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John Seigenthaler Papers

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Identifier: MSS.0829
Abstract

This collection contains the papers of John Seigenthaler, journalist, writer, and longtime editor of The Tennessean. Seigenthaler was a prominent advocate for First Amendment rights and founded the First Amendment Center at Vanderbilt University. Seigenthaler also worked for Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and was a longtime friend of the Kennedy family.

Dates: 1920 - 2014
Found in: Vanderbilt University Special Collections

Molly H. Todd Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS.0459
Abstract

This collection contains the papers of Mary Hart "Molly" Todd, first president of the reconstituted League of Women Voters of Nashville. Todd was a strong advocate for voting rights, racial integration, and women's rights.

Dates: 1943 - 1993
Found in: Vanderbilt University Special Collections

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