Collection context
Summary
- Creators:
- Smith, William J.
- Abstract:
- Extent:
- 8 linear feet
- Language:
- Preferred citation:
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William J. Smith papers. GLBT Historical Society
Background
- Scope and content:
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Collection is comprised of ephemera, newsclippings, subject files, print outs of digital photographs and photographs documenting the donor, William (Bill) J. Smith's, life in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, his frequent visits to San Francisco, and his circle of friends. Smith died in 2021. Includes some documentation of the leather scene in San Francisco, leather apparel and t-shirts. Also includes cards and letters from friends, some photographs of the donor's childhood, and a millennium diary documenting the donor's trip to San Francisco in December 1999-January 2000. GSSO linked terms: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_000374; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_000268; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008194
- Acquisition information:
- Original gift of William J. Smith on December 29, 2004 with later additions.
Indexed terms
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Collection is open for research. Mailing lists and other records holding the names, addresses, and/or phone numbers of individuals will be restricted for 20 years.
- Preferred citation:
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William J. Smith papers. GLBT Historical Society
- Location of this collection:
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989 Market Street, Lower LevelSan Francisco, CA 94103, US
- Contact:
- (415) 777-5455