T.G. Kent papers, 1939-1964
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Kent, T.G.
- Title
- T.G. Kent papers
- Dates
- 1939-1964 (inclusive)19391964
- Quantity
- 126.00 cubic feet (126 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 10947
- Summary
- Repository
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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
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
T. G. Kent was editor and publisher of the "Putnam County Sun", established in 1954 in Palatka, Florida. This newspaper was ultra-conservative with anti-Communist, anti-Black, and anti-Jewish content, among other types of articles, some written by Kent.
Content Description
The collection contains copies of Kent's newspapers published in the 1950s and 1960s, "The Putnam Sun", subtitled as "Palatka, Florida's independent newspaper with national circulation". Also included are extensive topical files in alphabetical order that include clippings, articles, and notes of a wide range of subjects from South Africa to individuals to the Ku Klux Klan.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Antisemitism.
- Conservatism in the press -- United States.
- Propaganda, Anti-communist.
- Racism in the press -- United States.
Corporate Names
- Putnam County Sun Publishing Company.
Geographical Names
- Palatka (Fla.)
- Putnam County (Fla.)
