Thorne (John E.) papers

George Jackson

Scope and Contents

This series primarily contains materials related to Thorne's representation of George Jackson while he was imprisoned at San Quentin State Prison and Soledad State Prison from 1961 until his death in 1971. Also included are materials related to Thorn's representation of Angela Davis, his management of the Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee account, and the publication of Jackson's book, Soledad Brother .

Processing Information

In 2011 Special Collections staff opened the majority of the previously resricted material in the George Jackson series. Of the material that remains restricted, the restriction period was lengthened by 10 years (from 2024 to 2034). Restricted folders in boxes 90, 93, and 99 were moved to box 123 in order to allow access to the other materials in these boxes.

Box 1, Folder 1-4

Clippings on Angela Davis 1970-1972

Box 2, Folder 1

Clippings on Angela Davis 1972

Scope and Contents

Also includes clippings on James Carr.

Box 2, Folder 2

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee Account (1 of 6) 1970-1973

Scope and Contents

Account records.

Box 2, Folder 3

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee Account (2 of 6) 1970

Scope and Contents

Cash receipts

Box 2, Folder 4

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee Account (3 of 6) approximately 1970-1979

Scope and Contents

Bank statements, cancelled checks, deposit slips, bank books.

Box 2, Folder 5

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee Account (4 of 6) 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Cancelled checks, debit notice.

Box 2, Folder 6

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee Account (5 of 6) 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

3 money receipt books.

Box 3, Folder 1

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Trustee Account (6 of 6) 1970

Scope and Contents

Paid bills.

Box 3, Folder 2

Soledad State Prison - Petition for Writ of Mandate and for Writ of Prohibition; petitioner: David Johnson 1973

Scope and Contents

2 copies.

Box 89, Folder 1

Soledad Seven, #1 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Includes motion for change of venue, reports, interview transcript of correctional officer Granville Boyer. Regarding The People of the State of California vs. Jesse Phillips, James Wagner, and Roosevelt Williams.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 2

Soledad Seven, #2 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copy of correspondence by private investigator regarding Robert Donnely, an Associate Superintendent at the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad, California. Statements by Arnold Martin Chase and William Brizendine; declaration by Norman Gard; articles and reports regarding relevant case law.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 3

Soledad State Prison - Thomas Brenson 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

File on witness and inmate, Brenson. Includes interview transcripts, notes on account of shooting, copy of correspondence from private investigation.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 3, Folder 3

Soledad Seven, #3 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Court records: Memorandum of Points and Authorities; Notice of Motion; Affidavit of Roosevelt Williams; Affidavit of James Wagner; Motion to Suppress Statements and to Dismiss the Cause of Action; Affidavit of Richard Allen Hodge; Declaration of Laurence P. Horan.

Box 89, Folder 4

Soledad State Prison - Miner/Bianco – Impeach, etc. 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Includes copies of: notes, interview summaries, and correspondence regarding witnesses.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 5

Soledad State Prison - Pierce on Indio, Beiz, Catsiff 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Includes copies of: notes, interview summaries, and correspondence regarding witnesses.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 3, Folder 4

Soledad State Prison - The People of the State of California vs. Jessie Lee Phillips, James Edward Wagner, Roosevelt Williams, Jr. Case No. CR 2725 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of Transcript of Proceedings, Volumes I-VII, 7 spiral bound proceedings.

Box 4, Folder 1

Soledad State Prison - The People of the State of California vs. Jessie Lee Phillips, James Edward Wagner, Roosevelt Williams, Jr. Case No. CR 2725 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of Transcript of Proceedings, Volumes I-VII, 7 spiral bound proceedings.

Box 89, Folder 6

Soledad State Prison - Offers, Posters, Bribes, Coercion 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Prisoner statements, interview summaries, and notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 7

Soledad State Prison - Affidavits on fear 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of interview summaries (3) with Robert Teager, Mike Dennis, and Gerald Waide.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 8

Soledad State Prison - Cunningham, re: Bribe, Perjury, Threats 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of statements, correspondence, and interviews with James Ernest Cunningham.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 9

Soledad State Prison - Holiday - Poster, Bribe, Threat, Coercion 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of affidavit, notes, statements, interview summaries, and correspondence involving James H. "Doc" Holiday. Copied correspondence includes letters between Fay Stender and Patti Roberts.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 10

Soledad State Prison - statements on coercion, etc. 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of notes, lists of witnesses, list of additional discovery material in letter from the D.A., William D. Curtis to: Patrick Hallinan, Laurence Horan, and Richard Hodge.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 4, Folder 2

Soledad State Prison - Salinas Californian clipping on Soledad officer killing 1971

Scope and Contents

Regarding charges dropped against three of the Soledad Seven.

Box 4, Folder 3

Soledad State Prison - Clippings (1 of 2) 1971-1972

Box 4, Folder 4

George Jackson: Photocopied clippings on prisoner escape and killing, August 1971 (1 of 2) 1971

Box 4, Folder 5

George Jackson: Photocopied clippings on August 21st event (2 of 2) 1971

Box 5, Folder 1

Post-trial memorandum and conclusions 1973

Scope and Contents

Plaintiff's' Post-trial memorandum, proposed finding of fact and conclusions of law regarding this case where 6 men, imprisoned in The Adjustment Center at San Quentin, filed a civil rights action questioning the constitutionality of their treatment.

Box 5, Folder 2

Soledad State Prison - Photocopied literary writings of inmate James Fox Felix, Jr. 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Comrade Sister, Vanguard From Within, and Billy Boy Jew, among other stories, poems, and autobiographical writings.

Box 89, Folder 11

Soledad State Prison - Nunes, Roney R. 1971

Scope and Contents

Research materials in case law and statistics, as well as correspondence between or regarding inmate Roney Nunes and various other parties. Some correspondence refers to the prison and case law research which Nunes conducted for Thorne and others. Includes prison newsletter.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 12

Soledad State Prison - Alaimo, Carl 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Alaimo and Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 13

Soledad State Prison - "Chacon" approximately 1970-1979

Scope and Contents

Copy of note from inmate Floyd Thompson on a plot to "get" Chacon, "The Mexican, for some personal reasons that the official have." [sic]

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 14

Soledad State Prison - Alvarez, Alfonso Frank, et al. 1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between John Thorne and two San Quentin inmates, Ernest R. Shephard and A.F. (Apache) Alvarez, regarding unrequested "pressure" interviews with institutional officials.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 15

Soledad State Prison - Butler, Robert approximately 1971

Scope and Contents

Copy of letter to Fay Stender from San Quentin inmate Butler, describing a deal offered to him by Lt. Borden Kircher, if he would kill George Jackson. Correspondence most likely dated incorrectly.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 16

Soledad State Prison - Cook, Dale 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding San Quentin inmate mail irregularities, possible confiscation. Correspondents: Reba G. Mason; William Donlon (Don) Edwards, US Congressman from California, Chairman Subcommittee. on Civil Rights.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 17

Soledad State Prison - Craddock, Oscar L., et al. 1970

Scope and Contents

Affidavit signed by San Quentin inmates accusing prison officials of conspiring to provoke racial tensions to create a violent situation. A letter from inmate Thomas L. Meneweather to his mother referencing an episode of violence in which he was injured and others were killed. Trial materials on prison officials.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 18

Soledad State Prison - Dunham, Peter H. 1971

Scope and Contents

Extensive correspondence between Peter Dunham and various parties, including John Thorne, regarding his attempts to have his manuscript, an exposé of the California Department of Corrections, published while incarcerated.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 19

Soledad State Prison - Carpenter, Jerry A. 1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondence from Jerry Carpenter to John Thorne outlining the protest ten inmates, including himself, at their continued confinement in a state prison under guise of treatment.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 20

Soledad State Prison - Elliot, Marion Leroy 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding a potential witness thought to have been in the television room when Mills was killed.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 5, Folder 3

Soledad State Prison - Fails 1971

Scope and Contents

Thank you letter to Mr. Fails in Folsom, for a donation to Soledad Brothers Defense Committee.

Box 89, Folder 21

Soledad State Prison - Fisher, Edwin 1971

Scope and Contents

Letters between Fisher and John Thorne regarding Fisher's request for a visit.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 89, Folder 22

Soledad State Prison - Francisco, Gary approximately 1971

Scope and Contents

Note recounting information given by Gary Francisco regarding Allen Mancino, who was allegedly told by guards to kill George Jackson.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 123

Soledad State Prison - Ingram, William C. 1971-1973

Scope and Contents

Correspondence to and from William Ingram, inmate.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 123

Soledad State Prison - Gordon, Bernard John 1971

Scope and Contents

Letter exchange between inmate and John Thorne regarding inmate request for a private interview.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 123

Soledad State Prison - Greer, Robert L. 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of correspondence, notes, and declarations regarding witness coercion and bribery in the Soledad Seven case, and alleged attempt by a prison official (Moody) to have an inmate, Allen Mancino, kill George Jackson.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 123

Soledad State Prison - Harris, Kenneth L. 1970

Scope and Contents

Inmate letter to Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 90, Folder 5

Soledad State Prison - Holiday, James 1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondence from and about James Holiday, who had been "locked in the hole with the Brothers" regarding a visit from Patti Roberts.

Box 90, Folder 6

Soledad State Prison - Hetland, Gary 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding visit from Thorne.

Box 90, Folder 7

Soledad State Prison - Justice, Frances 1972

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between John Thorne and Lawrence and Frances Justice requesting legal representation for Justice and Earl Gibson, who face charges of killing a prison guard.

Box 90, Folder 8

Soledad State Prison - Jackson, Eldridge 1970

Scope and Contents

Letter to Thorne.

Box 90, Folder 9

Soledad State Prison - Kissinger, Ferrell 1971

Scope and Contents

A letter from Marvin Stender to Richard M. Silver regarding release of Ferrell Kissinger.

Box 90, Folder 10

Soledad State Prison - Lane, Bruce, B-22197 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of an affidavit signed by seven prisoners, including Bruce Lane, on what they perceived as an intentionally staged violent conflict between Black and white prisoners at Soledad Prison by Captain Moody, Mr. Sweargaty, and other Correctional Officers. Also includes copy of letter from Thomas L. Meneweather to his mother, following the incident described above in which he was shot several times.

Box 90, Folder 11

Soledad State Prison - Mancino, Allen 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of an affidavit from Mancino describing Captain Moody's proposal to Mancino that he kill George Jackson, and copies of the letter from Mancino recanting the affidavit.

Box 90, Folder 12

Soledad State Prison - Meneweather, Thomas Lopez 1970

Scope and Contents

Photocopies of: notes on Meneweather; affidavit signed by Soledad inmates; love letter from Meneweather to Fay Stender. Also includes copy of letter from Thomas L. Meneweather to his mother.

Box 90, Folder 13

Soledad State Prison - Martinek, John T., B-20464-A 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of an affidavit signed by seven prisoners, including John Martinek, about what they perceived as an intentionally staged violent conflict. Copy of letter from Thomas L. Meneweather to his mother.

Box 90, Folder 14

Soledad State Prison - Parker, Henry B-4109-A approximately 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of affidavit signed by Soledad inmates about what they perceived as an intentionally staged violent conflict. Copy of Meneweather letter to his mother.

Box 90, Folder 15

Soledad State Prison - Philips, Henry C. 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence with Philips on complaints against the California Department of Corrections and his need for employment after release.

Box 90, Folder 16

Soledad State Prison - Romero, Joseph C. 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, a declaration, and a recommendation regarding parole for Romero after 21 years of incarceration.

Box 90, Folder 17

Soledad State Prison - Shepard, Ernest R. 1970

Scope and Contents

Thorne to Shepard, regarding a visit. Note: "See 'Alfonso Alvarez' file."

Box 90, Folder 18

Soledad State Prison - Tannehill, Phillip Lee 1971

Scope and Contents

Tannehill supplied the name of released inmate, Marion Leroy Elliot, who could help in investigation of Mill killing at Soledad. Photocopy of Fay Stender's letter to Elliot.

Box 5, Folder 4

Soledad State Prison - Waldron, S.T. approximately 1970-1975

Scope and Contents

Appellant's Opening Brief, a court transcript, with defendant Waldron's name redacted.

Box 90, Folder 19

Soledad State Prison - Woods, Charles 1970

Scope and Contents

Woods to Thorne, with Woods requesting representation.

Box 90, Folder 20

Soledad State Prison - Statements by other inmates 1970

Scope and Contents

Photocopies of statements from inmates related to Mills murder. Copy of request from James Wagner and Walter Watson to Fay Stender for legal representation and her reply.

Box 90, Folder 21

Soledad State Prison - Summaries of inmate interviews from Y-Wing 1970

Box 90, Folder 22

Soledad State Prison - Y-Wing lists and reports 1970

Scope and Contents

Prisoner and witness lists, rosters, photos, cellblock blueprints, transcripts of statements. Includes black-and-white photographic prints of prisoner head shots. Total prints: 4.

Box 90, Folder 23

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Albitre, Paul--Avina, Robert 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of interview in investigation of the death of Correctional Officer Mills in Y-Wing.

Box 90, Folder 24

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Baldwin, Richard--Block, John 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Interview transcripts and summaries, as well as declaration.

Box 90, Folder 25

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Bradley, William--Branson, Gary 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 90, Folder 26

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Branson, Larry--Byrd, Cleo 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 1

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Calloway, Crawford--Clutchette, John 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 2

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Coates, James--Cummings, David 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 3

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Daniels, Robert--Duron, Pedro 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 4

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Erickson, George--Espinoza, Rudy 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 5

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Francis, Alfred--Green, Robert 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 6

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Hale, Donald--Halstead, Earl 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 7

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Hammons, Mordis--Humphreys, David 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 8

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Jackson, George--Knoblock, Jack 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 9

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Lackey, Mervyn--Lee, Rudolph 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 10

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Lengyel, Robert A.--Lowe, Chester 1969-1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 91, Folder 11

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Martinez, Cruz--Moya, Phillip 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 1

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Negrete, Albert--Poole, Donald 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 2

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Propp, Gordon Allen--Pugh, Steven 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 3

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Ramirez, Apolomio--Rumbo, Paul W. 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 4

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Sanchez, Gilbert---Suarez, Abraham 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 5

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Thompson, Floyd--Villasana, Manual 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 6

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Wade, Mitchell--Wyatt, Thomas 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 92, Folder 7

Soledad State Prison - Interviews - Yciano, Salvador--Young, Bobby 1970

Scope and Contents

Transcripts.

Box 5, Folder 5

Soledad State Prison - Federal Bureau of Investigation materials 1985

Scope and Contents

Cover letter from M. Gerald Schwartzbach, Attorney; FBI materials related to Soledad Brothers Case; copies and transcript of letter alleged to have been written by James (Jimmy) Carr with a response by George Jackson; summaries of letters by Thorne and Jackson about Stephen Bingham; copies of clippings.

Box 92, Folder 8

Research on state of prisons 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Includes articles, correspondence, and handouts. Correspondents include: Roney R. Nunes, Anthony G. Amsterdam, Emil R. Buchser High School.

Box 5, Folder 6

Angela Davis vs. John Lindsay, #70 Civ 4793, New York 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of Proposed Order.

Box 123

Angela Davis - Names, Addresses, and Notes approximately 1971

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 5, Folder 7

Angela Davis - Legal Brief (Self representation) approximately 1971

Scope and Contents

Research for Davis: Memo titled, "The Advantages and Disadvantages of Defending Oneself Under California Law" by Barry Morris; annotated, possibly by Thorne.

Box 5, Folder 8

Angela Davis - Committee to Free Angela 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

Includes mainly correspondence and handouts support release of Davis from prison. Correspondents include: Betty Bishop, The Angela Davis Legal Defense Fund, National United Committee to Free Angela Davis, Bay Area Committee Angela Davis; leaflet, "poem of angela yvonne davis".

Box 123

Angela Davis - Meetings and Interviews approximately 1971

Scope and Contents

Typed transcription of interview between Thorne and Davis; typed transcription of interview between Henry McGee and Alan Brooks on Davis case.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 5, Folder 9

Angela Davis - Publications approximately 1971

Scope and Contents

Writings which feature Davis. Also includes photocopy of handwritten manuscript by Davis, an article on fascism.

Box 123

Angela Davis - Thorne's testimony at Davis trial 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

Includes: transcriptions of interview with Thorne, Angela's opening statement, research on attorney-client privilege, court transcript of Thorne testimony, court summons of Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 5, Folder 10

Angela Davis - Davis' first book approximately 1970

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence and handwritten manuscripts by Davis: sections of If They Come in the Morning, with Davis annotations; typed manuscript of "The Soledad Brothers" (later titled, "An Appeal"), a chapter in "Morning."

Box 5, Folder 11

Angela Davis - Ruchell Magee: Pleadings, Marin City, #3744 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Primarily includes court documents such as petitions, orders, motions, notices. Also includes correspondence from Office of the Attorney General of California.

Box 6, Folder 1-2

Angela Davis - Ruchell Magee: Pleadings, Marin City, #3744 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Primarily includes court documents such as petitions, orders, motions, notices. Also includes correspondence from Office of the Attorney General of California.

Box 6, Folder 3

Black Panther Party Press Clippings, #1 approximately 1971

Box 6, Folder 4

Black Panther Party Press Clippings, #2 1971-1972

Box 6, Folder 5

Angela Davis Press Clippings 1972

Box 6, Folder 6

Ruchell Magee Press Clippings 1972-1973

Box 6, Folder 7

Soledad Brothers Defense Committee: Bank-by-mail transaction receipts approximately 1971

Box 6, Folder 8

Soledad State Prison - Donation receipts (1 of 2) 1971

Scope and Contents

For the Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Fund.

Box 7, Folder 1

Soledad State Prison - Donation receipts (2 of 2) 1971

Scope and Contents

For the Soledad Brothers Defense Committee Fund.

Box 7, Folder 2

Soledad State Prison - Donation Correspondence 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence primarily from financial donors or regarding donation fund. Includes correspondents such as Elaine S. Wender.

Box 7, Folder 3

Angela Davis - Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus, court transcript 1971

Box 7, Folder 4

Angela Davis - Petition for Writ of Prohibition 1971

Box 93, Folder 4-5

Transcript of interview between Thorne and Dewey Langford 1971

Scope and Contents

Shorter interview transcriptions of unknown interviewee; James Biers; Othal Burns; and Charles Carter included.

Box 93, Folder 6-7

Transcript of interviews between Thorne and: Paul Rumbo; Thomas Yorke 1970

Box 93, Folder 8-9

Soledad State Prison - Transcripts of prisoner interviews 1971

Scope and Contents

Duplicates. Interview transcripts include: Gary Branson, Larry Branson, Paul Buzard, Kenneth Carter, William Clinger, Richard Dublinski, Larry Eskew.

Box 105

Interview recordings on audio cassette

Beverding, Charles - Officer 1971 August 17

Blake - Officer 1971 August 17

Branson, Gary 1971 August 2

Scope and Contents

Larry Branson is on first part of tape.

Branson, Larry (1 of 2) 1971 August 2

Branson, Larry (2 of 2) 1971 August 2

Scope and Contents

Branson was unaware tape 2 was recording.

Buzard, Paul 1971 June 22

Carter, #1 and #2 1970

Carter, #3 1970

Clinger, William 1970

Dublinski, Richard 1971 July 21

Eskew, Larry 1971 June 22

Langford, Dewey, #1 and #2 1970

Langford, Dewey, #3 1970

Mitchell, Harold 1970

Myles, J.D. - Officer 1971 August 17

Propp, Gordon, #1 and #2 1970

Scope and Contents

Long pause at one place in recording.

Rumbo, Paul, #1 and #2 1970

Rumbo, Paul, #3 1970

Yorke, Thomas, #1 and #2 1970

Yorke, Thomas, #3 and #4 1970

Yorke, Thomas, #5 1970

Movie spots, Morton, Lindly, photographer 1971 August 17

San Quentin State Prison Guard, NDIA [or HDIA?] (1 of 2) 1971 September 2

San Quentin State Prison Guard, NDIA [or HDIA?] (2 of 2) 1971 September 2

Side 1 - Gerassi; Side 2 - General [illegible] - John Ebson Thorne approximately 1970

Box 7, Folder 5

Soledad State Prison - Selected court transcripts from People vs. Jackson, Clutchette, and Drumgo, CR-2406, February to May 1970 1970

Box 8, Folder 1-3

Soledad State Prison - Selected court transcripts from People vs. Jackson, Clutchette, and Drumgo, CR-2406, February to May 1970 1970

Box 8, Folder 4-5

Soledad State Prison - Selected court transcripts, primarily from People vs. Jackson, Clutchette, and Drumgo, No. 78302, September 1970 to August 1971 1970-1971

Box 9, Folder 1-2

Soledad State Prison - Selected court transcripts, primarily from People vs. Jackson, Clutchette, and Drumgo, No. 78302, September 1970 to August 1971 1970-1971

Box 88, Folder 1

Emory Douglas poster: "In revolution ones wings..." 1969

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Black Panther Party.

