History

The collection is presumed to be donated by Betsy Dunn, date unknown. No record of donation exists.

Source

Creator

Title
Finding Aid to the Betsy Dunn Papers, 1968-1983
Status
Completed
Author
Christine Di Bella and Allyson Doyle (EAD conversion 2016), under supervision of Alyssa Pacy
Date
June 22, 2015 and August 25, 2016
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge Room, Cambridge Public Library Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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