James D'Orma Braman papers, 1962-1969

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Braman, James D'Orma, 1901-1980
Title
James D'Orma Braman papers
Dates
1962-1969 (inclusive)
Quantity
1.5 linear (3 boxes)
Collection Number
1142 (Accession No. 1142-001)
Summary
Papers of a city councilman, and mayor of Seattle, Washington relating to work on Seattle City Council.
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Open to all users.

Material stored offsite; advance notice required for use.

Languages
English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

City Councilman, and mayor of Seattle, Washington. Dorm Braman, as he was referred to by the news media, served as Seattle City Councilman, 1954-1964; and mayor, 1964-1970. During the time he was in office, Seattle held the World's Fair of 1962-1964.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Correspondence, reports; 1962-1969.

Papers relate almost entirely to work on Seattle City Council. Speeches are as mayor.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Creator's literary rights retained. Contact repository for details.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Donated by Mr. Braman, 4/28/1969.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

 

Container(s) Description Dates
Box
1 Biographical
1 Seattle Council, Miscellaneous Correspondence and Lists
1 Seattle Council, Reports - Financial Operations
1 Seattle Council - Alcoholism Program
1 Seattle Council - Association of Washington Cities
1 Seattle Council - Brokers, Stock-Bond
1 Seattle Council - File Index
1 Seattle Council - Fluoridation
1 Seattle Council - Gambling
1 Seattle Council - Garbage Collection
1 Seattle Council - Housing - Human Rights
1 Seattle Council - Incineration (Bonds)
1 Seattle Council - METRO (Miscellaneous)
1 Seattle Council - METRO (Sewer Charge)
1 Seattle Council - METRO (Transportation)
1 Seattle Council - Refuse Disposal
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Miscellaneous and Index
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, City Council
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Comptroller
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Corporation Counsel
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, County
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Admission Taxes
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Coliseum Reconversion
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Lease
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Monorail
1 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Operation
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Operation, finance
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Operation, landscaping
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Operation, security
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Operation, sound system
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Parking
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Post-fair Planning
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Redevelopment
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Redevelopment, Armory
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Redevelopment, fencing and Nile Temple
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Redevelopment, International Fountain
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Redevelopment, Space Needle
2 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Redevelopment, Space Needle Carillon
3 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Surplus Material
3 Seattle Council - Seattle Center, Century 21 Center, Inc.
3 Seattle Council - Seattle Municipal Building, Cafeteria
3 Seattle Council - Seattle Municipal Building, Reports
3 Seattle Council - Seattle Municipal Building, Vending Stand
3 Seattle Council - University of Washington
3 Seattle Council - Urban Renewal
3 Seattle Council - Work Relief Program
3 Seattle Council, Finance and Budget Committee
3 Seattle Mayor speeches and writings 1964-1968
3 Washington, World's Fair Commission minutes 1962

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)

Personal Names

  • Braman, James D'Orma, 1901-1980--Archives

Corporate Names

  • Seattle Center (Seattle, Wash.)

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names
    • Seattle (Wash.). City Council (creator)
    • Seattle (Wash.). Mayor (creator)