Box 88, Folder 2

Emory Douglas poster: "Afro-American solidarity..." 1969

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Black Panther Party.

Box 88, Folder 3

Emory Douglas poster: "Only on the bones.." 1969

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Black Panther Party.

Box 88, Folder 4

"Repression of Anti-War Groups" poster approximately 1970-1979

Scope and Contents

Distributed by San Jose Liberation Front and City College Radical Action Movement.

Box 88, Folder 5

"No Gas, No Draft, Solar" poster 1980

Scope and Contents

Distributed for the UC Santa Cruz Spring Thing event at Oakes College.

Box 88, Folder 6

"I have a right to my Native American culture..." poster approximately 1970-1979

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare.

Box 88, Folder 7

"Southeastern People's Revolutionary Conference" posters (2) 1971

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Malcolm X United Liberation Front.

Box 88, Folder 8

"Leadership for the 60's, Kennedy for President" campaign newspaper 1960

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Democratic National Committee.

Box 88, Folder 9

"Re-elect Democrat Stanton, Join my crusade..." poster approximately 1970-1979

Scope and Contents

Distributed by the Committee to Re-elect Assemblyman William F. Stanton.

Box 9, Folder 3

"Long Live Leninism: Toward a New Communist International" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

"Long Live Leninism: Toward a New Communist International: A Commemorative Piece on the 100th Anniversary of the Birth of V.I. Lenin and of the Paris Commune; and on the 10th Anniversary of the Chinese Publication, 'Long Live Leninism.'" Issued by Stalinist Workers Group for Afro-American National Liberation and a New Communist International, March 1971. "S.W.G. Note: In Defense of Angela Davis" last page.

Box 9, Folder 4

Nunes, R. "Informational Reference: California State Prison System" 1971

Scope and Contents

Nunes, Roney R. Informational Reference: Correlation of news media articles, notes, comments, and editorials on the California state prison system. Compilation by Roney R. Nunes. 1971

Box 94, Folder 1

Prisoner Interviews: Cooper and Chapple. 1970

Scope and Contents

Statement of Mr. Chapple, B-7392, taken at Soledad prison regarding the death of Officer Mills. 2 copies. Statement of Mr. Cooper, A-86810, taken at Soledad prison regarding the death of Officer Mills. 2 copies. Court document regarding defendants' objections to proposed "bullet proof" shield between the public and the defendants at the Soledad Brothers trial.

Box 94, Folder 2

"Thorne, John vs. Scarborough" November 1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne's notes and a copy of his letter to L.S. Nelson, Warden of San Quentin, relating his encounter with Officer Scarborough who accused Thorne of being responsible for the deaths of 3 prison guards on the day that George Jackson was killed.

Box 9, Folder 5

George Jackson: Clippings and News Publications 1971

Scope and Contents

News clippings related to Soledad Brothers case. Three publications reporting on the circumstances of Jackson's death, prison conditions: Berkeley Tribe, "Attica: The solution is unity" vol. 6, no 6, issue 112. Sept 17-23, 1971. "War Behind Walls," Peoples Press and the Red Family, September, 1971. The Guardian: independent radical newsweekly, headline: "George Jackson: Death of a Black Revolutionary" vol. 24 no. 2, October 13, 1971.

Box 9, Folder 6

Jackson and Prison Conditions 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Pamphlet: "Prison within a Prison: The Adjustment Center" from Citizens Committee for Prison and Parole Change. "Beyond Cleaver" book review of Soledad Brother by Suzannah Lessard, reprinted from The Washington Monthly, November, 1970. Memorandum from L.H. Fudge, Associate Superintendent-Camps, Subject: In-Service Training Recommendations. Recommending "that Soledad Brother be placed on the "must' reading list of every employee in the Department of Corrections." It "provides insight into..a highly dangerous sociopath…[a] type ..not uncommon in several of our institutions…." (2 copies) Notes for John; letter w/envelope from Center for Constitutional Rights, with a copy of a Supreme Court decision regarding an application in the case Inmates of Attica v. Nelson Rockefeller et al. Copy of Village Voice article "Who killed George Jackson? The differences between deaths" by Jo Durden-Smith, Sept. 30,1971.

Box 94, Folder 3

James E. Jones letter 1970

Scope and Contents

10 page "Dear Black Brothers" letter, from James E. Jones, mailed to Fay Stender, postmarked July 23, 1970. The letter describes Jones' perspective regarding events prior to and following the January 16th death of Officer Mills. Also included: an additional letter fragment and 2 envelopes.

Box 94, Folder 4

George Jackson: Letters and autobiographical essay 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

32 pages of handwritten original letters and writings of George Jackson, including: (3) 1 page letters to Thorne July 8, 1971; July 14, 1971; November 17, 1970 2 page letter to Greg (Gregory Armstrong?), June 10, 1970 (with reference to Angela Davis kiss) 27 page biographical writing, 1970, after his return to San Quentin

Box 94, Folder 5

George Jackson: Manuscript material 1971

Scope and Contents

Notes, typed manuscript pages, and copies of pages for Jackson's second book. A letter from Thorne to George Jackson, with Jackson's responses, and a letter (copy) from Jackson to Fay Stender attached.

Box 94, Folder 6

George Jackson letters (copies) 1970

Scope and Contents

Copies of Jackson letters, and one original note to John Thorne, attached to a 20-page letter to Angela Davis, dated 1(2 of 2)/1970.

Box 94, Folder 7

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #2," (#1 of 2) 1970

Scope and Contents

Most of the letters, both originals and copies, are between Jackson, Thorne, and Fay Stender.

Box 94, Folder 8

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #2," (#2 of 2) 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Most of the letters, both originals and copies, are between Jackson, Thorne, and Fay Stender.

Box 94, Folder 9

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #4" (#1 of 2) 1971

Scope and Contents

The earliest letter is signed by Jackson, Fleeta Drumgo and John Clutchette. Many of the letters are between Thorne and Jackson. Also included: letters to Jessica Mitford, Angela Davis, and "Comrade Huey," among others.

Box 95, Folder 1

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #4" (#2 of 2) 1971

Scope and Contents

Primarily between John Thorne and George Jackson. Also included: letters to Huey, Penny, and others.

Box 9, Folder 7

Proposed New York Times essay 1970

Scope and Contents

Letter from New York Times staff member, Victor Navasky, with details for an essay proposal for Thorne to write about George Jackson; Thorne's note to Sharon; Thorne's opening line for the essay, which appears to be all he wrote.

Box 95, Folder 2

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George and Angela only" (#1 of 2) 1970

Scope and Contents

Copies and original letters, primarily between Jackson and Angela Davis Included are notes to John Thorne, and some notes from Margaret Burnham, attorney and school friend of Angela Davis's, who was on her defense team.

Box 95, Folder 3

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George and Angela only" (#2 of 2) 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies and original letters, primarily between George Jackson and AD, with notes from John Thorne and Margaret Burnham; copy of a letter from Fleeta to Angela Davis; card with photo and a quote by Huey Newton (and George Jackson, according to George Jackson) produced by the Black Panther Party Ministry of Culture, from George Jackson to AD, signed also by "Comrades": James Fox Felix, Jr., Bernard d "Kwanza Mojo" Gordon, John Clutchette (Speedy), and Nathaniel Boothe. Also included is a newspaper photo of Angela Davis with an illustration George Jackson did on the back: a manacled arm with broken chain and the words "The Gravedigger is coming armed." (The Gravedigger is a nickname used frequently in his correspondence.) This is enclosed in a Thorne law firm envelope, and the item is described in one of George Jackson's letters to Angela Davis

Box 95, Folder 4

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #2" 1971

Scope and Contents

A copy of a 5 page letter to "Comrade J.O." on 3/28/71; 74 pages by George Jackson titled "Legal Data", n.d. (copy); and an undated copy of an essay by George Jackson, 14 pages and a 1 page insert.

Box 95, Folder 5

Original Angela Davis letters to George Jackson: from caseworker 1970

Scope and Contents

A John Thorne legal file marked "(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #1" contained a manila envelope with a packet of letters to George Jackson from Angela Davis enfolded in a paper marked "From caseworker A. Davis." 3 original letters, and the last 3 pages of a 4th, 15-page letter. Also, a 2-page list of books sent by Angela Davis to George Jackson via John Thorne and Fay Stender.

Box 95, Folder 6

"(Jackson) Correspondence: George Jackson #1" 1970

Scope and Contents

Block print "Thou Shalt Not"; brochure "Expose '72: A way to explain to the American People"; copies of letters by George Jackson given to Sheldon Otis for Angela Davis. 12/7/70 letter, 10 pages (3 copies); "Another day" letter, 8 pages (2 copies); 12/11/70 letter, 12 pages (2 copies); 12/15/70 letter, which includes a 3-page letter from Fleeta Drummond (2 copies, one with original cover letter from George Jackson); 2/16/70 letter, 13 pages; 12/18/70 letter, 4 pages; 1(2 of 2)2/70 letter, 8 pages; 1/6/71 (which includes 1(2 of 2)9/70 "legal data") 21 pages.

Box 9, Folder 8

"(Jackson) Correspondence: Jackson: Friends" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copies and original correspondence to and about George Jackson from friends, acquaintances, and readers of Soledad Brother. Letters from "Comrade Greg" with an excerpt from his book (Gregory Armstrong was the editor for Soledad Brother, and later published his own book, The Dragon Has Come, 1974.) Ref: Cummins, Eric. The Rise and Fall of California's Radical Prison Movement. Stanford, CA: Stanford University Press, 1994. Copies of responses to many of these letters by John Thorne and Fay Stender. 2 original letters from Joan Hammer. (Mother-in-law of George Jackson cellmate and disciple James E. Carr. Carr was assassinated for allegedly stealing funds from the Soledad Brothers Defense Fund.) When A. Davis was released on bail, she spent her first nights of freedom at the house in San Jose owned by Joan Hammer, where Carr lived with his wife Betsy.

Box 9, Folder 9

Alternative Press 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Los Angeles Free Press Vol. 9, Number 26, (issue 415) in 2 parts: June 30-July 5, 1972 "The Soledad Frame-up" Los Angeles Free Press Vol. 8, Number 43, (issue 379) October 22-29, 1971 In Memory of George Jackson: Anti-Repression Rally, commemorative journal with pieces by Angela Davis, Huey Newton, and others. (3 copies) "In Memory of George Jackson: Anti-Repression Rally" In Miami, on August 21, 1972, the first anniversary of his death. Publicity broadsheet, 10 copies (Thorne is a listed speaker at the event.) Unconventional News, Miami, August 20-23, 1972. The Miami Convention Coalition, with excerpts from Soledad Brother, commemorating the anniversary of Jackson's death. The Manual for the Republican Convention, August 20-23, 1972, Feminist Caucus, Miami Conventions Coalition, Miami Women's Coalition, Peoples' Coalition for Peace and Justice, Youth International Party.

Box 10, Folder 1

Soledad Legal Defense Fund negative 1971

Box 10, Folder 2

Soledad Legal Defense Fund, account records 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Check book Check register, 11/19/70 to 1/15/71 Statement with cancelled checks, 11-6 to 12-7, 1970 Statement with cancelled checks, 12/7/70 to 1-8/71 Records of charges for returned checks, 6/18/70 to 1/6/71

Box 95, Folder 7

Jackson: clippings and correspondence (post August 21) 1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence after Jackson's death, including condolences, demands for investigation, hate mail, copies of affidavit by Fleeta Drumgo, receipts, and a condolence letter from Congressman Ron Dellums to the Soledad Brothers Defense Fund. Also included are a letter with attached prison order from Roney Nunes, (inmate researcher) and one from Philip Zimbardo, a Stanford Professor of Psychology, Thorne notes, and a notebook. News reports and flyers include the Berkeley Tribe, vol. 6, #109, August 27-Sept. 1 "War Without Terms" which includes articles about Jackson, San Quentin, a Jackson interview, and a funeral announcement.

Box 95, Folder 8

Jackson and Soledad Brothers case correspondence, documents, and photos 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of case documents and correspondence related to Jackson, Drumgo, and Clutchette. (2) 8x10 photos of Drumgo and Clutchette.

Box 10, Folder 3

Jackson-related correspondence (post-Aug. 21) 1971

Scope and Contents

Mail, mostly negative, received by Thorne and by the Soledad Brothers Defense Fund, "You bastard!" letter from Thorne to the editor of the San Francisco Examiner, and a letter to Thorne from Anne Highsmith Dale of the Quaker Peace Mission to Soledad Prison.

Box 96, Folder 1

"(Jackson) Trial material: Info on San Francisco Judges" 1971

Box 96, Folder 2

(Jackson) Trial material: Thorne notes 1971

Box 10, Folder 4

Correspondence and other materials 1971

Scope and Contents

Memorial service card for George Jackson, notes, letters, telegrams, "San Quentin to Attica: the sound before the fury", prepared and distributed by the National Lawyers Guild, with help from the Liberated Guardian Collective, copies of cancelled checks for Legal Defense, and 2 copies of a letter from Rep. Ron Dellums to Governor Ronald Reagan and Attorney General Evelle Younger regarding the William Fulbright case.

Box 10, Folder 5

(A. Davis) Trial material 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of court documents from the trial of Angela Davis and Ruchell MaGee.

Box 10, Folder 6

Esquire magazine with Jackson/Davis article 1972

Scope and Contents

Rosenbaum, R. "With thou goest: the brief encounter of Angela Davis and George Jackson", Esquire, July, 1972, p. 77

Box 10, Folder 7

Newsweek magazine, Newspaper articles: Jackson and Davis 1971

Scope and Contents

Prisons: "San Quentin Massacre" Newsweek, August 30, 1971, p. 29

Box 10, Folder 8-10

Soledad Brothers Defense Fund records 1971-1974

Box 11, Folder 1

Soledad Brothers Defense Fund records 1972

Box 11, Folder 2-3

Prisons 1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne's collected news clippings from the San Jose Mercury News, San Francisco Chronicle, New York Times, and New York Post, related to events at Attica Correctional Facility.

Box 11, Folder 4

"(Jackson) Correspondence – general, re: Soledad Brother #1" 1970

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence with Mary Clemmey (agent with Julian Bach Jr. Literary Agency,) Harry Margolis (Attorney at Law,) Fay Stender, James Baldwin, Gregory Armstrong (publishing agent with Bantam Books,) Ruth-Marion Baruch, Doris Maxwell; a copy of Jackson's handwritten dedication for the book; legal and contractual documents and articles regarding ownership of the letters and Jackson's right to property as an inmate; copies of letters edited by Jackson and Davis.

Box 11, Folder 5

"(Jackson) Correspondence – George – other published works" 1971-1973

Scope and Contents

Correspondence includes 2 original letters from George Jackson: 14-page letter to Greg Armstrong, (To John Thorne is scribbled out) dated 5/23/71; 4-page essay beginning "Nat Turner was asked to confess…" with questions attached to the last page from Tad Szulc, of the New York Times. Copy of Thorne correspondence with Szulc; book reviews of Blood in My Eye by Stanley Bosworth and John Thorne (draft copy.) 2 copies of typed 12-page letter from George Jackson to Greg Armstrong, June 3, 1971, which was sent to Amistad; Thorne correspondence regarding the request and submission of said letter; contractual agreement; other Thorne correspondence.

Box 96, Folder 3

"(Jackson) Correspondence – Extra copies of correspondence" 1970

Scope and Contents

Letter from Fay Stender to Associate Warden James Park at San Quentin granting permission to various media representatives to interview, tape photograph, and film her client, George Jackson; Letter to Judge Carl Allen from John Thorne regarding disqualification challenge to Judge Horn and pending motions. (multiple copies)

Box 96, Folder 4

"(Jackson) Meetings and Interviews – Jackson: Press and other media" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence; interview requests; interview consent forms;

Box 96, Folder 5

"(Jackson) Meetings and Interviews – attorneys: Soledad Defense Committee 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes; receipts; transcript from press conference 9/11/70 with Thorne, Penny Jackson, and Georgia Jackson; correspondence between Soledad attorneys and meeting summaries.

Box 96, Folder 6

"(Jackson) Meetings and Interviews – J.E.T.: George Jackson" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes; transcript of film conversation between Thorne and photographer Lindly Morton: Thorne/Soledad; 8/17/71

Box 96, Folder 7

"(Jackson) Prison Officials – Charles Moody" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Unsigned letter to Fay Stender reporting on circumstances of Moody being fired from job as Captain of Central Facility, Soledad prison; Moody's deposition from July 20, 1970; correspondence between attorneys regarding Moody, declaration and letter from Allan Mancino.

Box 96, Folder 8

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Father Cowan" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copy of affidavit, signed by 6 inmates, regarding events in Soledad Prison recreation yard on January 13th 1970, when a staged conflict led to several prisoners being shot; copy of letter from Thomas Meneweather to his mother regarding the shootings in the recreation yard and his injury; Thorne notes about Father Cowan; Thorne letter to Father Cowan.

Box 96, Folder 9

"(Jackson) Prison Officials – Max McLallin" 1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes about McLallin (former prison counselor); note from Sharon, Thorne's secretary, about McLallin; letters to Thorne from McLallin; reports, notes, and inmate letters from McLallin regarding Soledad conditions and events.

Box 96, Folder 10

"(Jackson) Prison Officials – Charles Beverding" 1971

Scope and Contents

Transcript: Thorne interview of Officer Charles Beverding at Soledad, 8/17/71; diagram of Correctional Training Facility – Central.

Box 96, Folder 11

"(Jackson) Prison Officials – Officer Blake" 1971

Scope and Contents

Notes regarding interview of Officer Blake by D.A. Barnes on June 19, 1970; transcript of taped interview by Thorne of Officer Blake on 8/17/71.

Box 96, Folder 12

"(Jackson) Prison Officials – John Mills" 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of autopsy report on John Mills

Box 96, Folder 13

"(Jackson) Prison Officials – J.D. Myles" 1971

Scope and Contents

Transcript: Thorne interview of Officer J.D. Myles at Soledad Prison, 8/17/71

Box 11, Folder 6

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Speeches Re: Jackson case" 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes, correspondence, speeches, and drafts; flyers, invitations and responses to events, panels, and speaking engagements; copies of news clippings.

Box 11, Folder 7

Jean Genet original introduction manuscript – Soledad Brother 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Letter from J. Thorne to Mary Clemmey, of the Julian Bach Jr. Literary Agency, requesting the Genet introduction manuscript. April 29,1971; Four pages of original writings, subject: George Jackson, Soledad Brother: James Baldwin: "There has always been…" written on paper from Le Muniche, rue du Buci, Paris 6; Jean-Paul Sartre, sending greetings to Jackson on publication day of his book, in French, with "official translation: John Gerassi"; Jean Genet: "Quant à Jackson…" with translation below, "About Jackson…" ; Typed copy of translation "About Jackson…" with handwritten note at bottom, "Ellen Wright, widow of author Richard Wright, will translate Genet's statement."; A 13-page Jean Genet manuscript introduction to George Jackson's Soledad Brother, written in French on stationary from Hotel Gloria, Rio de Janeiro. July, 1970.

Box 96, Folder 14

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Names and Addresses" 1972

Scope and Contents

Lists of supporters, with contact information

Box 96, Folder 15

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous- Further Investigation to be Done" 1971

Scope and Contents

Notes, lists, memos, interviews and interview notes; correspondence between attorneys and others; all materials related to the Soledad Brothers case.

Box 96, Folder 16

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Political Prisoners – current locations" approximately 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

A list of political prisoners (2 copies), with addresses, distributed by the Soledad Brothers Defense Committee.

Box 96, Folder 17

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Legal notes re: keeping George as defendant even tho deceased" approximately 1971-1972

Box 96, Folder 18

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Consent forms" 1971

Scope and Contents

Copy of form letter and multiple copies of "consent for news interviews" forms signed by George Lester Jackson, two of which are also signed by Thorne; consent form signed by Drumgo and Clutchette; release form signed by Clutchette.

