George Overton papers
Scope and Contents
Chicago lawyer, and political and social activist who helped start the American Foundation for Political Education in the late 1940s, WTTW in the late 1950s, and the Openlands Project in 1963. During the 1960s Overton also represented residents threatened by the proposed development of the University of Illinois at Chicago. Papers include correspondence (some with Adlai Stevenson), photographs, awards, and materials relating to Openlands, the American Foundation for Political Education, and his legal practice.
Dates
- Creation: approximately 1950-2004
Creator
- Overton, George W., 1918- (Person)
Language
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.
Extent
2 Linear Feet (2 record cartons)
Abstract
Chicago lawyer, and political and social activist who helped start the American Foundation for Political Education in the late 1940s, WTTW in the late 1950s, and the Openlands Project in 1963. During the 1960s Overton also represented residents threatened by the proposed development of the University of Illinois at Chicago. Papers include correspondence (some with Adlai Stevenson), photographs, awards, and materials relating to Openlands, the American Foundation for Political Education, and his legal practice.
Location
1 27 5
Source
- Overton, Jane H. (Donor, Person)
- Title
- George Overton papers, approximately 1950-2004
- Status
- Unprocessed
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
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Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
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