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Michael J. Sullivan papers, 1985-1994

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Sullivan, Michael J., 1939-
Title
Michael J. Sullivan papers
Dates
1985-1994 (inclusive)
Quantity
14.45 cubic ft. (33 boxes)
Collection Number
10348
Summary
The Michael J. Sullivan papers contain speeches, daily calendars, news articles, notes, correspondence, programs, and photographs from Michael Sullivan's eight-year term as governor of Wyoming. The collection also contains many invitations and souvenirs from Governor Sullivan's travels.
Repository
American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu
Access Restrictions
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

Michael J. Sullivan, former governor of Wyoming (1987-1994), was born 22 September 1939 in Omaha, Nebraska to J.B. and Margaret Sullivan. He grew up in Douglas, Wyoming after his father established a legal practice there. In 1956 he graduated as salutatorian from Converse County High School. He received a bachelor of science degree in petroleum engineering from the University of Wyoming in 1961. After graduating with honors from the University of Wyoming Law School in 1964, he joined a Casper law firm.

Sullivan had no previous experience in politics when he entered the race for the governor's office in 1986. His victory over Republican Pete Simpson gave the Democrats the governorship for the fourth time in a row. In 1990 Sullivan won reelection over Republican Mary Mead.

In 1994 Sullivan chose not to seek reelection as governor and ran for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Malcolm Wallop. He lost the senate bid to Republican Craig Thomas. He then returned to Casper to practice law.

Sullivan and his wife Jane Metzler Sullivan had three children: Michelle, Patrick, and Theresa.

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Content Description

The Michael J. Sullivan Papers, 1985-1994, include speeches, daily calendars, news articles, notes, correspondence, programs, and photographs from Sullivan's eight-year term as governor of Wyoming. The collection also contains many invitations and souvenirs from Governor Sullivan's travels.

The Subject Files also include materials on the general duties of the governor of Wyoming, including Transition Papers, which provided the new governor with information on the state of affairs in Wyoming and with advice on how to organize the executive office. Budget Papers provides data on Wyoming's economic and budget situation from 1987-1990.

The photographs include many informal pictures of Sullivan at receptions, parties, campaign functions, and bill signings at his office.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are two other archival collections created by Michael J. Sullivan located at the Wyoming State Archives and the University of Oklahoma Political Commercial Archive.

Acquisition Information

Acquisition Information

The Michael J. Sullivan Papers were donated to the American Heritage Center by Mike Sullivan on April 24, 1995. The papers were in good condition and good order. Some material, such as his speeches and daily calendars, were in three-ring binders and were transferred to folders. Notes were also transferred from notepads to folders. Original titles and order were maintained, except for the photographs, which were arranged in a separate series.

Processing Note

Processing Information

The collection was processed by Susan Horan in February 1997.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

Container List

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Subject Terms

  • Politics, Practical -- Wyoming.

Corporate Names

  • Wyoming. Governor (1987-1995 : Sullivan)

Geographical Names

  • Wyoming -- History -- 1946-
  • Wyoming -- Politics and government.

Form or Genre Terms

  • Photographs.
  • Speeches.

Occupations

  • Governors.

Processed by Susan Horan
1997;2008

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