Box 12, Folder 1

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Coverage on Soledad Brother" 1971

Scope and Contents

Reviews of Soledad Brother in a variety of publications, including Le Monde, New Statesman, Essence, The Washington Monthly,; a review by Christopher Hitchens in The Times; Jessica Mitford interview with George Jackson; Thorne correspondence; "Death on the Yard: Behind the killings at Soledad and San Quentin" Ramparts, vol. 11, no. 10, April 1973; Soledad Brothers News, "Angela Davis, Attica" May, 1972. London: Friends of Soledad.

Box 12, Folder 2

(Jackson) coverage of Soledad Brother (copies) 1971

Box 96, Folder 19

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Jackson v. City of SF (proposed)" 1971

Scope and Contents

West Oakland Health Center medical exam notes; Claim filed by Thorne on behalf of George Jackson against the state for injuries sustained in an unprovoked attack by members of the Sheriff's Dept. and/or Dept. of Corrections on April 6, 1971, at the Courthouse at 850 Bryant St.; follow up medical notes re: Jackson, 4-17-71( refers to a surgery?) Copy of press release.

Box 12, Folder 3

(Jackson) George: further writings, essays 1971

Scope and Contents

Manuscript of George Jackson's essay on fascism, with cover letter to John Thorne (28 pages); Typed draft of fascism essay (2 copies); copy of handwritten essay, "P.S. on Discipline"; typed copy of essay, "Toward the United Front," by George Jackson; copy of "Dear Greg" letter, 5/23/71.

Box 12, Folder 4-5

(Jackson) George: further writings, essays 1971

Scope and Contents

15 pages of manuscript, "Using Mao's theoretical springboard…" by George Jackson; 5-page letter to "Comrade J.C.", 3/28/71 introducing 74-page manuscript, "Legal Data." March 28, 1971; Jackson letter, 4 pages typed, "Comrade J.C." March 28, 1971, introduction to "Legal Data."; Jackson essay, "Legal Data" 48 pages typed; Statement by Joan Hammer relating incident she witnessed at San Quentin on 11/18/70; Copy of letter from George Jackson to Joan Hammer, describing incident of 11/18/70; Copy of letter from San Quentin warden to Joan Hammer, giving notice that visitations are suspended 11/30/70.

Box 12, Folder 6

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Notes and Memoranda 1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes; anonymous letter with envelope: drawing of a demonstration, allegedly by an 8-yr. old.

Box 12, Folder 7

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Press Releases, September 1971

Scope and Contents

Press releases from Thorne's office regarding various motions filed in the Soledad Brothers case, following George Jackson's death; letter from Rod Such of The Guardian requesting to be on the mailing list for press releases.

Box 97, Folder 1

"(Jackson) Miscellaneous – Defense of James Carr (Death)" 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Reports from the San Jose Police investigation into the homicide of James Carr; copy of letter from James (Jimmy) Carr to his family; correspondence between Thorne and Bob Boehm.

Box 12, Folder 8

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Investigator's Confidential Questionnaire" approximately 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Blank copy of questionnaire

Box 12, Folder 9

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Indeterminate sentence and Adult Authority" 1970

Scope and Contents

Memorandum of points and authorities in support of complaint for injunctive relief, declaratory judgment, and to convene a three judge court.

Box 12, Folder 10

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Affidavit of Richard Beban" 1971

Scope and Contents

Affidavit of Richard William Beban, a member of Marin Grand Jury investigating the administration of San Quentin at the time of George Jackson's death. He describes his visit to San Quentin on the night of August 21, 1971 – the day Jackson was killed.

Box 97, Folder 2

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Death of George Jackson" 1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne's request to California Legislature for a commission of inquiry made up of Black congressmen and women to investigate Jackson's death; correspondence with Peter Davis of CBS News; correspondence and media reports following Jackson's death; interview with ex San Quentin Prison guard; memorial service card for George Jackson (9 copies).

Box 97, Folder 3-4

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Evidence" 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copies and news clippings; statements; attorney notes; timeline; declarations; memos; correspondence; technical and investigative reports; diagrams; report from Philip Zimbardo, Stanford University, "The Psychological Power and Pathology of Imprisonment;" taped declaration; hate mail; copies of affidavits and restraining order signed by John Clutchette and other San Quentin prisoners following George Jackson's death; Allan Mancino declaration.

Box 97, Folder 5

Jackson envelopes held in safe 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

3 envelopes which had been held in Thorne's safe: Robert Greer's statement regarding Allan Mancino's story that an officer promised him (Mancino) good treatment if he killed a Black inmate. Dated March 15, 1971; 2 typed letters from Thomas Yorke: one to the U.S. Attorney General, and one to the Ambassador of the British Embassy. Jan. 14, 1970; Original letter from George Jackson to Fay Stender, Jan. 30, 1970, describing events since the night Officer Mills was killed.

Box 12, Folder 11

(Jackson) Trial Material Re: Soledad 7 – to show coercion 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of reports, affidavits, and notes related to the Soledad 7 case

Box 12, Folder 12

Folder 19: (Jackson) Trial Material – Re: 18 yr. olds on jury undated

Scope and Contents

Copies of case law

Box 97, Folder 6

"(Jackson) Trial Material – Re: Capital Punishment" 1969-1971

Scope and Contents

Statistical reports, drafts of briefs, bibliography of law review articles, NAACP Guidelines.

Box 97, Folder 7

(Jackson) Trial Material – George Jackson/Prior conviction, #1 of 2 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, declarations, memos, legal opinions, witness testimony, other legal records, and notes regarding George Jackson's prior conviction for gas station robbery.

Box 97, Folder 8

(Jackson) Trial Material – George Jackson/Prior conviction, #2 of 2 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

Notes, memos between Thorne, Fay Stender and Bob Regli, copies of case law articles, envelope from the Robert Speak declaration.

Box 98, Folder 1

(Jackson) Trial Material – Voir dire approximately 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Questions for prospective jurists, copy of jury questions from N.Y. vs. Preston Lay, at al.

Box 98, Folder 2

(Jackson) Trial Material – Prisons as industry 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Copy of Roney Nunes letter to Jessica Mitford. Nunes was an inmate researcher who frequently assisted on cases. Production analysis master list, Sept 1-30, 1971; articles and copies of news clippings; Black Caucus Report: "Treatment of Prisoners at California Training Facility at Soledad Central"; "Human Rights and the Treatment of Offenders," by Professor G. Mueller; "The Iliad or The Poem of Force", by Simone Weil.

Box 98, Folder 3

(Jackson) Trial Material – Extra copies of info on witnesses 1966-1969

Box 13, Folder 1

(Jackson) Trial Material – Criminal subpoenas approximately 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Blank copies of subpoenas, signed by the Deputy Clerk

Box 98, Folder 4

(Jackson) Trial Material –Final argument/notes, etc. 1971

Scope and Contents

Two handwritten pages of Thorne notes, including "A Dream Deferred," by Langston Hughes.

Box 98, Folder 5

(Jackson) Trial Material – Research re: Hearings 1971

Scope and Contents

Copies of declarations by Thorne and Stender, letters related to materials sent to George Jackson, Correspondence involving, John Thorne, Fay Stender, James Baldwin, George Jackson, Angela Davis, Huey Newton, Associate Warden James W. L. Parke, Warden L. S. Nelson. A copy of "In Memoriam: Letters of Prisoners at Soledad to the Mothers of the Three Slain Brothers," January 13, 1971. Notes, lists, case law articles.

Box 98, Folder 6

(Jackson) Trial Material – Adverse witnesses on parole 1971

Scope and Contents

Notes and correspondence

Box 98, Folder 7

Prison Conditions (Soledad) 1970

Scope and Contents

Inmate statements, letters, and demands; correspondence; Black Caucus Report, "Treatment of Prisoners at California Training Facility at Soledad Central." Address and statement by Louis E. Wolfson; news articles.

Box 13, Folder 2-5

Outline of Jackson book 1970

Scope and Contents

Copy of May 9th draft of book

Box 98, Folder 8

(Jackson) Challenge to disqualify Judge Clayton Horn 1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes, and memoranda related to Thorne challenge to disqualify Judge Horn based on bias and prejudice.

Box 98, Folder 9

(Jackson) Evidence and Trial Materials 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Notes, lists, correspondence, news clippings, reports, and affidavits of prison conditions, including a copy of George Jackson's affidavit regarding denial of his rights.

Box 13, Folder 6

(Jackson) Photos, news clippings, and defense committee publicity materials 1970

Scope and Contents

8X10 black and white photo of John Thorne with Fay Stender (?) and an unidentified speaker; 8X10 black and white photo of George Jackson; negative of unidentified young Black woman; news clippings, publicity and fundraising materials; John Thorne's handwritten speech, "Let it be heard loud and clear…" requesting a jury of peers (prison inmates) for the Soledad Brothers; book of news clipping copies.

Box 98, Folder 10

(Jackson) Names and Addresses approximately 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

Notes and scraps of paper with addresses; letter to Thorne from Lester Jackson Jr., signed "Robert."

Box 13, Folder 7

(Jackson) Politics of case 1970

Scope and Contents

Handbills; notes; transcripts of speeches by Thorne, Inez Williams (mother of Fleeta Drumgo) and Tom Hayden.

Box 98, Folder 11

(Jackson) Correspondence and related materials 1970

Scope and Contents

Includes notes and letters to and from Angela Davis, John Thorne, Joan Hammer, Penelope (Penny Jackson) MacKensie, R.K. Procunier, US Congressman George E. Brown Jr. Compilations of research materials by inmate Roney Nunes; Huey Newton's eulogy, "letter from a political prisoner at Soledad Prison," and memorial card from Jonathon Jackson's funeral, August 15, 1970 at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, Oakland. Thorne notes; Thorne statement regarding a refusal for visitation to Jackson by prison authorities on November 1st, 1970, and other materials related to the case.

Box 98, Folder 12

(Jackson) Case materials, March 1970

Scope and Contents

Notes, correspondence, research, witness statements, and ephemera related to the Soledad Brothers case. Receipt for Thorne's fine for contempt of court. 8X10 black and white photo of Drumgo, Jackson, and Clutchette with guards and 8 X 10 black and white photo of Drumgo. Copies of 3 letters from George Jackson to "Betsy;" 1 from Jon to "Betsy" and 1 to "mother," unsigned, possibly from John Clutchette (partially redacted.)

Box 14, Folder 1

(Jackson) Soledad Brothers Defense Committee 1970

Scope and Contents

Notes, correspondence, publicity and fundraising materials from formation of Soledad Brothers Defense Committee.

Box 14, Folder 2

California Department of Corrections literature 1967-1968

Box 99, Folder 1

(Jackson) Case materials, June 1970

Scope and Contents

Notes, correspondence, research, and statements related to the Soledad Brothers defense, including a letter from Greg Armstrong.

Box 14, Folder 3

(Jackson) Case history and media reports 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Three accounts of the Soledad Brothers case: one by the National Lawyers Guild staff (Sept, 1971,) and two by Thorne (Aug and Sept., 1971,) one of which was for fundraising purposes; news clippings and copies of news clippings about the Soledad Brothers case and prison conditions.

Box 14, Folder 4

(Jackson) Media Coverage, August-October 1970

Scope and Contents

Paris MATCH, No. 1111, August 22, 1970, p. 26: Explicit photos by Independent Journal photographer Jim Kean, with the story of the attempted kidnapping of a judge and jurors by Jonathon Jackson and associates from the San Raphael courthouse on August 7, 1970; "The Making of a Fugitive," LIFE magazine, September 11, 1970. Cover story and photo: "Wanted by the FBI: Angela Davis"; "Les trios de Soledad et la justice Americaine," by Marc Block-Michel and Patrick Ruel. Politique Hebdo, no. 3, October, 1970, p. 19. Attached is a letter and envelope addressed to Thorne from the author, Block-Michel.

Box 14, Folder 5

Prison Conditions – Media and Reports 1970

Scope and Contents

"When Punishment is a Crime," by Ramsey Clark, Playboy, Nov., 1970, p. 100; Black Caucus Report: "The Treatment of Prisoners at California Training Facility at Soledad Central," The California State Legislature, July, 1970. (2 copies)

Box 14, Folder 6

(Jackson) Copies of news clippings, August 1970

Scope and Contents

Copies of news clippings about the Soledad Brothers, the Soledad 7, Angela Davis, and the San Raphael courthouse hostage shootings.

Box 14, Folder 7

(Jackson) Exhibit A – selected copies of news clippings, August 1970

Scope and Contents

Selected news clippings from an envelope marked "Exhibit A" and the words "notice of motion to continue trial date filed 9/10/70.

Box 14, Folder 8

(Jackson) Copies of news clipping, July 1970

Scope and Contents

Copies of news clippings about the Soledad Brothers and Angela Davis

Box 99, Folder 2

(Jackson) The "Marcia" letters 1970

Scope and Contents

12 typed letters from Marcia to George Jackson discussing love, revolution, philosophy, politics and poetry.

Box 14, Folder 9

(Jackson) Affidavits – Copies 1970

Scope and Contents

Copies of affidavits taken in San Diego to determine local coverage and knowledge of the San Raphael Courthouse shootout and what role, if any, Angela Davis played.

Box 15, Folder 1

Voiredire Checklist (Civil and Criminal) undated

Scope and Contents

Notes, instructions, pamphlets, case law – not Thorne's handwriting

Box 15, Folder 2

(Jackson) Soledad Brothers Defense Committee 1970

Scope and Contents

Notes, proposed organizational structure, and fundraising materials for the committee

Box 15, Folder 3

(Jackson) Letters to George 1971

Scope and Contents

Letters to George Jackson from his mother, sister Penny, Betsy, Fay Stender, and Karen (Wald? The journalist for alternative press?) asking to correspond with him and with Clutchette and Drumgo in order to better represent them in the press.)

Box 99, Folder 3

(Jackson) Pretrial Materials 1970

Scope and Contents

Notes, memos, correspondence, and community organizing related to the Soledad Brothers case. Correspondence related to Thorne's Contempt of Court.

Box 99, Folder 4

(Jackson) Trial Preparations 1970

Scope and Contents

Jury questions, exhibits, petitions, to do lists.

Box 99, Folder 5

(Jackson) Change of Venue 1970

Scope and Contents

Research related to request for change of venue

Box 15, Folder 4

(Jackson) Evidence File 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Published materials marked "Evidence File" such as "Our Brother's Keeper," in Sermon of the Month and "Crime and Punishment in America" in The Center Magazine.

Box 15, Folder 5

State of California Dept. of Corrections: Rules 1967

Box 123

"Angela Davis – JET: Davis/Items for discussion" 1971

Scope and Contents

2 letters from Lester (Robert) Jackson, father of Jonathon and George, to John Thorne, 5/21/71 and 5/22/71; Thorne notes; Court order allowing A. Davis to confer with experts and material witnesses under specified conditions.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 99, Folder 7

From Daniel, in London, to J. Thorne 1971

Scope and Contents

A two page letter to Thorne (to be shared with Penny Jackson) and the transcript of BBC's "Line Up" with Michael Dean speaking to John Thorne, Penny Jackson, and James Baldwin, recorded before Jackson's death and aired on the day when his trial should have begun; British news clippings also sent with the letter and transcript.

Box 15, Folder 6-7

Alternative and mainstream publications 1970-1971

Box 99, Folder 8

(Jackson) Correspondence 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Letters, primarily to John Thorne, related to Soledad Brothers case, including 3 letters from Fleeta Drumgo. Also includes letters to the Defense Fund and George Jackson.

Box 99, Folder 9

(Jackson/Davis) Thorne notes and ephemera 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Notes, memos, lists, addresses.

Box 99, Folder 10

Soledad Brothers Case Materials 1971

Scope and Contents

Telegrams, correspondence, court orders, affidavits, declarations, memoranda, and witness lists.

Box 15, Folder 8

Publicity/Fundraising Materials – Free Angela Davis 1971

Scope and Contents

Publicity, fundraising, and informational materials about Angela Davis, Ruchell MaGee, the Soledad Brothers, and other political prisoners. Articles about the Soledad Brothers. Memorandum by Barry Morris, "People v. Davis: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Defending Oneself in California."

Box 99, Folder 11

(Jackson) Correspondence 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence to Thorne and George Jackson related to prison, the Soledad Brothers case, the book, and the Defense Fund; handwritten note from Jackson to sister Penny; original letter from Jackson to Thorne with a list of requested books, 3/3/71, 2 pages; consent and release forms signed by Jackson, Drumgo; bills; copies of (5) Jackson letters, (2) Davis letters; copy of "The Brave Free World: America's Most Wanted Criminal" by Herbert Aptheker about Angela Davis. Correspondence between Joan Hammer and San Quentin wardens, and affidavits by Hammer, regarding suspension of her visitation rights. Correspondents include: James W.L. Park, Associate Warden at San Quentin, Elaine S. Wender, Attorney at Law, L.S Nelson, Warden at San Quentin, R.K. Procunier, Director of Dept. of Corrections, Greg Armstrong, Fleeta Drumgo, Mervyn Dymally, Chairman of Senate Democratic Caucus, CA Legislature, Mary Clemmy, agent with Julian Bach Literary Agency, Robert Manning, Editor in Chief of Atlantic Monthly, Floyd J. Silliman, Lynne Urbank, KJAZ, Edward K. Barnes, Assistant District Attorney, Thais Couraud, Lester Jackson, Joan Hammer.

Box 99, Folder 12

(Jackson) Thorne Notes 1971

Scope and Contents

Typed and handwritten notes by Thorne; memos and ephemera.

Box 99, Folder 13

(Jackson) Notes and Correspondence 1971

Scope and Contents

Original letter from Jackson to Thorne, 7/20/71; collection of envelopes from letters sent to Jackson; copy of report from S.B. Defense Committee branches (San Francisco, San Jose, and Santa Cruz) regarding internal strife; Thorne notes and ephemera; copy of "The Radicalization of Angela Davis," by Charles Sanders; consent for interview forms signed by Jackson; correspondence related to the receipt of $3500 from the DJB Foundation, via Ruth Jacobs, for Thorne's Prison Rights Project.

Box 15, Folder 9

Thames Television transcripts 1971

Scope and Contents

Transcripts of 2 episodes of "This Week": "Angela Davis – Martyr or Conspirator," 11/4/71, with reporter Peter Taylor interviewing Angela Davis, Marin D.A.,William Bales, and Davis' chief attorney, Howard Moore, with quotes from Nixon and the Reverend Cecil Williams; "Death in the Prison Yard," 9/23/71. Interviews with A. Davis, Georgia Jackson, the warden, a guard, and clips of George Jackson.

Box 16, Folder 1

Kenneth V. Cockrel 1969

Scope and Contents

Copies of materials related to "SGA as to Kenneth V. Cockrel, an attorney State Bar File No. 27038

Box 16, Folder 2

Social Justice Issues: California Prisons 1966-1971

Scope and Contents

Including The Black Scholar, April-May, 1971 featuring the writings of Black prisoners; "Prisons and People" by John Paul Menzel, Jr.; PSI report: "A Study of the Characteristics and Recidivism Experience of California Prisoners" contracted by the State of California; copies of news clippings.

Box 16, Folder 3

Social Justice, Civil Liberties, Vietnam 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Pamphlets, newsletters, journals, reports, and testimonials, including About the Constitution of the United States: A Scriptographic Study Unit, by the National Emergency Civil Liberties Committee, Liberation, Vol. 15, No. 2, April, 1970; Legal Street Sheets #1-6, by the regional office staff of the National Lawyers Guild.

Box 123

Angela Davis - Ruchell Magee, Evidence 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes on Davis' statement on shootout incident. Correspondents include: Charles Day, Ruchell Magee.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 16, Folder 4

Petition for writ of mandate on challenge for cause/carpeneti #1 1971

Box 16, Folder 5

(Jackson) Trial Material RE: Death penalty/4500 1971

Box 16, Folder 6

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) No. 30345 Appellate Court 1971

Box 99, Folder 15

Jackson, George will 1971-1985

Box 16, Folder 7

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Challenges for Cause (1 of 2) 1971

Box 100, Folder 1

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Challenges for Cause (2 of 2) 1971

Scope and Contents

Contains notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 16, Folder 8

Friends of Soledad, The Tombes Seven 1971-1972

Box 16, Folder 9

James Baldwin, "An Open Letter to My Sister, Miss Angela Davis" 1970

Scope and Contents

Original manuscript of Baldwin's "An Open Letter to My Sister, Miss Angela Davis," published in The New York Review of Books in 1970, and related correspondence from Thorne. Baldwin sent this manuscript to Thorne with the request that he share it with Angela Davis and George Jackson, who were in the New York Women's House of Detention and San Quentin State Prison, respectively, at the time of this correspondence.

