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Guide to the Algernon Lee Papers
TAM.014
Descriptive Summary
| Creator:
|
Lee, Algernon |
| Title: |
Algernon Lee Papers |
| Dates [inclusive]: |
1861-1954, (Bulk 1896-1954) |
| Dates [bulk]: |
Bulk, 1896-1954 |
| Abstract:
|
Algernon Lee (1873-1954), served as the editor of several socialist publications,
including
The Worker,
The Daily Call, and
The New Leaderin New York City. He was also the Director of Education at the Rand School of Social
Science. From 1909-1954. Lee was one of several Socialist members of the New York
City Board of Aldermen temporarily prevented from taking office following his 1919
re-election. Lee also served one term as the national chairman of the Socialist Party
following Morris Hillquit's death in 1933. The collection contains correspondence
with many leading U.S. and European socialists, published and unpublished writings,
radio scripts, emphemera, memorabilia, reading notes, miscellaneous materials and
the Civil War letters of Pvt. James Lee. The collection has been microfilmed (except
for series XIV), and patrons must use microfilm (R7124, reels 58-62).
|
| Quantity: |
4.0 linear feet (8 boxes) |
| Call Phrase: |
TAM.014 |
