Allan Morrison Papers, 1940-1968
Journalist Allan Morrison's wide-ranging interests are fully documented in this collection of his writings, correspondence, and other papers. His years as editor of and prolific contributor to magazines and newspapers generated a body of material that will be of interest to historians of journalism and African-American culture.
Morrison's papers are arranged here in the following categories: correspondence; writings and speeches, including articles from Stars and Stripes, where Morrison was the first black reporter; printed material, including press releases and reports; research file, containing materials gathered for stories on such topics as Malcolm X and "Negro Poets."