Box 100, Folder 2

Angela Davis General correspondence (1 of 2) 1970-1972

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 100, Folder 3

Angela Davis General correspondence (2 of 2) 1970-1972

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 17, Folder 1

Angela Davis correspondence with friends 1970-1971

Box 100, Folder 4

Angela Davis- Ruchell Magee correspondence with prison officials 1970

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 100, Folder 5

Angela Davis Meetings and Interviews 1971

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 100, Folder 6

Angela Davis Material RE: Ruchell Magee 1971-1973

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 100, Folder 7

Black Panther Party (correspondence only) 1971

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 17, Folder 2

Motion of Production of Exculpatory Evidence/San Francisco 1971

Box 17, Folder 3

Memorandum of Law filed San Francisco 1971

Box 17, Folder 4

Declaration of John Thorne filed San Francisco 1971

Box 17, Folder 5

Petition of Writ of Mandate on Challenge for Cause/Carpeneti 1971

Box 17, Folder 6

Motion to Examine Grand Jurors, etc. filed San Francisco 1971

Box 100, Folder 8

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings extra copies 1971

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 17, Folder 7

Declaration of Elizabeth Cobey filed San Francisco 1971

Box 17, Folder 8

Points and Authorities in support of Continuance of trial 1971

Box 17, Folder 9

Memo of Points and Authorities in support of motion to move def. from AC in Quentin/San Francisco 1971

Box 17, Folder 10

Memo of Points and Authorities in support of various motions filed 1971

Box 17, Folder 11

Memo of Points and Authorities in Opposition to D.A.'s motion for discovery 1971

Box 17, Folder 12

Declaration of Dan and LuCarol O'Neil-Monterey 1970

Box 17, Folder 13

Motion for Evidentiary Hrg., etc. filed San Francisco 1971

Box 17, Folder 14-15

Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus 1971

Box 18, Folder 1

Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus 1971

Box 18, Folder 2

Notice of Motion for Continuance, for removal of protective order and renewal of motions 1970

Box 18, Folder 3

Various pleadings filed 3/70 Monterey Sup. Court 1970

Box 18, Folder 4

Order re Publicity Order re Grand Jury Transcript 1970

Box 18, Folder 5

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings- Petition for Writ of Mandate 1970

Box 18, Folder 6

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings Motions filed 9/70-San Francisco Sup. 1970

Box 18, Folder 7

Declarations filed on 8/16/71 1971

Box 18, Folder 8

Points and Authorities in support of various pre-trial motions 1971

Box 100, Folder 9

(Jackson) correspondence attorneys: Prison Officials 1970-1972

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 18, Folder 9

Jackson, George Greg correspondence with Armstrong 1973-1974

Box 100, Folder 10

(Jackson) correspondence JET: Soledad attorneys and Stender 1970-1974

Scope and Contents

Includes photocopies of letters from Jean Genet to Fay Stender, and negatives of photographs taken by Thorne at Soledad State Prison.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 18, Folder 10

(Jackson) correspondence JET: Other attorneys 1971-1972

Box 18, Folder 11

(Jackson) correspondence John Gerassi 1971-1972

Box 18, Folder 12-13

(Jackson) correspondence General RE: Soledad Brother 1971

Box 19, Folder 1

(Jackson) correspondence General RE: Soledad Brother 1969-1972

Box 100, Folder 11

(Jackson) correspondence Soledad House Incident 1970

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2034 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 101, Folder 1

Jackson, George 1970-1976

Box 101, Folder 2

(Jackson) correspondence attorneys: District attorney 1970-1971

Box 19, Folder 2

(Jackson) correspondence: Books, plays, etc. 1965-1972

Box 19, Folder 3

(Jackson) correspondence Black Journal Appearances 1971-1972

Box 101, Folder 3

(Jackson) correspondence attorneys: Legislators 1970-1972

Box 101, Folder 4

(Jackson) correspondence attorneys: Court 1970-1971

Box 19, Folder 4

(Jackson) correspondence John Clutchette and Fleeta Drumgo 1970-1971

Box 19, Folder 5

(Jackson) correspondence RE: Prisoner Exchange 1971

Box 101, Folder 5

(Jackson) correspondence World Entertainers, LTD. 1970-1972

Box 101, Folder 6

(Jackson) correspondence members of Jackson family 1970-1972

Box 19, Folder 6

"The Revolutionary Priest" 1970-1971

Box 19, Folder 7-8

Gerassi/North Vietnam: A Documentary (1 of 2) 1964

Box 20, Folder 1

(Jackson) correspondence Soledad Brothers Defense Committee 1970-1971

Scope and Contents

Includes Volume I, Number II (May 1, 1977) issue of Soledad brothers newsletter.

Box 20, Folder 2

(Jackson) correspondence Fundraising Mailing Lists undated

Box 101, Folder 7-8

(Jackson) correspondence JET: General 1970-1974

Box 101, Folder 9

(Jackson) correspondence Overseas 1970-1972

Box 102, Folder 1-2

(Jackson) correspondence Contributions 1970-1973

Box 102, Folder 3-4

(Jackson) correspondence Finances and Fundraising 1970-1972

Box 102, Folder 5-6

(Jackson) correspondence Fundraising and Finances 1970-1971

Box 103, Folder 1-4

(Jackson) Pleading (defendants) Clutchette v. Procunier 1971-1974

Box 103, Folder 5

Jackson notes 1972

Box 20, Folder 3

Extra copies on Soledad File 1971

Box 103, Folder 6

Jackson, appeal 1971

Box 20, Folder 4

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendant) U.S. District Court 1971

Box 103, Folder 7

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendant) Monterey Superior Court (1 of 2) 1970-1971

Box 20, Folder 5

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendant) Monterey Superior Court (2 of 2) 1970-1971

Box 20, Folder 6

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Supreme Court/Appellate Court 1970

Box 20, Folder 7

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) U.S. District Court 1971

Box 20, Folder 8

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Exhibits filed 6/11/71 1971

Box 20, Folder 9

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Clutchette v. Procunier 1971

Box 20, Folder 10

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Supreme Court- California 1970-1971

Box 20, Folder 11

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) U.S. District Court 1970

Box 21, Folder 1-2

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Petition for removal U.S. District Court 1971-1972

Box 21, Folder 3

Allan, Judge Carl H. 1968-1970

Box 21, Folder 4

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus 1971

Box 21, Folder 5-6

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) San Francisco Superior Court 1969-1970

Scope and Contents

Photocopies of newspaper clippings.

Box 22, Folder 1-3

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) San Francisco Superior Court 1971

Box 103, Folder 8

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) San Francisco Superior Court (1 of 2) 1970-1971

Box 104, Folder 1

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) San Francisco Superior Court (2 of 2) 1970-1971

Box 22, Folder 4

(Jackson) Pleadings (prosecution) U.S. District Court 1970

Box 22, Folder 5

(Jackson) Pleadings (prosecution) Supreme Court/Appellate Court 1970

Box 22, Folder 6

(Jackson) Pleadings (prosecution) Supreme Court- California 1970-1971

Box 23, Folder 1

(Jackson) Pleadings (prosecution) San Francisco Superior Court 1971

Box 23, Folder 2

(Jackson) Pleadings (prosecution) Monterey Supreme Court 1970

Box 23, Folder 3

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings Hutchinson, et. al v. Procunier 1970

Box 23, Folder 4

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings Death Penalty Motion 1971

Box 104, Folder 2

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings Civil Rights Suits 1970

Box 104, Folder 3

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings Thorne v. Monterey Supreme Court 1970

Box 23, Folder 5

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings Cases other than Jackson 1969-1972

Box 104, Folder 4

(Jackson) Pleadings (defendants) Extra copies; notes on pleadings 1970

Box 104, Folder 5

(Jackson) Trial Material prisoners as jury members 1969-1971

Box 23, Folder 6

(Jackson) Miscellaneous Pleadings O.C. Allen v. Younger et. al 1971

Box 23, Folder 7

Petition for Writ of Prohibition undated

Box 23, Folder 8

Offer of Proof and Notice of motion to continue trial 1971

Box 23, Folder 9

Memo of Points and Authorities in support of Challenge for cause (Carpenti) 1971

Box 23, Folder 10

Pleading combining several pre-trial motions 1971

Box 24, Folder 1

Pleadings re: Change of Venue from San Francisco 1970

Wounded Knee

Scope and Contents

This series contains materials related to Thorne's representation of activists indicted in the 1973 Wounded Knee standoff, including Dennis Banks and Russell Means.

Box 106, Folder 1

International Indian Treaty Council (1 of 2) 1975-1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and materials related to the Wounded Knee -treaty motion hearing; correspondence and materials related to the International Indian Council, and the International Indian Treaty Conference.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 24, Folder 2

International Indian Treaty Council (2 of 2) 1976

Scope and Contents

Black Liberation publications, religious materials, first aid principles.

Box 24, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Native American legal and political issues 1975-1976

Scope and Contents

Court cases involving Native American petitioners and defendants, including the Consolidated Wounded Knee cases, motion to dismiss. Sioux Messenger, Russell Means Defense Fund letter, journals and newspapers.

Box 24, Folder 4

Wounded Knee 1976

Scope and Contents

Wounded Knee related legal petitions.

Box 106, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Written article and speech material 1975-1977

Scope and Contents

Drafts of speech from Wounded Knee. treaty motion, notes, correspondence, pamphlets, legislative "backlash" bills.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 24, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Transcript and Brief Requests 1975-1979

Box 106, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Names and Addresses 1973-1976

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 24, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Motions and Memos on Law – Many Subjects 1973-1974

Box 25, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Motions and Memos on Law – Many Subjects 1973-1974

Box 25, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Jurisdictional Motion #2" 1975-1978

Box 25, Folder 3-4

Wounded Knee - Appeal Briefs 1975-1976

Box 106, Folder 4-5

Wounded Knee (Materials for Brief) 1973-1974

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 26, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Appeal Briefs 1975-1976

Box 107, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Treaty Hearing, Appeal Brief, and Brief Materials 1975

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 107, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Potawatomi Treaties and Water, Correspondence with Michael Lee Big Water 1975-1977

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 107, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Treaty Convention for AIM 1973-1975

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes, resolutions, literature, International Indian Treaty Council, Standing Rock Star publication.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 107, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Vernal Cross and Billy Spotted Eagle vs. U.S. 1973-1975

Scope and Contents

Interview notes, client statements, and medical reports.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 26, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Transcript of Second Treaty Conference – South Dakota 1976

Box 107, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - General Correspondence, non-fundraising (1 of 2) 1973-1975

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence with federal officials,attorneys volunteering to try Wounded Knee cases, Wounded Knee case notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 108, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - General Correspondence, non-fundraising (2 of 2) 1973-1975

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence with federal officials,attorneys volunteering to try Wounded Knee cases, Wounded Knee case notes, newspaper clippings.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 26, Folder 3-4

Wounded Knee - General Material 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Wounded Knee-related legal memoranda, affidavits. Historical materials about Native Americans in the United States, Wounded Knee Legal Defense Committee reports, newspaper clippings.

Box 27, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Motion for Jury Voir Dire 1974

Box 108, Folder 2-3

Wounded Knee - U.S. vs. Baker, Gilbert, DeCora, Ackerman and Means (transcripts) 1974

Scope and Contents

Handwritten transcripts.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 108, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Appeal to U.S. Supreme Court 1976-1977

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding Wounded Knee Supreme Court appeal, copies of the appeal and related documents.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 27, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Jurisdiction (Pleadings) Appeals File 1976

Box 27, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Duplicate Material 1974

Scope and Contents

Memoranda and 1 brief.

Box 27, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Judges' Decisions (Urbom, Nichol and Bogue) 1974

Scope and Contents

Supplemental motions, appeals, orders. opinions.

Box 108, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - U.S. vs. Baker, Gilbert, DeCora, Ackerman and Means (Correspondence, Miscellaneous) (1 of 2) 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, handwritten notes, case memorandum.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 27, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - U.S. vs. Baker, Gilbert, DeCora, Ackerman and Means (Correspondence, Miscellaneous) (2 of 2) 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Case memoranda, motions, orders, FBI reports on Wounded Knee events.

Box 27, Folder 6

Consolidated Wounded Knee - Jurisdictional Motion to Dismiss; Memorandum 1974

Box 27, Folder 7

Consolidated Wounded Knee - Ruling on Jurisdictional Motion to Dismiss, 14 January 1975 1975

Box 27, Folder 8

Consolidated Wounded Knee - Memorandum Decision - Dismissal of Charges, 9 October 1974 1974

Box 27, Folder 9

Consolidated Wounded Knee - Research notes and photocopy of clipping 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

The handwriting is not Thorne's. Possibly Bill Eddy's.

Box 27, Folder 10

Wounded Knee - Notes 1973

Scope and Contents

Handwritten notes on the legal, cultural, oral history, and Sioux understanding of the Treaty of 1868. The handwriting is not Thorne's.

Box 28, Folder 1

Occupation of Wounded Knee - History 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Essays and articles.

Box 28, Folder 2

Testimony of Ivy Goings, 13 February 1974 approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

The testimony of Goings, Clerk of Court at the Pine Ridge Courthouse. The testimony was regarding a false court order, not authorized by the Tribal Constitution, by-laws, or orders, requesting that U.S. Marshals come to Pine Ridge Reservation.

Box 109, Folder 1-2

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Jurisdictional Motion legal argument, November 1974 1974

Scope and Contents

The legal arguments behind the defense motion to dismiss charges in the Consolidated Wounded Knee cases due to lack of sovereignty by the U.S. Government over the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 109, Folder 3

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Related Materials 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Articles, notes, and correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 109, Folder 4

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Compiled Research Materials 1968-1973

Scope and Contents

Articles, reports, memoranda, correspondence, and case law research, compiled by Bruce Comly French under the direction of Terry Sidley, Esquire. Includes G.R. Toney's research results prepared for John Thorne under direction of Terry Sidley, Esquire.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 109, Folder 5

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Witness Information 1968-1974

Scope and Contents

Lists, contact information, correspondence, notes, and articles.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 109, Folder 6-7

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Compiled Research Materials, George Edgar notes 1959-1971

Scope and Contents

Case law, articles, memoranda, and research notes handwritten by George Edgar.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 28, Folder 3

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Photocopy of Malfeld paper, annotated 1974

Scope and Contents

"The American Indian and International Law", paper by Gary D. Malfeld, May 1974; for course Selected International Law and Policy Problems 91:645, instructed by Prof. Burns H. Weston.

Box 28, Folder 4

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Research Materials 1955-1972

Scope and Contents

Reports and regulations on the Sioux Nation and other tribes in North Dakota.

Box 28, Folder 5

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Research Materials 1974

Scope and Contents

Bibliographies and report on treaties and agreements of Sioux Nation.

Box 28, Folder 6

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: "Revised Code of the Oglala Sioux Tribe of the Pine Ridge Reservation" 1965

Box 28, Folder 7

Research Materials – Indian Legal Status and Sovereignty 1969-1974

Scope and Contents

Excerpts from A Short History of the Indians of the United States, 1969, by Edward H. Spicer; 2 copies of Trail of Broken Treaties "20 Point Proposal" paper, 1972; The American Indian and the Land, 1974, by Kirke Kickingbird, includes accounts of the Trail of Broken Treaties Caravan in November 1972 and "Wounded Knee II" which began in February 1973.

Box 29, Folder 1

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Extra Pleadings, Etc. 1974

Scope and Contents

Motions and memoranda regarding United States of America vs. Barbara Jeanne Michel and Aubry Alan Muir.

Box 29, Folder 2

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Motions and Memoranda, 1974 1974

Scope and Contents

Motions for Consolidated Wounded Knee cases.

Box 109, Folder 8

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Related Materials 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Notes, analysis of court order, reports, witness notes, articles, fundraising materials. Includes the National Lawyers Guild Law Student Indian Summer Project Report, 1973, and Thorne's certificate admitting him as attorney of the Sioux Falls District Court.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 110, Folder 1

Consolidated Case Motion to Dismiss Memoranda (December 1974 – Lincoln) 1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and motion.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 110, Folder 2-3

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Miscellaneous Memoranda in Support of Motions to Dismiss 1974

Scope and Contents

Motion to dismiss memorandum; two handwritten notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 29, Folder 3

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Memos Sent to US by Law Students at Antioch 1973

Scope and Contents

Memoranda concerning the jurisdiction of federal and tribal courts in South Dakota.

Box 29, Folder 4

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Indian Criminal Jurisdiction approximately 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Memoranda concerning the jurisdiction of federal and tribal courts in the United States.

Box 29, Folder 5

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Jurisdictional Motions – Transcripts (1 of 3) 1974

Scope and Contents

Testimony of Vine DeLoria and Dee Alexander Brown in trial of Russell Means and Dennis Banks.

Box 29, Folder 6

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Jurisdictional Motions – Transcripts (2 of 3) 1974

Scope and Contents

Testimony of Frank Kills Enemy, Anita Agnes Lamont, Gladys Bissonette in trial of Russell Means and Dennis Banks.

Box 29, Folder 7

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Jurisdictional Motions – Transcripts (3 of 3) 1974

Scope and Contents

Testimony of Gladys Bissonette.

Box 30, Folder 1

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Wounded Knee - Law and Points and Authorities – Various Problems 1972-1976

Scope and Contents

Articles, case law research, briefs and memoranda. Correspondence from Larry B. Leventhal, an attorney also working on the Consolidated Wounded Knee cases.

Box 30, Folder 2

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Wounded Knee - Statement of the case, Part II 1975

Box 110, Folder 4

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Summary of argument and collected materials 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

Notes and drafts of the structure and arguments to be presented in the Wounded Knee Cases. Summaries of Native American testimonies, oral histories regarding the 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 1

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Menominee Treaty Hearing, #1 – Correspondence and Pleadings 1975-1978

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 30, Folder 3

Menominee Treaty Hearing, #2 – Law 1976

Scope and Contents

Relevant case law and other research materials, including copies of archival materials from Thomas Dean Papers, 1814-1836, Cutting Marsh Papers, 1830-1848, Morgan Martin Papers, and the John C. Adams Papers.

Box 111, Folder 2

Menominee Treaty Hearing, #3 – Evidence 1976

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes on Menominee Treaties; Menominee Legal Defense/Offense Committee statement on land dispute in Wisconsin, land title information in Wisconsin, correspondence regarding the case.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 30, Folder 4

Menominee Treaty Hearing, #4 – Press Clippings 1975

Scope and Contents

One press clipping on the Menominee land dispute from the San Francisco Chronicle.

Box 111, Folder 3

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Defendant and Subject Files, DeCora, Marianne 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Defendant file of Marianne DeCora.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 4

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Defendant and Subject Files, Baker, Vaugn 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Defendant file of Vaughn Dix Baker.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 5

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Defendant and Subject Files, Tonia Ackerman, Madonna Gilbert, Lorelei DeCora Means, #5019 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Defendant file of Tonia Ackerman, Madonna Gilbert, Lorelei DeCora Means.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 6

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Defendant and Subject Files, Calico Meetings 1973

Scope and Contents

Interview questionnaires containing information from individuals who attended meetings at Calico Hall in 1973.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 7

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Court appointment by Urbom: Expenses 1974-1977

Scope and Contents

Receipts, claim forms and expense-related correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 8

Skyhorse/Mohawk Liberation Committee 1976

Scope and Contents

Letter and background information on the Skyhorse/Mohawk Judicial Liberation Committee, with request for legal assistance; copy of letter from Michael D. Bradbury, Ventura County Assistant District Attorney to Paul Durant, regarding FBI informant "Blue Dove" aka, "Virginia Deluce;" copy of letter from Dennis J. Banks; article on FBI informer, Douglas Durham.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 9

Indian Sterilization 1976-1977

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and Senator James Abourezk regarding the forced sterilization of Native American Women, medical experiments conducted on Native American children at Indian Boarding Schools. Handwritten note by Dr. Connie Uri, a Native American physician who first called attention to sterilization.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 30, Folder 5

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Case Law Research (1 of 2) approximately 1973

Scope and Contents

Case law, court decisions, and treaties between Native Americans and the United States government.

Box 31, Folder 1

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Case Law Research (2 of 2) approximately 1973

Scope and Contents

Case law, court decisions, and treaties between Native Americans and the United States government, 1876 presidential message from Ulysses S. Grant, 1876 Bureau of Indian Affairs report; notes regarding case law.

