Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
Kit Clardy Papers
c.00278
Table of Contents
Summary Information
- Repository
- Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
- Creator
- Clardy, Kit Francis, 1892-1961
- Title
- Kit Clardy papers
- ID
- c.00278
- Date [inclusive]
- 1950-1954
- Extent
- 0.1 Cubic feet , 3 folders
- Language
- English
Preferred Citation
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: "Item title, Collection title, Collection Identifier, Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections, East Lansing, Michigan."
Biographical Note
Kit Clardy (1892-1961) was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1952 from Michigan's 6th District. He served one term and was defeated for re-election in 1954 by Donald Hayworth. During his term, Clardy served on the House of Un-American Activities Committee, concentrating his efforts on removing all Communist influences from American life. He brought a sub-committee to Michigan to investigate Communist activities in the state, particularly in the labor unions.
Scope and Contents note
The collection contains campaign materials, newspaper clippings, and weekly "Washington Reports," newsletters to Clardy's constituents describing his Congressional and committee work.
Administrative Information
Publication Information
Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections August 1965
Conrad Hall888 Wilson Road, Room 101
East Lansing , MI, 48824
517-355-2330
archives@msu.edu
Revision Description
April 2000
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Legal Status
Copyright: Michigan State University. Property Rights: Michigan State University.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.
Custodial History
Gift of Mrs. Paul D. Bagwell, 1961-06-29. Transferred by Michigan State University Museum
Controlled Access Headings
Genre(s)
- Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
- Newsletters
Geographic Name(s)
- Michigan -- Politics and government
- United States -- Politics and government -- 20th century
Personal Name(s)
- Bagwell, Paul D., Mrs.
Subject(s)
- Anti-communist movements
- Campaign literature
- Campaign paraphernalia
- Elections -- United States
Collection Inventory
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Papers |
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Papers. Washington Reports 1953 |
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Papers. Washington Reports 1954 |
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