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7. Audio-Visual Materials, ca. 1954-1983 (bulk 1954-1968)

 Series

Summary:

This series contains photographs documenting John A. Volpe's public service in Massachusetts, and one television recording introducing the first Nixon cabinet. Volpe was accompanied by a photographer on most, if not all, of his official duties. All swearings-in and presentations were photographed. Special appearances, VIP meetings, ceremonial occasions, and official encounters of all kinds are documented in this series. Volpe himself is in nearly every frame, posing with recipients of awards, visiting dignitaries and celebrities, members of honored organizations, and various constituents. The photographs are particularly useful in providing a comprehensive visual companion to the detailed documentation of public service found in the other six series of the collection.

Each subseries is organized alphabetically, with the exception of B. First Term as Governor (1960-1962) which is organized chronologically. Approximately half of the series is composed of black and white 8"x10" photographs. The remainder are 4"x5" negatives.

Dates

  • Creation: ca. 1954-1983 (bulk 1954-1968)

Creator

Conditions Governing Access:

The collection is unrestricted.

Extent

From the Collection: 82.50 cubic feet (83 containers, 1 reel)

Language

From the Collection: English

Arrangement:

Organized into 7 subseries: A. Pre-1963; B. First Term as Governor (1960-1962); C. Second Term as Governor (1964-1966); D. Third Term as Governor (1967-1968); E. Gubernatorial Terms (1960-1968); F. Second and Third Terms as Governor (1964-1968); G. Secretary of Transportation, 1969-1972; H. Other Activities, 1983.

Physical Description

12.00 cubic ft.

Repository Details

Part of the Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Snell Library
360 Huntington Avenue
Boston MA 02115 US