Yarmolinsky Libel., 02/07/1962-09/07/1966

File — Box: 26, Folder: 8

Identifier: GAMMS440.11.698

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Materials related to the conception, compilation, publication and impact of the Case Studies in Personnel Security. Warnke was a member of Adam Yarmolinsky's small advisory committee as well as a personal friend.

Dates

02/07/1962-09/07/1966

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Extent

From the Collection: 57 Linear Feet (50 boxes (originally 38 boxes) )

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

04/10/05

Container Summary

Samples of "insider newsletters" and texts from them read into the Congressional Record. Notes from an investigation of the Washington Observer, its editorial policies and personnel. Extensive discussion of the fine points of libel law in the light of the Sullivan decision. Memos by Yarmolinsky refuting charges made in the Washington Observer piece. As the statute of limitations expiration approached, Yarmolinsky decided not to file a suit.