Subject files, 1952-1994
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Scope and Contents
The records consist of a sample of subject files maintained by J. J. Belanger, 1952-1994. The records include clippings, correspondence, press releases and other promotional materials, research articles, pamphlets and flyers, legal records, meeting minutes, newsletters, and other like materials.
The LGBT organizations files document institutions which Belanger was involved with: The Eulenspiegel Society, Gay Caucus, Mattachine Society, and Stonewall Democratic Club. Of special note in this section is the Mattachine address book maintained by Belanger in 1958 as the Director of Public Relations.
The AIDS-related subject files include people, organization, event, research, treatment, pharmaceutical, general topic and reference documents collected by Belanger, the bulk from 1985-1992. Those institutions which Belanger was directly involved, such as Project Inform and Mankind Research Foundation, contain the most in-depth coverage.
Dates
- Creation: 1952-1994
Creator
- From the Collection: Belanger, J. J. (Joseph John Bertrund) (Creator, Person)
Access
The collection is open to researchers. There are no access restrictions.
Extent
3.2 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Arrangement
The records are arranged in the following order: 1) General: LGBT organizations; 2) AIDS: people, organizations, and events; 3) AIDS: research, treatment, and pharmaceuticals; and 4) AIDS: topics and general reference. Each section's files are arranged in alphabetical order.
Repository Details
Part of the ONE Archives at the USC Libraries, University of Southern California Repository
909 West Adams Boulevard
Los Angeles California 90007 United States
(213) 821-2771
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