Box 111, Folder 11

Consolidated Wounded Knee Cases: Wounded Knee - Native American Solidarity Committee 1975

Scope and Contents

Fundraising materials, including numerous personal letters from Thorne to friends and colleagues.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 31, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Survival School – Rapid City – Madonna Gilbert 1976

Scope and Contents

Fact sheet on the Oyate Lakota Cattle Cooperative, Pine Ridge Reservation, South Dakota, and a request to the Durham Meat Co. in San Jose for the donation of 2 buffalo to the school and cattle cooperative.

Box 111, Folder 12

Pit River Indian Tribe 1973-1976

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the Pit River Indian Tribe's land claim, and a request for Thorne's legal assistance.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 13

Wounded Knee - Reformation of Sioux Nation – Trip to Washington D.C. to see President 1975

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes and correspondence, fundraising; copy of letter to President Gerald Ford from the Traditional Chiefs and Headmen, Oglala Nation of the Teton Sioux, Pine Ridge Reservation, South Dakota, in both English and in Oglala Sioux.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 111, Folder 14

Shoshone Indian Treaty Battle – Nevada 1975

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes and letter to Kathy Collard, attorney in Battle Mountain Treaty case

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 112, Folder 1

Zephier, Greg vs. People 1975-1976

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes, correspondence, articles, and Grand Jury charge against Gregory Zephier in Wagner, South Dakota

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 112, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Allen Cooper – Sentencing, etc. (1 of 2) 1974-1977

Scope and Contents

Notes, correspondence from Judge Urbom and others, transcripts, reports. Handwritten letters from Cooper to Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 112, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Allen Cooper – Sentencing, etc. (2 of 2) 1974-1977

Scope and Contents

Notes, correspondence from Judge Urbom and others, transcripts, reports, letters from character witnesses, copy of hate mail. Handwritten letters from Cooper to Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 31, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Speech Information 1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence related to speaking engagements; payment receipts.

Box 112, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Bail Bond and Expense File 1977

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, documentation of bond monies related to CWK defendants.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 31, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Wanrow Case in State of Washington 1975-1976

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the Yvonne Wanrow case, including a typed letter from Wanrow to Thorne, a copy of his response, articles, and court transcripts.

Box 31, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - American Indian Movement Radio Station 1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence related to proposed radio station, between Thorne, Vernon Bellecourt, Jeremy Lansman, John Trudell, Ted Means, and Seivert Young Bear.

Box 112, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Banks and Means Case 1974

Scope and Contents

Photocopies of daily summaries of the St. Paul hearing transcripts of US vs. Dennis Banks and Russell Means; photocopy of "diary" of the same name, with cover letter from "Joe."

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 31, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Press Clippings and serials 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Primarily Native American-based independent serials.

Box 31, Folder 7-8

(CWK) Wounded Knee - Press File, Newspaper Clippings, etc. 1973-1976

Scope and Contents

Clippings, pamphlets, newsletters of the Wounded Knee Legal Defense/Offense Committee.

Box 32, Folder 1

(CWK) Wounded Knee - Press File, Newspaper Clippings, etc. 1974-1976

Scope and Contents

Press releases, newsletters, clippings, magazines, grand jury statements by eyewitnesses.

Box 112, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Freedom of Information (5 USC 552) - re: Lake W. Headley 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Copies of Lake Wellington Headley's correspondence with various governmental agencies, invoking the Freedom of Information Act to demand disclosure of file contents. Includes correspondence with Antonin Scalia, Assistant Attorney General at the time; 2 Thorne messages; a copy of the Los Angeles Free Press, March 28, 1975, with an article which chronicles Headley's battle to see his file. Also included are copies of those files that Headley received.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 112, Folder 7-9

Wounded Knee - Jurisdictional Motion 1975

Scope and Contents

Thorne's notes, lists, extensive correspondence (including hate mail,) receipts, articles, and case notes related to witnesses, background, strategies, the Brief and the court decision in the CWK cases.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 113, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Jurisdictional Motion – Images 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Photographic prints, negatives, and slides of the Wounded Knee occupation site, of people and places. Black-and-white prints: 10. Color slides: 13.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 32, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Volunteer and Fundraising 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence; materials related to fundraising, and recruiting pro bono legal assistance.

Box 32, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Election Case – Means vs. Wilson 1974

Scope and Contents

Photocopy of "Report of Investigation: Oglala Sioux Tribe, General Election, 1974," Staff Report, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, October, 1974.

Box 113, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Camp, Carter – Correspondence 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence with and regarding Carter Camp; both manuscript and copies. Subjects include the formation of AIM support groups, and the possibility of a book of Camp's letters. Camp was part of the AIM leadership at the time of Wounded Knee 1973.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 113, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Jurisdictional Motion, draft of legal argument – Bill Eddy, November 1974 1974

Scope and Contents

First draft of Wounded Knee Jurisdictional Motion, Part III: Argument, with Thorne amendments; notes on 1868 Treaty; memo from Bill Eddy to Thorne; note regarding Indian Claims Commission. Decision and research.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 113, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Case law bibliography; Thorne notes for Brief 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Sleeve 1: Note cards listing cases relevant to U.S. vs. Consolidated Wounded Knee cases. Sleeve 2: typed notes for Thorne's Brief in the CWK cases, accompanied by a handwritten note.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 32, Folder 4

Photocopy of "That These People May Live: Conditions Among the Oglala Sioux of the Pine Ridge Reservation," by Eileen Maynard and Gayla Twiss. U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare 1970

Box 32, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Photocopy of "Voices from Wounded Knee, 1973: In the Words of the Participants." Akwesasne Notes, 1973 1973

Box 113, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Russell Means 1974

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes; copies of Opening Statements, Court Order, and partial court transcripts; Russell Means, et al. vs. Dick Wilson, et al. and U.S. vs. Russell Means, U.S. vs. Dennis Banks.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 33, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Research - Clippings, reports, serials 1972-1975

Box 33, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Selected issues of Indian Voice 1972-1973

Box 113, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Conclusion Materials – Jurisdictional Motion 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes, receipts, and copies of drafts and memoranda related to CWK cases and the Jurisdictional Motion.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 33, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - #1 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Publications, articles, bulletins, reports, and newsletters related to Indian affairs.

Box 33, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Treaty 1973

Scope and Contents

Copy of Memorandum to Order, which lists attorneys vetted by Ramon A. Roubideaux for the Wounded Knee consolidated cases; copy of the Agreement to effect meetings between the White House and leaders of the Teton Sioux tribes as a Presidential Treaty Commission.

Box 33, Folder 5-6

Wounded Knee - Motion – U.S. vs. Russell Means and U.S. vs. Dennis Banks 1973

Box 33, Folder 7

Wounded Knee - Briefs 1973, 1974

Scope and Contents

Copy of Brief of Appellants, filed by L.R. Gustafson regarding jurisdiction over the Sisseton-Wahpeton Reservation lawsuits. Copy of Supplemental Brief in support of petition for removal on behalf of petitioner David Hill, 1974.

Box 113, Folder 7-8

Wounded Knee - #2 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence to Thorne, notes, copies of Motions, Kenneth E. Tilsen affidavit, background materials.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 33, Folder 8

Wounded Knee - Press Clippings and serials 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Clippings and Thorne correspondence on clippings.

Box 33, Folder 9

Wounded Knee - Events at Wounded Knee 1973

Scope and Contents

Accounts of what happened at Wounded Knee, 1973, from various published sources.

Box 113, Folder 9

Wounded Knee - Consolidated Wounded Knee trial materials 1973-1975

Scope and Contents

Two audio cassettes (one possibly an interview with Vernal Cross); note cards with Thorne's trial notes

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege. Audio recordings are unavailable until reformatted. Contact Special Collections for information regarding access.

Box 114, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Miscellaneous 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Copies of: articles, letter from Larry Leventhal, "Reply to the White House Response to the Twenty Points of the Trail of Broken Treaties"; notes; Russell Means transcripts; trial outline.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 34, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Essays, newsletters, and clippings 1973

Scope and Contents

Publications on Wounded Knee 1973, Indian affairs, and AIM.

Box 114, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Banks, Dennis - Miscellaneous 1978-1979

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence, notes and clippings about possible extradition of Dennis Banks from California to South Dakota to face sentencing for 1975 assault and riot conviction.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 34, Folder 2

Wounded Knee 1973-1986

Scope and Contents

Includes "A Guide to the Microfilm Edition of The Federal Bureau of Investigation files: on the American Indian Movement and Wounded Knee" compiled by Martin Schipper, copy of a brief noted "FBI sent this brief to U.S. Attorney in Sioux Falls for use in Grand Jury indictments. Sent 3/14/73 (preceded your brief by about 1 3/4 years...)", and papers noted, "Various Federal Bureau of Investigation files: - mixed order."

Box 114, Folder 3

Banks, Dennis vs. People (1 of 2) 1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and Governor Edmund G. (Jerry) Brown, Jr. and his legal affairs staff regarding Dennis Banks' potential extradition from California to South Dakota; letter from South Dakota's governor to Thorne; Thorne's handwritten notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 114, Folder 4

Banks, Dennis vs. People (2 of 2) 1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding Dennis Banks' extradition to South Dakota; donations to Banks' legal defense; Thorne's handwritten notes; research materials.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 114, Folder 5

Banks, Dennis - Duplicates 1976

Scope and Contents

Letter from Thorne to Governor Edmund G. (Jerry) Brown, Jr. regarding Dennis Banks' potential extradition to South Dakota.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 34, Folder 3

Banks, Dennis - Press Clippings 1976

Scope and Contents

Press clippings about Dennis Banks' arrest in California.

Box 114, Folder 6

Banks, Dennis - Personal Writing 1976

Scope and Contents

American Indian Movement (AIM) leader Dennis Banks' writings while in prison in San Francisco after his 1976 arrest. Also includes letters from friends and family members, including his daughters and former wife, to Banks. Black-and-white photographs of AIM leaders including Dennis Banks, Russell Means, Vernon Bellecourt and other unidentified Native American activists. Total photographic prints: 17.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 115, Folder 1

Banks, Dennis - Extradition Material File (1 of 3) 1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, legal documents, and press clippings regarding Dennis Banks' potential extradition from California to South Dakota.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 115, Folder 2

Banks, Dennis - Extradition Material File (2 of 3) 1976

Scope and Contents

Affidavits from Dennis Banks' case; letters to Governor Edmund G. (Jerry) Brown, Jr. that opposed Banks' extradition to South Dakota; Black-and-white and color photographic prints of confrontation between police and Native American activists in Custer, South Dakota in 1976. Black-and-white prints: 7. Color prints: 2.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 115, Folder 3

Banks, Dennis - Extradition Material File (3 of 3) 1976

Scope and Contents

Letters to Governor Edmund G. (Jerry) Brown, Jr. that opposed Dennis Banks' extradition to South Dakota; press clippings regarding the American Indian Movement and Native American activism.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 34, Folder 4-6

Wounded Knee - Selected trial transcripts of U.S. vs. Banks and Means 1974

Box 35, Folder 1-2

Wounded Knee - Selected trial transcripts of U.S. vs. Banks and Means 1974

Box 35, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Selected trial transcripts of U.S. vs. Banks and Means; and U.S. vs. Baker and DeCora 1974

Box 35, Folder 4-5

Wounded Knee - Selected trial transcripts of U.S. vs. Baker and DeCora 1974

Box 36, Folder 1-2

Wounded Knee - Photocopies of 1867 reports on tribal commissions approximately 1974

Box 115, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Correspondence and clippings; U.S. Government Memorandum 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Correndence primarily on Judge William Saxbe and clippings on Wounded Knee. Correspondents include: Thorne, Kenneth Tilsen, United States Department of Justice.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 36, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Pre-trial Motions of U.S. vs. Gilbert, DeCora, and Ackerman 1974

Box 36, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Trial transcript of U.S. vs. Baker and DeCora 1974

Box 36, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Photocopy of 1868 Treaty Journal 1974

Box 36, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - 1954 Eisenhower statement; constitution of the Oglala Sioux; notes approximately 1955-1974

Box 36, Folder 7

Wounded Knee - U.S. District Court Memorandum; Proposed Questions to potential jurors; testimony of Agnes Gildersleeve 1973-1974

Box 36, Folder 8

Wounded Knee - Essays on 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie and other treaties approximately 1971-1974

Box 37, Folder 1-2

Wounded Knee - Photocopy of 1937 The Sioux Tribe of Indians v. U.S., No. C-531-(7) approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Also includes correspondence from "Lois" and "Willie" to "Eola," as well as a history on rights of native children.

Box 115, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - "Defendants supplemental memorandum... in support of motion to dismiss" 1973

Scope and Contents

Includes final memorandum and annotated drafts by Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 115, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Notes on persons related to case 1974

Scope and Contents

Notes on interviews and statements from persons such as: Vernon Long, Paul High Bear, Alex Chasing Hawk, and Helen White Mountain.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 37, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Transcript of concluding statement by Thorne, 10 December 1974; articles 1974

Box 37, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Commentary, report, memorandum, notes approximately 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

California Law Review article, "The Indian Battle for Self Determination," Volume 58, Number 2; Memorandum from attorney Marvin J. Sonosky to tribal clients interested in claim against U.S.; North Dakota Indian Affairs Commission, Fifth Biennial Report, 1 October 1958, by John B. Hart.

Box 37, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Reports, essays, notes 1974

Scope and Contents

Includes typed essay of "The American Indian and International Law" by Gary D. Malfeld, annotated.

Box 37, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Court documents and research articles 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Particularly includes: U.S. vs. Banks and Means" - Reply memorandum in support of motion to dismiss..."; Sioux Tribe of Indians, et al., v. U.S. - findings and brief in answer; "Tribal Jurisdiction Over Non-Indians on Indian Reservations" by Michael P. Goldstein.

Box 38, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Photographs of Thorne, possibly co-counsels approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Two 8x11.75" black-and-white photographic prints.

Box 115, Folder 7

Wounded Knee - Memorandum, correspondence 1974-1978

Scope and Contents

Includes State of South Dakota vs. Nini, et al. - "Memorandum of law in support of both defendants' motion..."; Copy of correspondence from attorney Ramon A. Roubideaux to Leonard Garment, Special Assistant to the U.S. President.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 38, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - "The Sioux Treaty of 1868," position paper by Larry B. Leventhal, 11 February 1974 1974

Box 38, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - "Legal Problems and Considerations Involved in the Treaty of April 29, 1868," essay by Vine Deloria, Jr. (2) approximately 1970-1979

Box 115, Folder 8

Wounded Knee - Correspondence and clippings 1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Wounded Knee Legal Defense/Offense Committee; James R. Willis. Correspondence with Vine Deloria, Jr. enclosing "Twenty questions on the 1867-1868 Indian Peace Commission" and "Chronology of the 1867-1868 Indian Peace Commission."

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 38, Folder 4-6

Wounded Knee - Draft of brief approximately 1975

Scope and Contents

First rough draft by Thorne on the injustice served in the legal system for the American Indian.

Box 38, Folder 7

Wounded Knee - "The Legal Status of the American Indian" 1967

Scope and Contents

Thesis by Milan J. Dluhy from the Department of Government in Graduate School Southern Illinois University.

Box 116, Folder 1-2

Wounded Knee - Motion, memorandum, notes 1974

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 39, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Treaty Law approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Clippings.

Box 39, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Indian Tribes as International Units approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Clippings.

Box 116, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Notecards approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Sleeve 1: "Table of books, articles, and other sources." Sleeve 2: "Table of statutes and treaties." Sleeve 3: "Table of cases."

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 116, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Drafts and clippings approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Includes notes on the treaty.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 39, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Treaty at Law 1973

Scope and Contents

Clippings, memorandum, research.

Box 39, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Russell Means, et al. vs. Dick Wilson, et al. 1974

Scope and Contents

Memo, court order, and memorandum opinion.

Box 39, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Crisis Background Materials 1973

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Vernon Long, Eddie White Wolf, and Leonard Garmet. Perspective on Wounded Knee. Agreement, the opening statements of Russell Means and Dennis Banks, "Remember Wounded Knee."

Box 116, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Conclusion, etc. 1973-1974

Scope and Contents

Suggested conclusion for jurisdictional brief, court motion to strike, rough draft of jurisdiction motion, outline of proposed brief, staff memorandum, correspondence with Celia Macfarland.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 39, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Indian Criminal Jurisdiction approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Clippings.

Box 116, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Events 1972-1973

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and Tim Browne, and between Hank Adams and Richard Nixon. Includes clippings and court papers.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 39, Folder 7

Wounded Knee - Writing approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Memorandum, "Constitutional Series of Cases on Indians and Their Status" by Paul Van Berkel, Introduction and Legislative History papers.

Box 116, Folder 7

Wounded Knee - Jurisdiction Motion approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Rough draft of jurisdiction motion.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 39, Folder 8

Wounded Knee - International Law and Human Rights Information 1962-1973

Scope and Contents

Two booklets, " The International Court of Justice" and "The Human Nations and Human Rights" by the United Nations. One pamphlet, "The Special Committee of 24" by the United nations. Copies of writing on international, transnational law, human rights, and the United Nations.

Box 39, Folder 9

Wounded Knee - Indian Treaties on International Units approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Sioux Treaty, concessions, and international law file.

Box 39, Folder 10

Wounded Knee - Sioux Treaty Information approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

Message from the U.S. President, concessions from The Sioux, Application of the Sioux Treaty of 1896, and copy of the summary of the treaty.

Box 40, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Sioux Nation Treaties and Agreements approximately 1974

Scope and Contents

"Treaties and Agreements and the Proceedings of the Treaties and Agreements of the Tribes and Bands of the Sioux Nation" - A compilation of all the treaties made by the Sioux through the years.

Box 116, Folder 8

Wounded Knee - Jury Material (1 of 4) 1974

Scope and Contents

Criminal discovery, facts, issues, and answer summary.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 117, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Jury Material (2 of 4) 1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and David Christiano enclosing copies of documents submitted in the Ellsberg/Russo case challenging method of jury selection, and copy of the motion. Includes memorandums and motions.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 117, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Jury Material (3 of 4) 1974

Scope and Contents

Includes research papers on different cases, memorandum and order on motion. Correspondents include: Hank Adams, George C. Roberts, Bill Eddy.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 117, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Jury Material (4 of 4) 1974

Scope and Contents

Court papers, jury questioning, reporter's transcripts, motions. Includes jury instructions, "Proposed questions" enclosed by Joseph Beeler, voir dire questions requested by defendants, and clippings.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 40, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Defense Committee packet to Thorne 1974

Scope and Contents

Writings by Francis He Crow and other research on use of Native American land. Also includes correspondence. Correspondents include: Joanne LeDeaux,

Box 40, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - History of Sioux - Legal Timeline; clippings approximately 1970-1975

Scope and Contents

Typed notes on Sioux legal history.

Box 40, Folder 4-5

Wounded Knee - Legal history on Native Americans 1974

Scope and Contents

Research.

Box 40, Folder 6

Wounded Knee - Photographs and negatives of occupation site approximately 1975

Scope and Contents

Images likely of the site of the occupation on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in Wounded Knee, South Dakota, taken after the incident. 8x10" black-and-white images photographic prints. Total prints: 29. Also includes 1 contact sheet and 7 sleeves of negatives.

Box 41, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - Briefs of cases from Washburn approximately 1974

Box 41, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Evelyn Dwimoh packet to Thorne 1974

Scope and Contents

Selected copies of messages to Senate by the U.S. President.

Box 41, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Indian Claims Commission Decision 1974

Scope and Contents

Opinion of the Indian Claims Commission on The Sioux Nation of Indians, etc. vs. The United States of America.

Box 117, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - Trial notes from treaty hearing, Judge Urbom, Lincoln, Nebraska, 16 December 1974 to 2 January 1975 1974-1975

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 41, Folder 4

Wounded Knee - trial transcript of U.S. vs. Banks and Means, Volume 102, 13 August 1974 1974

Box 41, Folder 5-6

Wounded Knee - Case law research 1973-1974

Box 42, Folder 1

Wounded Knee - "Fathers and Sons: Andrew Jackson and the Destruction of American Indians", paper by Michael Paul Rogin, with bibliography approximately 1975

Box 117, Folder 5

Wounded Knee - Notes, leaflets, case law research 1974

Scope and Contents

One correspondence included. Correspondent: T.V. Siporin.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 42, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Treaty Hearing, Volumes 1-2, CR 73-5019 1974

Scope and Contents

5 volumes of court transcripts.

