Francis X. Talbot Correspondence "Mc" (1938)., 01/16/1938-12/28/1938

File — Box: 6, Folder: 18

Identifier: 21111

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Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

This series is comprised of the papers [e.g., correspondence] of Francis Xavier Talbot, S.J., Editor of America Magazine (1936-1944). There are some folders, however, which contain items from his tenure as America Magazine Literary Editor.

Dates

Creation: 01/16/1938-12/28/1938

Creator

From the Collection: Jesuits. Maryland Province (Organization)

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Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

This folder consists of the "Mc" Correspondence (1938) of Francis X. Talbot, S.J., Editor of America Magazine (1936-1944). Items of interest include: letter (Jan. 20) from Fr. Talbot expresses his assessment (i.e, personal opinion) of the New York City papers of the day; an attachment (Apr. 18) contains the Communist Party oath [here entitled the "Traitor's Oath"]; letter (Jul. 23) makes allegations against the WPA and other relief agencies; letter (Oct. 11) expresses pro-Franco sentiments.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

TALBOT, REV. FRANCIS X., S.J.-CORRESP.-MC-(1938): Typescript

WPA (WORKS PROGRESS ADMINISTRATION)-ALLEGATIONS IN CORRESP.-1938: Typescript

COMMUNISM-WPA-ALLEGATIONS IN CORRESP.-1938: Typescript

FRANCO, FRANCISCO-1938: Typescript

NEWS PUBLICATIONS-FR. TALBOT'S COMMENTS RE:NEW YORK PAPERS-1938: Typescript

COMMUNISM-COMMUNIST PARTY OATH OF ALLEGIENCE-1938: Typescript