Correspondence, 1960-1973
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Scope and Content
The series includes correspondence pertaining to DuBay's progressive and controversial voice within the Roman Catholic church; his outspoken criticism of his superior, Cardinal James Francis McIntyre, in 1964; the publication of his book, The Human Church, in 1966; his suspension from the priesthood in 1966 and his subsqeuent request for an ecclesiastical trial; and his ongoing efforts to establish a worker's union for priests. Included are telegrams, letters, cards, and postcards addressed to DuBay from both his parishioners and members of the general public; letters exchanged between DuBay and the Vatican regarding his suspension and his request for a trial; and press releases related to his case. Items in the series are arranged chronologically.
Dates
- Creation: 1960-1973
Creator
- From the Collection: DuBay, William H. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Advance notice required for access.
Extent
From the Collection: 3.42 Linear Feet (4 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the USC Libraries Special Collections Repository
Doheny Memorial Library 206
3550 Trousdale Parkway
Los Angeles California 90089-0189 United States
specol@usc.edu