Box 43

Wounded Knee - Treaty Hearing, Volumes 6-8, CR 73-5019 21 1974

Scope and Contents

7 volumes of court transcripts.

Box 44, Folder 1-2

Wounded Knee - Treaty Hearing, CR 73-5019, Volumes 9-13 1975

Box 45, Folder 1

Unidentifiable court transcript excerpts approximately 1970-1979

Scope and Contents

Likely related to Wounded Knee cases.

Box 45, Folder 2

Wounded Knee - Grand Jury Testimony of Agnes Gildersleeve 1973

Box 45, Folder 3

Wounded Knee - Thorne packet to Billy Frank, Jr. 1982-2000

Scope and Contents

Includes 2 copies of each of these materials: Warren K. Urbom address to the International Society of Barristers at Phoenix, Arizona; excerpts of Thorne's summary arguments for Wounded Knee cases; and Defendants Supplemental Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Support of Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction.

Vietnam

Scope and Contents

This series contains materials related to Thorne's representation and legal counseling of individuals who sought draft deferments and those who refused military service during the Vietnam War. Also included are materials related to his representation of Stanford Physicist Pierre Noyes in a 1969 lawsuit against the U.S. government in which he alleged that the Vietnam War was an illegal use of taxpayer money.

Box 45, Folder 4

Noyes and Vietnam 1969

Scope and Contents

Vietnam clippings, notes for Pierre Noyes vs. United Stated of America complaint (for refund of taxes expended for the War).

Box 45, Folder 5

Committee for Direct Attack Forms, #12614 approximately 1969

Scope and Contents

Vietnam clippings, notes for Pierre Noyes vs. United Stated of America complaint (for refund of taxes expended for the War).

Box 45, Folder 6

Noyes and Vietnam 1970-1972

Scope and Contents

Thorne's strategy notes on Vietnam, correspondence on anti-war efforts, pamphlets and newspaper clippings on the Vietnam War. Correspondence and newsletters on San Jose State College activism.

Box 45, Folder 7-8

Noyes and Vietnam 1966-1967

Scope and Contents

Correspondence on Vietnam, reports of Russell-Sartre War Crimes Tribunal on the Vietnam War.

Box 46, Folder 1

Noyes and Vietnam 1965-1970

Scope and Contents

Legal documents and correspondence related to concsciencious objecter filings. Noyes complaint on the illegality of the Vietnam War.

Box 46, Folder 2

Vietnam – War crimes memoranda 1969-1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, briefs, and copies of memoranda regarding war crimes in Vietnam and the constitutionality of the war.

Box 46, Folder 3-4

Vietnam – Trial Briefs and Memoranda 1968-1970

Scope and Contents

Trial briefs of Thorne's cases which are based on the questionable legality of the Vietnam war: William Thomas Fisher vs. United Stated of America; Pierre Noyes, etc., et al. vs. Richard M. Nixon, Melvin R. Laird, etc., et al.; and Malcolm A. Berk vs. Melvin Laird, etc., et al.

Box 46, Folder 5

Vietnam - Illegality of the War - Torres vs. Connor, #13320 1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Thorne, Attorney S. George Berkeley, Norman G. Cooper (Department of the Army), and Judge Albert J. Henderson. Court documents include: Civil Action, Motion to Dismiss, Memorandum, Complaint. Satirical handouts (3) titled, "The War in Vietnam - Prospectus: 225,000,000 shares".

Box 46, Folder 6

Vietnam - Illegality of the War, #13321 (1 of 2) 1969

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence from law professor Lawrence R. Velvel and typed manuscript of "The Nature of the Constitutional Crisis" by Velvel.

Box 47, Folder 1

Vietnam - Illegality of the War, #13321 (2 of 2) 1969

Box 47, Folder 2

Vietnam - Articles, #13313 1965-1967

Scope and Contents

Includes articles, essays, and some correspondence. Correspondents include: Joyce McLean (Women's International League for Peace and Freedom), Assistant Secretary James L. Greenfield (Department of State).

Box 47, Folder 3

Vietnam - Donald Kalish vs. U.S. 1968-1969

Scope and Contents

Court documents, clippings, and some correspondence. Photocopied court documents include: Briefs, Complaints, Motions, Memorandums, and a Petition. Correspondents include: Attorney George T. Altman.

Box 47, Folder 4

War Crimes Tribunal - Stockholm, #13371 1967-1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, articles, speeches, clippings. Correspondents include: Thorne, Colonel George W. Hutcheson, Jr. (USAF), Jean-Paul Sartre, Sotere Torregian (The Free University Palo Alto), Allen DeGrange (Los Gatos Unitarian Fellowship), attorney Doris Brin Walker, Samuel Rosenwein.

Box 47, Folder 5-6

Vietnam - Newspaper Clippings, #13340 1965-1966

Box 47, Folder 7

Vietnam - Professor Franklin H. Bruce, #13297 approximately 1971

Scope and Contents

Petition on behalf of Professor H. Bruce Franklin; "Testimony of Thomas Edward Mosher", Part I and II booklets.

Box 47, Folder 8

Vietnam - Winter Soldiers, #13298 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and fliers. Correspondents include: Thorne, U.S. Congress member "D.M."

Box 47, Folder 9

Vietnam - Leaflets, #13299 1966-1967

Box 48, Folder 1

Vietnam - Speech Notes, #13330 1964-1969

Scope and Contents

Page from a court transcript, fliers, articles, notes.

Box 48, Folder 2-3

Vietnam - Correspondence, #13301 1964-1967

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Gary Covell, John H. Crown, Wayne S. Huff, David Ransom, Lee Duffin, John W. Lillpop, Rupert B. Kea, Gerald A. Peterson, Henry C. Kimbrough (House of Representatives), Franklin T. Laskin, Jack Moskowitz (Department of Defense), Roz Balcombe, James Deakin, Helen Hildreth, Joyce McLean, James L. Greenfield (Department of State), Louise P. Huger (The New York Times), Herbert C. Jones, Michael J. O'Hanlon, Paul M. Popple, J.B. Lewis family, Winslow Rouse, Kenneth S. Conn, Joshua Eppinger, Jr., Edgar D. Madden, Ann Phillips, William Donlon (Don) Edwards (U.S. Congress), Dennis Bayard, John B. Clinton (The White House).

Box 48, Folder 4

Lawyers Committee on American Policy Towards Vietnam, #13302 1970

Scope and Contents

Correspondence from organization.

Box 48, Folder 5

War Crimes Tribunal: Clippings, #13303 1967

Box 48, Folder 6

Vietnam - Magazines, #13312 1966-1967

Scope and Contents

Selected single-issues, including: Newsweek, The Atlantic, The Nation, Ramparts

Box 48, Folder 7

Vietnam - Pamphlets, #13311 1965-1967

Box 48, Folder 8-9

Vietnam: reports 1967

Box 49, Folder 1

Vietnam: Anti-war materials 1967-1969

Scope and Contents

Reports, publications, and pamphlets, including "The Constitutional basis for the impeachment of Lyndon B. Johnson" by James Malcolm Williams and John Remington Graham, n.d. (condensed, 4 pages); "American "Atrocities in Vietnam" by Eric Norden (condensed) Feb. 1966; STOP IT, abm…June 24, 1969. 5 page campaign letter to stop anti-ballistic missiles program, with senate and house voting records; The Clarion, Feb. 2, 1968, vol. 1, no. 1 "Mass Rally"; London Bulletin, Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation, No. 1, August, 1967; No. 2, September, 1967; No. 3, October, 1967.; Lawyers Committee on American Policy Towards Vietnam, Report, No. 2, March, 1968 and American Policy vis-à-vis Vietnam: memorandum of Law, originally from Congressional Record, Sept. 23, 1965; Then Minority of One, March 1968, Vol. X, No. 3; New York Times reprint "Leading American authorities on international law reply to the President…U.S. intervention in Vietnam is illegal"; A Center Occasional Paper, "The Vietnam War: The President versus the Constitution," by Francis D. Wormuth. Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, vol. 1, no. 3. April, 1968; Statistical table of losses in Vietnam, with cover letter from Congressman Don Edwards to Thorne; Congressional Record, vol. 115, no. 74, May 7, 1969 with cover letter from Rep. Don Edwards. Time magazine article "Days of Death in Vietnam" Feb. 9, 1968; Letter to Rep. Don Edwards from Robert N. Anthony, Asst. Secretary of Defense, March 18, 1968, with attached card to John Thorne

Box 49, Folder 2

Vietnam: International War Crimes Tribunal, Stockholm (#1 of 2) 1967

Scope and Contents

Reports, witness testimony, outlines, statutes, addresses, and other materials related to the Tribunal

Box 49, Folder 3

Vietnam: International War Crimes Tribunal, Stockholm (#2 of 2) 1967

Scope and Contents

Reports, witness testimony, outlines, statutes, addresses, and other materials related to the Tribunal.

Box 49, Folder 4

Vietnam: "Witnesses" 1967

Scope and Contents

Affidavits, correspondence, Thorne notes, eyewitness testimony, and interviews with witnesses to war crimes in Vietnam, as case material for Thorne's defense against prosecution for non-participation in the draft.

Box 49, Folder 5

Stalinist Worker's Group Bulletin No. 9 1971

Turner vs. FBI

Scope and Contents

This series contains materials related to Thorne's representation of William Turner, an FBI special agent who testified before Congress about the bureau's extensive wiretapping.

Box 119, Folder 1

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation, #16808 (1 of 3) 1975-1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Stephen Shefler, John Philipsborn, James Grindlinger, Alan Parker, William Donlon (Don) Edwards, William Turner, Joseph Sher, William McGivern, Mark Rosenbaum, Paul Radosevich, Arthur Kinoy, Victor Rabinowitz, Ann Fagan Giner, John D. O'Connor, Leonard I. Weinglass, Trent Cleveland, William L. Whittaker, Ferris E. Stovel, Michael J. Egan, Allen H. McCreight, Neil J. Welch, Janice Adams, Charles R. McKinnon.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 2

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation, #16808 (2 of 3) 1976-1979

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Barbara A. Babcock, William Turner, Norman T. Ollestad, William Donlon (Don) Edwards, Alan Cranston, Mark Rosenbaum, Fred Dutton, Griffin Bell, William A. Dobrovir, Daniel K. Inouye, Mark H. Lynch, John H. F. Shattuck, Doris Brin Walker, Boudin and Stander Rabinowitz, Vince Fuller, Leonard I. Weinglass, Doris Brin Walker, Clarence M. Kelley, Edward H. Levi.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 3

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation, #16808 (3 of 3) 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Includes unfilled U.S. Marshals Service Instruction and Process Record forms, correspondence with Carolyn Mohr, clippings, information on the Turner case (Turner's paper on the FBI, FBI and Turner correspondence), and an article published in the Yale Law Journal; Freedom journal, published by the Church of Scientology.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 4

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Evidence, #16808-H 1980-1981

Scope and Contents

Includes original and copy of the Civil Service Dismissal Hearing, Cointelpro planning, different document evidence. Clippings, Rights by the National Emergency Civil Liberties Committee, Docket Report by the Center for Constitutional Rights, Turner-FBI Chronology, conversation with General Kenneth Hodson.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 5

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Correspondence File, #16808-I 1981-1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Vincent J. Fuller, William Donlon (Don) Edwards, Robert W. Kastenmeier, Stephen A. Shefler, Trent Cleveland, John T. Philipsborn, John P. Russoniello, William L. Whittaker, Marion Wilhelm, Jerome W. Helmuth.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 49, Folder 6

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Evidence File, #16808-D (1 of 3) 1963-1976

Scope and Contents

Includes FBI files, San Francisco Chronicle clipping, Guild By Association (National Lawyers Guild newsletter), court documents.

Box 50, Folder 1

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Evidence File, #16808-D (2 of 3) 1973

Scope and Contents

Includes court documents, draft of the action against the violation of constitutional rights, rough draft to the Attorney General Levi.

Box 50, Folder 2

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Evidence File, #16808-D (3 of 3) 1976-1978

Scope and Contents

Includes a Memorandum of Law in Opposition to Defendant's Motion to Dismiss or in the Alternative for Summary Judgment.

Box 50, Folder 3

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation, #16808-C 1981-1982

Scope and Contents

Interrogatories and responses to interrogatories.

Box 50, Folder 4

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Continuances, Court Ordered Hearings, #16808-B 1979-1982

Scope and Contents

Stipulation and order, request for extension of time.

Box 119, Folder 6

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Law, #16808-A 1980-1981

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between the Honorable Robert H. Schnacke and G. William Hunter and between Thorne and Paul Radosevich. Exhibit I and documents, reference documents of other cases, memorandums, notes from Ada Ray Heard.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 50, Folder 5

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Pleadings, #16808-E 1978-1982

Scope and Contents

Joint Pretrial Statements, Answers to Interrogatories, Complaint, Answer to complaint.

Box 50, Folder 6

Turner, William - Extra Documents, #16808-F (1 of 3) 1981

Scope and Contents

Background readings on other Supreme Court case syllabus.

Box 50, Folder 7

Turner, William - Extra Documents, #16808-F (2 of 3) 1978-1981

Scope and Contents

Research with the American Civil Liberties Union, Los Angeles Times, court documents.

Box 50, Folder 8

Turner, William - Extra Documents, #16808-F (3 of 3) 1978-1981

Scope and Contents

Court documents- Amendment to complaint, Complaint to damages, plaintiff's memorandum.

Box 119, Folder 7

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Pleadings (Motions), #16808-G (1 of 5) 1981-1982

Scope and Contents

U.S. Marshalls Service Instruction and Process record, notes, court documents.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 8

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Pleadings (Motions), #16808-G (2 of 5) 1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between J. Edgar Hoover and William Turner. Court documents.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 50, Folder 9

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation- Pleadings (Motions), #16808-G (3 of 5) 1982

Scope and Contents

Memorandums on Special Agent William Turner, William W. Turner vs. Robert F. Kennedy, et al., Petition for a Writ of Certiorari, U.S. Civil Service Commission Appeal, Court documents- Defendant's Answer to Interrogatories, Responses of Thomas E. Bishop to Plaintiff's second set of interrogatories.

Box 51, Folder 1

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Pleadings (Motions), #16808-G (4 of 5) 1980-1982

Scope and Contents

Interrogatories, supplemental memorandum, response for motion to dismiss.

Box 51, Folder 2

Turner, William vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation - Pleadings (Motions), #16808-G (5 of 5) 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Notice and motion to dismiss, Plaintiff's memorandum in opposition to defendants' motion to dismiss.

Iran

Scope and Contents

This series contains materials related to Thorne's legal and international relations work in Iran in the 1970s. Representing the National Lawyers Guild, Thorne advised Iranian political prisoners in connection with the Iranian Students Association directly after the Iranian Revolution, and sought to improve relations between the U.S. and Iran by meeting with government officials in the Islamic Republic.

Box 51, Folder 3

Thorne, John - Trip to Iran, #12799 (1 of 4) 1971-1973

Scope and Contents

List of Iranian names, possibly associated with a trial of Iranian political prisoners.

Box 51, Folder 4

Thorne, John - Trip to Iran, #12799 (2 of 4) 1971-1973

Scope and Contents

Handwritten journal, notes from speeches, meetings in Iran. Correspondence regarding Iran trip with academics and Iranian student associations.

Box 51, Folder 5

Thorne, John - Trip to Iran, #12799 (3 of 4) 1971-1973

Scope and Contents

Thorne's report on his trip to Iran, press releases following his return. Correspondence, information on political repression in Iran.

Box 51, Folder 6

Thorne, John - Trip to Iran, #12799 (4 of 4) 1971-1973

Scope and Contents

Leaflets, images, and photographic prints related to Iranian political prisoners. Envelope: leaflets advertising Iranian Students Association event. Sleeve 1 includes 4 images of headshots or portraits cut out from serials. Sleeve 2 includes 10 photographic prints of headshots or portraits. Standalone images include 6 photographic prints of Thorne by himself or with others. Some Thorne prints have a cardboard backing. Total photographic prints: 16.

Box 51, Folder 7

Letter to the Editor: The Iranian Crisis 1979

Scope and Contents

Copies of letters by Thorne, used as template addressed to "Various Editors", regarding the crisis.

Box 51, Folder 8

Iran - [illegible...] Recording, 4 February to 5 February 1972 1972

Scope and Contents

Audio cassette

Conditions Governing Access

Audio recordings are unavailable until reformatted. Contact Special Collections for information regarding access.

Box 51, Folder 9

Iran - Recordings ms0423_rec_0001-0003 1972

Scope and Contents

3 minicassettes

Conditions Governing Access

Audio recordings were digitized in 2022. Contact Special Collections to request access to the digital files (ms0423_rec_0001, ms0423_rec_0002, ms0423_rec_0003).

Box 52, Folder 1

Speech Material 1980

Scope and Contents

Copies of speeches, declarations, and minutes from the International Conference on US Interventions in Iran, held in Tehran in June 1980; correspondence and reprinted articles about history of Iran.

Box 52, Folder 2

Documents and Articles from and on Iran (1 of 2) 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Photographs from Thorne's 1979 trip to Iran. Total photographic prints: 25. Notes, pamphlets, journals, correspondence, reports, and articles relevant to Iran, the Shah, the hostage crisis, and related American policies.

Box 52, Folder 3

Documents and Articles from and on Iran (2 of 2) 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Notes, pamphlets, journals, correspondence, reports, and articles relevant to Iran, the Shah, the hostage crisis, and related American policies.

Box 52, Folder 4

Thorne, John - Statements and Letter to the Editor, etc 1978-1979

Scope and Contents

Materials related to Thorne's 1979 trip to Iran, handwritten notes, letter to Edward Kennedy, statements on Iran delivered at student conference in Tehran, report on Iran trip to Lawyers Guild; letters to the editor; statement about Thorne's 1974 trip to Iran.

Box 52, Folder 5

Iran - Meetings and Work with Ali Nobari 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Thorne's handwritten notes, copy of Contract Complaint filed in 1979 in US District Court: Citibank, N.A. vs. Iran.

Box 52, Folder 6

Addresses 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Contains phone numbers and addresses that appear related to Thorne's Iran advocacy.

Box 52, Folder 7

Iran Press Clippings—General, 1979-1980 Trip 1979-1980

Box 52, Folder 8

Thorne, John - Iran Press Coverage, 1979-1980 Trip 1979-1980

Box 53, Folder 1

Photocopied Iran news clippings 1980

Box 53, Folder 2

Newsletters and Film Transcripts 1980

Scope and Contents

Copies of Pacific News Service and other newsletters; 2 copies of the transcript of the documentary film, "Controlling Interest: The World of the Multinational Corporation."

Box 53, Folder 3

Iranian-American Friendship Committee 1980

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the Iranian-American Friendship Committee of Eugene, Oregon. Articles about Iranian issues

Box 53, Folder 4

Iran Material 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Copies of Thorne's statements on Afghanistan and Iran, both delivered in Tehran in December 1979; Thorne's notes on meetings in Iran; 3 copies of remarks by Senator George McGovern; copies of articles; copies of The Nation; copy of confidential information from American Embassy in Tehran.

Box 53, Folder 5

Iran Material - Thorne, John 1980

Scope and Contents

"Points for Consideration—Iran and the Hostages" written by Thorne; notes on conversation with State Department official Henry Precht; correspondence regarding Iran; Materials related to speaking engagements, including a presentation at the "Energy and the Draft Teach-In," UCSC in May 1980.

Box 53, Folder 6

Iranian Students Association in the United States (ISAUS) 1972-1978

Scope and Contents

Correspondence to Thorne; articles; reports, and other materials published by the Iranian Students Association; Thorne's reports on his trip to Iran in 1972.

Box 54, Folder 1-2

Iranian Students Association, 1 October 1974 1972-1981

Scope and Contents

Report by Thorne on Iran; resolutions; notes, correspondence, receipts, related to Iranian Students Association movement; copy of Regulations for Iranian Students.

Box 54, Folder 3

Iranian Students Association: Problems with Baraheni 1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence with Kay Boyle; Committee for Artistic and Intellectual Freedom In Iran flyer and fundraising letters.

Box 54, Folder 4-5

Iran: Campaign for U.S.-Iran Reconciliation 1980

Scope and Contents

Conference materials; fact sheets; correspondence; flyers; Thorne notes; press releases and other materials from Campaign for U.S.–Iran Reconciliation.

