Alexandra Fairless Campaign Collection, 1972-2010

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Preferred citation:: Alexandra Fairless Campaign Collection. Cal Poly Humboldt, Library Special Collections and Archives

Scope and content:: This collection consists of documents, correspondence, printed material, newspaper clippings, pamphlets, and photographs related Alexandra Fairless's 1972 and 1976 campaigns to be elected to Arcata's City Council. These materials include information on her campaign staffing and public speaking engagements as well as printed advertisements and press releases related to her election. Newspaper clippings consist of articles about Alexandra Fairless and have a date span ranging from 1972-1980.
Biographical / historical:: Alexandra Fairless initially ran for Arcata City Council in 1972, and placed third in the election, becoming the first woman to join the Arcata City Council. After her 1976 re-election she became the first woman to be mayor of Arcata. Alexandra Fairless remained on Arcata's City Council until 1980. As Alexandra Stillman, she was elected again to Arcata's City Council in 2006. She has also served on numerous civic boards and community groups, and served as a commissioner for California's State Water Commission from 1976-1980.
Acquisition information:: Gift from Alexandra Stillman (Fairless).

Subjects:: Arcata (Calif.)
Arcata (Calif.) - Politics and government
Women - Political activity

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Restrictions:: The collection is open for use by appointment.
Terms of access:: Copyright has been assigned to the Humboldt State University Library.

Preferred citation:: Alexandra Fairless Campaign Collection. Cal Poly Humboldt, Library Special Collections and Archives

Location of this collection:: Cal Poly Humboldt, Library Special Collections and Archives

Third Floor, Room 303

1 Harpst Street

Arcata, CA 95521-8299, US