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
- Dunn, Betsy (Creator, Person)
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.
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
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.
- 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:
Cambridge Public Library
449 Broadway
Cambridge MA 02138 USA
617-349-7757
apacy@cambridgema.gov
Cambridge Public Library
449 Broadway
Cambridge MA 02138 USA
617-349-7757
apacy@cambridgema.gov