Box 54, Folder 6

Iranian Students Association - Sixty Minute Program 1972-1977

Scope and Contents

Correspondence related to a Sixty Minutes segment on Iran and ISA, 1977; reports of events and conditions in Iraq.

Box 54, Folder 7

Correspondence on Iran 1980-1982

Scope and Contents

Articles; Thorne's notes and expense reports; correspondents include William Donlon (Don) Edwards and Alan Cranston.

Box 54, Folder 8

Clippings, articles, and leaflets on Iran 1974-1978

Box 54, Folder 9

Iran: Correspondence, Edward Kennedy to Thorne; Notes 1983

Scope and Contents

One sheet and two photocopies

Box 55, Folder 1

Iranian Correspondence 1986-1987

Scope and Contents

Business cards, numbers, loose notes, and two notebooks. Correspondents include: Mohammad Sedaqhat, Richard Koch, Cyrus Rahbari, and Ebrahim T.

Box 55, Folder 2

Report on Iranian Refugee Problems approximately 1980-1985

Scope and Contents

Two final copies, multiple drafts, annotations.

Box 55, Folder 3

Iran: List of persons executed by the Khomeini regime approximately 1980-1985

Scope and Contents

List of 7,750 persons executed by the regime, nonexhaustive.

Box 55, Folder 4

Iranian students in Philippines 1976-1983

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence, clippings, photographs of brutality in Philippines, academic transcripts, and certificates of school completion. Correspondents include: the U.S. Department of Justice-Immigration and Naturalization Service; American Embassy in Bangkok; Abdolrassool Shahide; Ziaeddin Kazemi; Fetemeh Tavassoli Rad; Siamak Tavassoly Rad. Includes Rad's recommendation letters from several correspondents. A collective correspondence from the Iranian Students living in the Philippines. Total photographic prints: 10. Photographs contain graphic images.

Box 55, Folder 5

Iran: Press Release and Court Decision 1983

Scope and Contents

Includes a press release statement of the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran announcing the completion and publication of the list of 7,746 victims of political repression in Iran, and a copy of the decision of the U.S. District Court in Eastern District of New York- Ishtyaq vs. Nelson.

Box 119, Folder 9

Case of Mr. Forouza Pourki and his family in Zurich 1983

Scope and Contents

Includes information of the case enclosed by Dr. Solidanti [sp?]

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 10

Iran: Case of Ramin Seifolahi Fakhr 1983

Scope and Contents

Notes of Fakhr's deportation situation.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 11

Iran: Iranian Refugee Papers 1983

Scope and Contents

Includes photocopies of Djamshid Ahadi's passport, United States Department of Justice Immigration and Naturalization Service Registration for Classification as Refugee for Ahadi and his wife Melinda Ghaffari. German correspondence between Djamshid Ahadi and Dr. Heldmann.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 12

Iran: Request for Asylum in the United States 1982

Scope and Contents

Application for Faramarz Yaghmaie

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 55, Folder 6

Iran: Writing on Human Rights 1982-1983

Scope and Contents

"On Liberty" by John Stuart Mill, "An Address to the 37th Session of the U.N. General Assembly on Violations of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms in Iran Under the Islamic Republic" by The International Solidarity Front for the Defense of The Iranian People's Democratic Rights (ISF-Iran), and Merip Reports: Middle East Research and Information Project issue number 113 "Iran Since the Revolution".

Box 55, Folder 7

Trip Expenses 1983

Scope and Contents

Includes receipts, traveler's cheques, currency exchange forms.

Box 56, Folder 1

Iran Resolution Papers 1983-1984

Scope and Contents

Includes French and English copies of the European Parliament Working Documents- A Motion for Resolution, a Report of the Committee on the Application of Conventions and Recommendations, French and English copies of the United Nations Economic and Social Council draft resolution to the question of human rights, and correspondence between Massoud Rajavi and the individual members of Congress.

Box 56, Folder 2

Iran: Press Releases, clippings, correspondence 1984

Box 56, Folder 3

Iran: Serials (1 of 2) 1981-1983

Scope and Contents

"Martyr Never Dies!" published by International Solidarity Front for Defense of Iranian People Democratic Rights; "Refugees are Ordinary People..." by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees; United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees booklet; three issues of the Refugees Magazine; News from the UNHCR; the Refugee Bulletin.

Box 56, Folder 4

Iran: Serials (2 of 2) 1983

Scope and Contents

"Peace Plan of National Council of Resistance"; "Joint Communique by the Vice Premier of Iraq and the Chairman of the National Council of Resistance of Iran"; Iran Liberation issues

Box 56, Folder 5

Iran: Trip Information, correspondence, reports 1983

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence between Esther [?] and Nancy Thorne. Notes; Refugee report from John Thorne to Khosrow Ghadiri and Committee members; outline; report on refugees from Iran in France; press releases; "Guidelines for Mr. John Thorne's mission to investigate the conditions of Iranian refugees in Turkey, Pakistan, and Spain".

Box 56, Folder 6

Iran: Correspondence, clippings, notes 1982-1984

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Shahim Rashidian Salehi, Michael H. Posner, Paul Hartling (U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees), Edward A. Jajko, and Malihe Hidarnejad. Correspondence between Marion Wilhelm and Edward A. Jajko.

Box 56, Folder 7

Iran: Correspondence and study report 1982-1984, 1996

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: John Thorne, Paul Westmoreland. Study Report of Nez Perce Trail

Box 56, Folder 8

Iranian Students Association - Artists and Writers vs. Government, #12546 (1 of 2) 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

Includes: the "Iran Report" (2) written by Thorne, one copy annotated; clippings with commentary by Thorne; "Persian Rug" poem by Kristin Lems; handout titled, "Iran's Artists Under Shah's Attack"; flier titled, "Conference: Fascism In Iran" with Thorne as primary speaker.

Box 56, Folder 9

Iranian Students Association - Artists and Writers vs. Government, #12546 (2 of 2) 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

Includes primarily correspondence as well as handouts, reports, and fliers. Correspondents include: Thorne, James A. Kennedy (United Airlines), Kamran Samimi, Ebrahim Tawakol, Jim Reif, Center for Constitutional Rights, National Lawyers Guild. Also includes the "Wednesday, January 9, 1974" entry of Thorne's "Iran Report" and fliers.

Box 57, Folder 1

Iran: Iranian Students - Press, #14035 1974

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, clippings, notes, press releases, and handouts. Correspondents include: John McAward, Unitarian Universalist Service Committee.

Box 57, Folder 2-3

Iranian Students Association - Speech Material, #14036 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, clippings, handouts, notes, blank letter-writing petition forms. Correspondent includes: Kristin Lems.

Olympia demonstrators

Scope and Contents

This series contains materials related to Thorne's representation of several activists who participated in a demonstration at the Federal Building in Olympia, Washington, protesting U.S. aid to El Salvador after Salvadoran Army soldiers killed six Jesuit Priests in 1989.

Box 57, Folder 4-6

Olympia demonstrators - Court transcripts 1990-1992

Scope and Contents

Various court transcriptions which primarily involve: U.S. vs. Abeles, et al., Silver, Kline, and Lange; with the latter as Defendants-Appellants and Petitioners.

Box 58, Folder 1-2

Olympia demonstrators - Court transcripts 1990-1992

Scope and Contents

Various court transcriptions which primarily involve: U.S. vs. Abeles, et al., Silver, Kline, and Lange; with the latter as Defendants-Appellants and Petitioners.

Box 59, Folder 1

Olympia demonstrators - Pleadings - Magistrate court 1990

Scope and Contents

Pleadings from U.S. vs. David E. Abeles, et al., in US District Court, Western District of Washington.

Box 59, Folder 2

Olympia demonstrators - Pleadings on appeal to Ninth Circuit 1991

Scope and Contents

Notes, correspondence, documents, motions, and other related material. Includes motion to consolidate the four cases under one file number, and consolidate all four appeals under one name.

Box 59, Folder 3

Olympia demonstrators - Expenses and Time Records 1991-1992

Box 59, Folder 4

Olympia demonstrators - Pleadings on appointment of general counsel, Thorne 1990

Box 121, Folder 1

Olympia demonstrators - U.S. vs. Lange, Kline, Silver, and Holmes 1990-1992

Scope and Contents

News clippings, photographs, Thorne notes, reprinted articles, documents, and correspondence related to the case. Includes color photographic prints of the Federal Building in Olympia, Washington. Total photographic prints: 6.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 2

Olympia demonstrators - U.S. Supreme Court 1992

Scope and Contents

Rules, case documents, correspondence regarding U.S. vs. Lange, et al.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 3-4

Olympia demonstrators - Client files on Silver, Kline, and Lange approximately 1990-1992

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 5

Olympia demonstrators - Correspondence and notes in Appeal to Ninth Circuit 1990

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 6

Olympia demonstrators -Facts 1991

Scope and Contents

Notes, copies of arrest records, and arrest statements.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 7

Olympia demonstrators - General notes 1968-1990

Scope and Contents

Notes, copies of arrest records, and arrest statements.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 8

Olympia demonstrators - Appeal to District Court, Judge Tennen 1990-1991

Scope and Contents

Primarily court transcripts; correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 9

Olympia demonstrators - Law approximately 1990

Scope and Contents

Relevant case law material, Thorne notes, drafts of Thorne's Appellant's Opening Brief for U.S. vs. David E. Abeles, et al.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Other cases and activities

Scope and Contents

This series contains correspondence, research and case files, and other materials related to a variety of Thorne's cases and professional activities over the course of his career. Included are materials documenting his participation in organizations such as the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, the National Lawyers Guild, the American Civil Liberties Union, the California Farm Research and Legislation Committee, the Legal Aid Society of Santa Clara, and the Human Relations Commission of San Jose. Also included are materials relating to his work advocating against the U.S. House Un-American Activities Committee, and his involvement in Land Grant and other cases related to the American Indian Movement.

Box 59, Folder 5

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Challenge - Addenda, #5521 (1 of 3) 1965

Scope and Contents

Deposition copies.

Box 59, Folder 6

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Challenge - Addenda, #5521 (2 of 3) 1965

Scope and Contents

Proceedings.

Box 60, Folder 1

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Challenge - Addenda, #5521 (3 of 3) 1965

Scope and Contents

Petitions, memoranda, notes, correspondence.

Box 60, Folder 2-3

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Challenge, #5520 1965-1966

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and pleadings.

Box 60, Folder 4

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Challenge, #5519 (1 of 2) 1964-1965

Scope and Contents

Includes original poem by Thorne, titled "COFO" (Council of Federated Organizations), in addition to newsletters, clippings, and reports.

Box 60, Folder 5

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Challenge, #5519 (2 of 2) 1964-1965

Scope and Contents

Newsletters, clippings, reports.

Box 60, Folder 6

Black Nation, #12608 1968-1969

Scope and Contents

Includes handwritten manuscript titled, "Legal Memo on Separate Black Nation". Also includes copies of others' correspondence, research essays, memorandas.

Box 60, Folder 7

Oppression – Overseas, #12638 1971

Scope and Contents

Essays and pamphlets.

Box 61, Folder 1

National Lawyers Guild – Irish Commission, #12631 1972

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, photocopies of clippings.

Box 61, Folder 2

National Committee for an Effective Congress, #12632 1971

Scope and Contents

Includes "Congressional Report" newsletter.

Box 61, Folder 3

National Lawyers Guild – Correspondence, #12634 1970

Box 61, Folder 4

National Lawyers Guild – Newsletters and minutes, #12635 1970-1971

Box 61, Folder 5

National Lawyers Guild – Correspondence, #12636 1971

Box 61, Folder 6

National Lawyers Guild – Assessment, #12637 1971

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, membership directory and receipts.

Box 61, Folder 7

Friends Committee on Legislation, #12621 1971

Scope and Contents

Newsletters.

Box 61, Folder 8

Government Documents – Lists, Order Forms, #12622 approximately 1971

Box 61, Folder 9-10

National Lawyers Guild, #12633 1969

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, minutes, proposed organization statements.

Box 61, Folder 11

Capital Punishment, #5664 1959-1962

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence by Caryl Chessman, a death row inmate represented by Thorne. In addition to correspondence, clippings, pamphlets, journals, legal petitions.

Box 62, Folder 1-2

Capital Punishment, #5664 1959-1962

Scope and Contents

Petition for Writs of Certiori to the California Supreme Court, Caryl Chessman vs. The People of the State of California.

Box 62, Folder 3

Bomb Shelters, #5653 1958-1962

Scope and Contents

The Fallout Suits; Fallout shelters, correspondence, clippings, opposing community bomb shelters, and related material.

Box 62, Folder 4

House Un-American Activities Committee, #12623 1967-1971

Scope and Contents

Anti-HUAC newsletters; correspondence; clippings; National Committee Against Repressive Legislation, formerly National Committee to Abolish HUAC/HISC (House Committee of Internal Security); Northern Californians to Abolish HUAC materials and correspondence.

Box 62, Folder 5

Photocopy of Yale Law Journal article, "The War on Poverty: A Civilian Perspective" by Edgar S. and Jean C. Cahn 1964

Box 62, Folder 6

California Farm Research and Legislation Committee, #5568 (1 of 2) 1958-1961

Scope and Contents

Reports and legislative initiatives of the California Farm Research and Legislative Committee.

Box 63, Folder 1

California Farm Research and Legislation Committee, #5568 (2 of 2) 1958-1961

Scope and Contents

Reports and legislative initiatives of the California Farm Research and Legislative Committee.

Box 63, Folder 2-3

California Farm Research and Legislation Committee, #5570 1959-1963

Scope and Contents

Reports and legislative initiatives of the California Farm Research and Legislative Committee, newspaper articles.

Box 63, Folder 4

House Un-American Activities Committee, #5582 (1 of 2) 1960- 1961

Scope and Contents

Pamphlets, literature, journals, (local and national) "Operation Abolition," American Civil Liberties Union correspondence and materials, HUAC hearing statement, reports, briefs.

Box 63, Folder 5

House Un-American Activities Committee, #5582 (2 of 2) 1960-1961

Scope and Contents

Clippings, pamphlets.

Box 63, Folder 6

California Farm Research and Legislation Committee, #6223 1965-1966

Scope and Contents

Includes Governor Edmund Gerald (Pat) Brown, Sr. letter to Grace McDonald, Executive Secretary of CFR and L Committee.

Box 64, Folder 1

House Un-American Activities Committee, # 6246 (1 of 2) 1963- 1966

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, newsletters, agendas, reports, clippings, Alan Cranston letter.

Box 64, Folder 2

House Un-American Activities Committee, # 6246 (2 of 2) 1963-1966

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, newsletters, agendas, reports, clippings.

Box 64, Folder 3

San Jose Students v. People (Marine Demonstration) - Reports and Exhibits, #9456 (1 of 4) 1967

Scope and Contents

Witness statements, police reports.

Box 64, Folder 4

San Jose Students v. People (Marine Demonstration) - Newspaper clippings, #9457 (2 of 4) 1967

Scope and Contents

Payment information, news clippings.

Box 64, Folder 5

San Jose Students v. People (Marine Demonstration) - Pictures and Data, #9459 (3 of 4) 1967

Scope and Contents

Photographic prints and negatives of the demonstration. Includes 7 sleeves of prints, with the rest standing alone as individual prints. Some photographs were taken by Steven Fletcher. Total prints: 104.

Box 64, Folder 6

San Jose Students v. People (Marine Demonstration) - Probation reports and notes (4 of 4) 1967

Scope and Contents

Materials from San Jose State University student demonstrations against Dow Chemical and Marine Corps recruiters.

Box 64, Folder 7

Citizens Committee for Humane Abortion Laws, #10152 1961-1963

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, newsletters, abortion rights questionnaire.

Box 64, Folder 8

Concentration Camps, #10155 1968-1969

Scope and Contents

Material regarding legal challenge to Title II, Emergency Detention section of McCarran Act.

Box 65, Folder 1

Right Wing, # 10167 1965-1969

Scope and Contents

Correspondence (including hate mail) clippings, newspapers.

Box 65, Folder 2

Photographic print of Lewis Carpenter and Will Rogers as subjects approximately 1900-1920

Box 65, Folder 3

Publications on politics, economics, and international affairs 1973-1980

Box 65, Folder 4

Thorne, John - Proposed Speech for President Jimmy Carter approximately 1970-1975

Box 65, Folder 5

News Clippings approximately 1976

Scope and Contents

News clippings regarding Gerald Ford, the San Quentin Six, and a protest in San Jose.

Box 65, Folder 6

War Resisters League, 1963 Peace Calendar and Appointment Book 1963-1963

Box 65, Folder 7

Farm Reporter, #5569 1961

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding involvement in California Farm Reporter and California Farm Research and Legislative Committee organization.

Box 65, Folder 8

National Lawyers Guild, #5540 (1 of 2) 1952- 1956

Scope and Contents

Synopses of transcripts, reports to California Bar concerning Smith Act prosecutions in California. In addition to materials related to Attorney-General Herbert Brownell's determination to place National Lawyers Guild on his list of subversive organizations.

Box 65, Folder 9

National Lawyers Guild, #5540 (2 of 2) 1952- 1956

Scope and Contents

Synopses of transcripts, reports to California Bar concerning Smith Act prosecutions in California. In addition to materials related to Attorney General Herbert Brownell's determination to place National Lawyers Guild on his list of subversive organizations.

Box 122, Folder 1

Forsyth, James W. vs. Ford Motor Company, #12381 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

Workmen's compensation, case 72 SJ 36291

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 2

Cooper, Robert L. vs. Ford Motor Company, #12385 (1 of 2) 1971-1974

Scope and Contents

Workmen's compensation, case 71 SJ 33107

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 3

Cooper, Robert L. vs. Ford Motor Company, #12385 (2 of 2) 1971-1974

Scope and Contents

Workmen's compensation, case 71 SJ 33107

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 4

Munroe, Gordon vs. O'Connor Hospital, et al., #12386 1971-1974

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 5

Grimes, Homer vs. Arballo, John D., #12387 1971-1976

Scope and Contents

Workmen's compensation, case 74 SJ 43410.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 6

Gladding, Edward vs. Ford Motor Company, #12389 1970-1974

Scope and Contents

Workmen's compensation case.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 7

Lunsford, Sammy vs. Ford Motor Company, #12391 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

Workmen's compensation case.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 8-9

Gordon, Patrick vs. Madco Welding Plumbing Supply, #12397 1972-1974

Scope and Contents

Case #290572

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 122, Folder 10

Gordon, Patrick vs. Microfab Systems and I.I. (WCAB), #12398 1973-1974

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2024 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 65, Folder 10

Economic Opportunity Commission of Santa Clara County, Incorporated 1968-1970

Scope and Contents

Application for Community Action Program. Volume II: Community Programs PY-D. Topics contents include: A) Community Organization B) United American Indians C) United Progreso Arriba. Folder also includes financial statement and memorandas.

Box 66, Folder 1

Thorne, John – Judicial Appointment (Stanek's file) 1977-1979

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, personal data questionnaire, letters of reference, examples of important cases, and notes related to application for judgeship.

Box 66, Folder 2

Manuscript of Life with Lyndon in the Great Society, by Jack Minnis 1965-1966

Scope and Contents

Letter to J. Thorne from Jack Minnis Copy of manuscript.

Box 66, Folder 3

Proposed Speech for Jimmy Carter 1978-1979

Scope and Contents

Correspondence to and from John Thorne, including a handwritten letter from Alan Cranston, related to proposed Carter speech. Includes list of recipients of proposed speech.

Box 66, Folder 4

Land Grant Cases 1973

Scope and Contents

Pamphlets and research papers on land grants, and acquisitions in relation to the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.

Box 67, Folder 1

Land Grant Cases #1, #16933 (1 of 2) 1969-1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, papers, reports, notes, meeting agendas related to Tierra Amarilla land grant struggle and the Treaty of Hidalgo.

Box 67, Folder 2

Land Grant Cases #1, #16933 (2 of 2) 1969-1980

Scope and Contents

Court of Private Land Claims Decisions; copy of Congressional Bill regarding New Mexico land claims, "The Mexican-American Rural Community Anti-Poverty Act of 1975".

Box 67, Folder 3

Land Grant File #2, #16933B 1971-1972

Scope and Contents

Proposals, budgets, papers, information sheet, a development plan, and notes regarding the Cooperative and Clinic of Tierra Amarilla; proposal for land grant adjudication pursuant to the Treaty of Hidalgo.

