The materials in Box 1 of the Arthur L. Kidd Collection document a range of social, educational, and civil rights–related topics through articles and supporting materials dated from 1948 to 1963. This box consists of thirty-three folders containing articles, correspondence, greeting cards, handwritten notes, and instructional materials that reflect key issues and events of the period. Among the articles are notable titles such as “Bombings in Birmingham” and “Investigation of a Bus Boycott as a Technique for Improving the Human Relations of Ethnic Groups,” which highlight the broader context of civil rights activism and race relations in the United States.
The materials collectively illustrate the exchange of ideas, personal reflections, and educational approaches related to civil rights, human relations, and community engagement during the mid-twentieth century.
The folders within this box are arranged in alphabetical order, allowing for organized access by subject and title. Collectively, Box 1 provides valuable documentation of the social climate of the era and Arthur L. Kidd’s engagement with issues central to the Civil Rights Movement.
The materials in Box 2 of the Arthur L. Kidd Collection consist of news clippings and articles dated from 1955 to 1967 that document significant events and public discourse during the segregation era. The majority of these materials pertain to civil rights–related topics, including boycotts, sit-ins, and contemporary opinions on racial segregation and social justice.
These clippings and articles reflect the evolving national and regional conversations surrounding the Civil Rights Movement, capturing both the actions of activists and the responses of the broader public. The materials provide insight into how key events were reported and interpreted, as well as the ways in which issues of race and equality were debated during this period.
The folders within this box are arranged in alphabetical order, allowing for organized access by subject and topic. Collectively, Box 2 offers valuable documentation of mid-twentieth-century civil rights struggles and the media coverage that shaped public understanding of segregation and social change.
The materials in Box 4 of the Arthur L. Kidd Collection consist of publications dated from 1949 to 1966 that document national perspectives on social, political, and civil rights issues during the mid-twentieth century. This box contains fifteen folders including publications from periodicals such as Newsweek, The Reporter, and The Pittsburgh Courier, among others, reflecting a range of viewpoints and coverage related to segregation, race relations, and broader societal developments.
These publications provide insight into how major events and issues were reported and interpreted across both mainstream and African American press outlets. The materials capture public discourse surrounding civil rights, highlighting differing narratives, opinions, and analyses during a transformative period in American history.
The folders within this box are arranged in alphabetical order, allowing for organized access by publication title and subject. Collectively, Box 4 offers valuable context for understanding media coverage and public engagement with civil rights issues and social change during this era.
The materials in Box 3 of the Arthur L. Kidd Collection document organizational activities and related materials connected to civil rights and community relations, with records dating from 1954 to 1963. This box consists of fifteen folders containing documents on organizations, including materials related to the Florida and Tallahassee Council on Human Relations, as well as publications and additional supporting records that reflect efforts to address issues of segregation, race relations, and social reform.
These materials highlight the role of local and regional organizations in promoting dialogue, advocacy, and policy changes during the Civil Rights Movement. The publications and organizational records provide insight into the strategies, programs, and initiatives developed to improve human relations and advance equality within communities.
The folders within this box are arranged in alphabetical order, allowing for organized access by subject and organization. Collectively, Box 3 offers valuable documentation of institutional and community-based efforts to address civil rights issues and foster social change during the mid-twentieth century.