Philip L. Burton papers, 1950-1962

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Burton, Philip L., 1915-
Title
Philip L. Burton papers
Dates
1950-1962 (inclusive)
Quantity
.83 linear feet
Collection Number
0530 (Accession No. 0530-001)
Summary
Lawyer and civic leader of Seattle, Washington
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
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Languages
English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

Philip L. Burton received a B.S. degree in Business Administration at Kansas Univerity, Lawrence, Kansas, and a Law Degree at Washburn Municipal University, Topeka, Kansas, in 1949. He was appointed to the Washington State Board of Prison Terms and Paroles in October, 1961. Prior to his appointment, he had an extensive private law practice in Seattle, Washington. He was also known for his work with American Civil Liberties Union, Central Business and Professional Men's Association, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Washington State Board Against Discrimination, and other organizations.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Correspondence, 1950-1962.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Donated by Mr. Burton, 4/1/1965.

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)

Personal Names

  • Burton, Philip L., 1915- --Archives
  • Burton, Philip L., 1915- --Correspondence

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names
    • American Civil Liberties Union of Washington (creator)
    • National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Seattle Branch (creator)
    • Washington State Board Against Discrimination (creator)