Box 67, Folder 4-5

"Land Tenure in Northern New Mexico", dissertation by Roxanne Amanda Dunbar 1974

Box 68, Folder 1

"Land Title Study" by White, Koch, Kelley and McCarthy, Attorneys at Law, and the New Mexico State Planning Office 1971

Scope and Contents

Study accompanied by a letter from the State Planning Office.

Box 68, Folder 2

Land Grant Research 1973

Scope and Contents

Copies of translations, studies, and other documentation regarding land grants, specifically Tierra Amarilla land grant and the Treaty of Hidalgo

Box 68, Folder 3-4

Cases, Briefs, and Pleadings: Selective Service 1968-1969

Scope and Contents

Memorandums, court documents, opinions, briefs, and papers regarding selective service, conscientious objection cases, refusal to register, and parent refusal to allow child to register.

Box 69, Folder 1

Cases, Briefs, and Pleadings: Selective Service 1968-1969

Box 69, Folder 2

American Civil Liberties Union Selective Service Memoranda circa 1960s

Box 69, Folder 3

Federal Bureau of Investigation - John Ebson Thorne, Volume I, copy 1 1950-1974

Box 69, Folder 4

Federal Bureau of Investigation - John Ebson Thorne, Volume I, copy 2 1961-1974

Box 69, Folder 5

Federal Bureau of Investigation - John Ebson Thorne, Volume II, copy 2 1961-1974

Box 69, Folder 6

Federal Bureau of Investigation - John Ebson Thorne, Volume III, copy 1 1954-1971

Box 70, Folder 1

Federal Bureau of Investigation - John Ebson Thorne, Volume III, copy 2 1954-1971

Box 70, Folder 2

Freedom of Information Act files, Navy: Thorne, John 1975-1976

Box 70, Folder 3

Freedom of Information Act files - Correspondence 1975-1976

Scope and Contents

Correspondence with Central Intelligence Agency, State Department, and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Box 70, Folder 4-6

Freedom of Information Act files - Correspondence and research on law 1975-1979

Box 70, Folder 7

Issues (1 of 3) 1971-1982

Scope and Contents

Journals, articles, and pamphlets about various environmental, legal, political, and social justice issues, both local and international; a copy of Rose Bird's remarks at the Santa Clara Bar Association Dinner, 1977, with a handwritten note to Thorne; Thorne letter to the editor (sent to 7 newspapers) "Re: Crime and Terror in the Streets."

Box 70, Folder 8

Issues (2 of 3) 1971-1982

Scope and Contents

Journals, articles, and pamphlets about various environmental, legal, political, and social justice issues, both local and international. Included is a copy of the second draft of a speech written by Harry A. Gailey, San Jose State University Professor, School of Social Sciences, African Studies Program, for the April 18, 1979 event honoring his selection as President's Scholar. Gail Fullerton was President at that time. Handwritten note to Thorne is attached.

Box 71, Folder 1

Issues (3 of 3) 1971-1982

Box 71, Folder 2

Tollefson shooting - Yellow Thunder Camp (1 of 4) 1982-1983

Scope and Contents

Papers from State of South Dakota vs. Collins Catch the Bear: Grand Jury proceedings, motions, statements, depositions.

Box 71, Folder 3

Tollefson shooting - Yellow Thunder Camp (2 of 4) 1982-1982

Scope and Contents

Witness statements, coroner's report, conversations with witnesses.

Box 71, Folder 4

Tollefson shooting – Yellow Thunder Camp (3 of 4) 1983

Scope and Contents

Court briefs, depositions, arguments, decisions, and hearings.

Box 71, Folder 5

Tollefson shooting: Case records – Yellow Thunder Camp (4 of 4) 1983

Scope and Contents

Court briefs, depositions, arguments, decisions, and hearings.

Box 119, Folder 13

Black Hills Alliance – Nick Meinhart vs. State of South Dakota – Deposition issue #16979 (1 of 2) 1982-1983

Scope and Contents

Case notes, correspondence, reprinted articles, court records, and trial motions.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 72, Folder 1

Black Hills Alliance – Nick Meinhart vs. State of South Dakota – Deposition issue, #16979 (2 of 2) 1982-1983

Scope and Contents

Preliminary trial hearing,memorandum on a deposition issue.

Box 72, Folder 2

Phone Phreaks, #17010 1972-1979

Scope and Contents

Editions of Technological American Party (TAP) and its predecessor, Youth International Party Line (YIPL); publications for "Phone Phreaks" by Youth Hotline Reports, Inc.

Box 72, Folder 3

National Lawyers Guild - Old Members, #17012 1974-1975

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between National Lawyers Guild members regarding a letter to former members that encouraged re engagement with the organization. Includes 1 photographic print and program from the 1974 National Lawyers Guild San Francisco Chapter Dinner.

Box 72, Folder 4

Hayden, Tom – Campaign for Economic Democracy, #17015 1977-1980

Scope and Contents

Campaign for Economic Democracy correspondence and newsletters.

Box 72, Folder 5

Deloria, Vine – General Correspondence, #16987 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Personal and professional correspondence primarily between Thorne and Deloria.

Box 72, Folder 6

Thorne, John - Cooke, Bernard vs., #16981 1980-1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, itemized invoices, court documents related to the case: Bernard E. Cooke, Plaintiff, v. Hetland and Wilson, etc., in which John Thorne is a defendant.

Box 72, Folder 7

Thorne, John – Purchase of 4 ½ Acres in Olympia 1981-1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes, and documents related to land purchase.

Box 72, Folder 8

Thorne, John - Nancy Powell Matter re: Zen Properties Partnership, #16980 1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding Zen Properties Partnership.

Box 72, Folder 9

Cranston, Alan correspondence 1983-1992

Box 73, Folder 1

Self-determination - Inuits and the Hawaiians 1993-1995

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the self-determination by the Inuits and the Hawaiians: Testimony to the Alaska Natives Commission, article reprints.

Box 73, Folder 2

[Untitled] 1974-1993

Scope and Contents

Thorne paper: "FBI Guidelines -- Foreign Intelligence and Counterintelligence"; "An Analysis of Our AFL-CIO Role in Latin America" booklet by Fred Hirsch; copy of First Amended Verified Complaint; The Nation Magazine; Harper's; the Progressive; Mother Jones, etc., against United States Department of Defense, Richard Cheney, etc.

Box 73, Folder 3

Tribal Matters 1989-1990

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the Northern Cheyenne tribal council; petition for a Referendum for the removal of Edwin Dahle from the office of Tribal President; correspondence (re: removal of tribal Vice-President); notices, agendas, memorandums, resolutions, petitions, notes; amended Constitution and Bylaws; copies of clippings.

Box 73, Folder 4

Exporting Cold War - Draft 1985

Scope and Contents

Three essays on labor and the Cold War. One written by Fred Hirsch, other authors unknown.

Box 119, Folder 14

Means, Russell and Theodore 1980-1984

Scope and Contents

Court documents, reports, applications, permits, and correspondence related to several cases involving the Oglala Sioux occupation of Yellow Thunder Camp in the Black Hills National Forest.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 73, Folder 5

American Indian Movement - Indian Burial Ground Issue 1973-1976

Scope and Contents

Map, reports, city ordinances, and correspondence related to Native American burial ground discovered during a building project on Camden Avenue in Almaden Valley, San Jose, California. Brochure from the Society for California Archaeology, The Status of California Archaeology.

Box 74, Folder 1

American Indian Movement - Deganawidah-Quetzalcoatl (DQ) University – Indian Tribunal, #16928 1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, agendas, testimonies by Russell Means and William Means, and other materials related to The First American International Tribune (On the Economic Effects of U.S. Foreign and Domestic Power).

Box 74, Folder 2

Alves, Maria Thereza - Immigration Problem, #16927 1981-1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between John Thorne, Maria Thereza Alves, and Alan Cranston regarding her immigration status. Includes 2 artist brochures related to silkscreens and woodcuts which Alves is trying to sell on behalf of Cuban artists, Nelson Domingues and Eduardo Roco.

Box 74, Folder 3

House Un-American Activities Committee - "A Report on 'Operation Abolition'" , #5627 1961

Scope and Contents

Copies of the pamphlet, "A Report on "Operation Abolition'" by the Santa Clara County Democratic Central Committee, chaired by John Thorne. Critiques propaganda film which was made of a student protest at the HUAC hearings in San Francisco on May 12, 1960.

Box 74, Folder 4

Reports on land, water, and the power industry 1952-1962

Box 74, Folder 5

Reports by the American Federation of Labor 1954-1955

Box 74, Folder 6-7

Human Relations Commission, #5518 1965

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, minutes, cases and other materials related to the Commission, appointed by the San Jose City Council to address discriminatory practices in housing, education, and employment. Thorne was an active member.

Box 74, Folder 8-9

Farm Reporter, #5587 1955-1956

Scope and Contents

Reports, agendas, minutes, and copied correspondence concerning California Farm Research and Legislative Committee.

Box 75, Folder 1

Farm Reporter, #5587 1955-1956

Box 75, Folder 2

United Farm Workers, #14499 1976

Scope and Contents

Appeal to Santa Clara Bar Association for UFW support. Letter by Thorne.

Box 75, Folder 3

Civil Liberties – Loyalty Oaths – McCarran Act, #5584 1951-1963

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, news clippings, reports, copies of dissenting opinions, and pamphlets. Also includes Hollywood Life Magazine, VI, No. 35.

Box 75, Folder 4

Civil Rights clippings, #5585 1960-1963

Box 75, Folder 5

Bar Association Medical-Legal Committee, #5517 1955-1964

Scope and Contents

Rules and amendments related to court procedures; ballots; correspondence; and informational letters related to Santa Clara County Bar Association business.

Box 75, Folder 6

American Civil Liberties Union vs. San Jose Entertainment Commission, #5525 1954-1957

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and Ernest Besig, Executive Director of Northern California ACLU; other correspondence and materials related to threat to civil liberties in California. Also includes publications of the Journal of the State Bar of California and American Civil Liberties Union.

Box 75, Folder 7

American Civil Liberties Union, et al., #5526 1950-1952

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and the American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California; correspondence from the Emergency Civil Liberties Committee. Newsletters from the American Civil Liberties Union, The National Conference of Christians and Jews, the San Jose Council for Civic Unity, and the Emergency Civil Liberties Committee.

Box 75, Folder 8

American Civil Liberties Union, #5527 1957

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence with American Civil Liberties Union regarding membership recruitment.

Box 75, Folder 9

Bridges Trial Information – 1955, #5528 1955

Scope and Contents

Correspondence with the International Longshoremen's and Warehousemen's Union; information on the trial in which the Immigration Service sought to revoke the citizenship of Harry Bridges because of his affiliation with the Communist Party.

Box 75, Folder 10

Immigration Matters, #5529 approximately 1950-1969

Scope and Contents

Blank application to create record of admission for permanent residence

Box 76, Folder 1

Industrial Accident Commission Information, #5530 1949-1960

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, memorandums, reports, and testimony related to workmen's compensation cases which came before the Industrial Accident Commission. Case law related to preexisting disabilities apportionment.

Box 76, Folder 2

Jurisdictional Strike Act, #5531 1957

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and the Secretary-Treasurer of the California State Federation of Labor about the Jurisdictional Strike Act.

Box 76, Folder 3

Jury Commissioner – Proposed Salary Increase, #5532 1962

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and Judge Del Mutolo of the Superior Court of San Jose, in which Thorne supports Del Mutolo's argument against a salary increase.

Box 76, Folder 4

Labor Education, #5533 1955

Scope and Contents

Thorne letter to William Pedigo's report on the 6th Annual Labor Press Conference in Fresno, California. Includes copy of the conference report.

Box 76, Folder 5

Landrum Griffiths, #5536 (1 of 2) 1959

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence on the Landrum Griffin Act; pamphlets, Supreme Court Reporter, analyses, and other materials dealing with the complexity of compliance with Landrum Griffin.

Box 76, Folder 6

Landrum Griffiths, #5537 (2 of 2) 1959

Scope and Contents

Labor law and reports.

Box 76, Folder 7

Lawyers Guild 1957

Scope and Contents

Lawyers Guild Newsletter

Box 76, Folder 8

Legal Aid Society of Santa Clara County, #5539 1961

Scope and Contents

Recruitment letter from Robert L. Blake, President; and Thorne's acceptance.

Box 76, Folder 9

Political, #5522 1965

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Thorne and: William Donlon (Don) Edwards, Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Simon Casady, Chairman of the California Democratic Council (CDC), and others related to attempts to remove Casady from the Chairmanship. News clippings, notes, Don Edwards speech, and other materials.

Box 76, Folder 10

Stanton Recall, #5523 1965

Scope and Contents

News clippings, correspondence, letter to the editor, notes, and documents related to the 1965 failed recall attempt of Assemblymen William F. Stanton, who was Thorne's law partner.

Box 76, Folder 11

Human Relations Commission, #5524 1964

Scope and Contents

Rules and regulations; minutes; cases; complaints; correspondence and other material related to the business of the Human Relations Commission of San Jose, of which John Thorne was a member.

Box 76, Folder 12

Proposed Labor Legislation, #5535 1959

Scope and Contents

Thorne notes and analysis on California Assembly Bill 419 on labor; copy of the bill; 3 copies of Confidential Study Section Minutes of the Commonwealth Club of California, March to May 1959.

Box 76, Folder 13

Miscellaneous Correspondence, #5551 1963

Scope and Contents

Includes a wide range of correspondence reflecting Thorne's personal, professional, humanitarian, and political interests.

Box 77, Folder 1

Miscellaneous, #5552 1963

Scope and Contents

Letters to Fred Dutton, William Donlon (Don) Edwards (with responses), and Pierre Salinger, Milan and Daisy Popovich, among others. Kenneth Chang resume, news clipping.

Box 77, Folder 2

Thorne, John – Personal, Committees, memberships, etc, #5553 1960-1962

Scope and Contents

Thorne correspondence and minutes from 10 May 1961 meeting of Human Relations Commission, where it was determined that after 4 absences a commissioner would be asked to resign.

Box 77, Folder 3

Human Relations Commission, #5780 1965-1966

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, minutes and other materials related to the commission. Folder containing materials from National Association of Inter-Group Relations Officials (NAIRO) 1965 conference.

Box 77, Folder 4

Peace, Disarmament, Shelters, #5595 1962

Scope and Contents

News clippings; petition. Publications: 1962 edition of The Nation; War Resisters League brochure; Humanity Guild, Inc., publication; "Steps to Disarmament" from Scientific American,1962; The Shelter Hoax and Foreign Policy.

Box 77, Folder 5

Right Wing, #5600 1960-1963

Scope and Contents

Pamphlets, mailers, brochures, clippings, and reports from and about various people/organizations regarding HUAC, the John Birch Society, labor and communism, AFL-CIO, Earl Warren, Rockefeller, Christian Nationalist Crusade, Christian Freedom's Program, and Keep America Committee. "The Prose of Richard Nixon," The Reporter, September 29, 1960.

Box 77, Folder 6

Politics - March through 1962, #5698 1962

Scope and Contents

News clippings, pamphlets, notes, brochures, newsletters, correspondence, etc., related to political races and positions, both local and national, while John Thorne was Chairman of the Santa Clara Democratic Central Committee. Henry Hammer vs. William Stanton and John Thorne in the press, during race for 25th Assembly District, 1962.

Box 77, Folder 7

Politics - April--10 June, #5699 1960-1962

Scope and Contents

1962 election issues and campaigns, local and state and national: correspondence, news clippings, and campaign materials.

Box 78, Folder 1

Politics - 11 June--28 November, #5700 1962

Scope and Contents

Letter from US Vice President Lyndon Johnson thanking Thorne for organizing his visit to San Jose; news clippings, correspondence, election materials, documents, reports, a newsletter and journals related to local, state, and US campaigns.

Box 78, Folder 2

Politics, #5701 1958-1961

Scope and Contents

News clippings; membership lists with contact information; political statistics including donations and populations, loyalty ranking and voter turnout; Santa Clara County Democratic Central Committee Bylaws; Memorandums and resolutions of the Central Committee.

Box 78, Folder 3

Politics - 1961--February 1962, #5702 1961-1962

Scope and Contents

Correspondence concerning Democratic Party politics, including letters from Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Cyrus Vance, Senator Clair Engle, Alan Cranston, and Governor Brown's administrative assistant May Layne Bonnell. Democratic Party newsletters, election materials, meeting minutes, and news clippings; minutes of the 1961 Convention of the Association of California Consumers.

Box 78, Folder 4

Politics - 4 April 1961--29 July 1961: Correspondence, #5697 (1 of 2) 1961

Scope and Contents

Correspondence regarding Democratic Party matters, including letters from Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Senator Clair Engle, and Frederick G. Dutton, Special Assistant to President Kennedy; recommendations for political appointments; Thorne's handwritten notes.

Box 78, Folder 5

Politics - 4 April 1961--29 July 1961: Correspondence, #5697 (2 of 2) 1960-1961

Scope and Contents

Includes Democratic State Central Committee material; conference report from "West Coast Conference on Economic Adjustments to Disarmament" May, 1961 (2 copies); Assembly Bill 2614, regarding "Therapeutic abortion."

Box 78, Folder 6

Politics - 1 December 1960--31 March 1961: Correspondence, #5693 1960-1961

Scope and Contents

Includes Democratic Party correspondence between Thorne and Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Lieutenant Governor Glenn M. Anderson, Senator Clair Engle, Congressman Charles S. Gubser, Alan Cranston, May Layne Bonnell, and Special Assistants to the President Fred Dutton and Lawrence F. O'Brien. Correspondence focuses on political appointments, and includes reference to the construction of a new University of California campus in Santa Cruz. Also includes Democratic Party financial reports, minutes, resolutions, and other materials.

Box 79, Folder 1

Politics - 1 November 1961--31 December 1961, #5694 1961

Scope and Contents

Labor, election, and endorsement pamphlets. Conference Report, "West Coast Conference on Economic Adjustments to Disarmament" by C. Everett Lennon, along with Lennon's resume and letter to Thorne thanking him for support in his quest for a job with the newly formed US Agency for International Development (USAID).

Box 79, Folder 2

Politics - 1 November 1961--13 December 1961, #5695 1961

Scope and Contents

Correspondence related to Democratic Party activities in Santa Clara, as well as political appointments and upcoming local and state elections. Letters from disgruntled constituents, news clippings, and the draft of an apology demand by Thorne related to Representative Charles S. Gubser's (Republican-Gilroy) accusation that President Kennedy "lied his way into the White House." A photographic print of Thorne with an unidentified woman at an event.

Box 79, Folder 3

Political, #5685 1964

Scope and Contents

News clippings, newsletters, endorsement letter by U.S. Representative William Donlon (Don) Edwards for State Representative William F. Stanton, 25th District. Thorne's 1964 Certificate of Election as Member, County Central Committee Second Supervisorial District, Democratic Party. Coverage of Stanton vs. McEnery campaign.

Box 79, Folder 4-6

Politics - 9 June--30 November 1960, #5691 1960

Scope and Contents

Materials related to Thorne's chairmanship of the California Democratic State Central Committee (DSCC); correspondence related to the upcoming election and politics in general. Correspondence and speeches by Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Alan Cranston, Robert F. Kennedy (1 telegram), and John F. Kennedy (copies of remarks).

Box 80, Folder 1-3

Politics - 30 July--31 October 1961, #5696 1961

Scope and Contents

Materials related to Thorne's Chairmanship of the California State Democratic Central Committee; newsletters; correspondents include Attorney General Stanley Mosk, Clair Engle, Fred Dutton, Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., William Donlon (Don) Edwards; newsletters; Road to Freedom, by Paul C. Fisher. Fisher Pen Co.: Forest Park, Illinois, 1960.

Box 80, Folder 4

Politics - 1 January 1962--December 1963, #5684 (1 of 2) 1962-1963

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, clippings, and membership cards for Democratic National Committee. Correspondents include: David Doerr, Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Stanley Mosk, Alan Cranston, William H. Deal, Clair Engle.

Box 80, Folder 5

Politics - 1 January 1962--December 1963, #5684 (2 of 2) 1962-1963

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, clippings, membership cards for Democratic National Committee, and an election handout with "Elect John E.Thorne State Senator". Correspondents include: David Doerr, Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr., Stanley Mosk, Alan Cranston, William H. (Bill) Deal, Clair Engle.

Box 80, Folder 6

Politics - Clippings and pamphlets, September 1959--31 October 1960, #5689 1959-1960

Box 81, Folder 1-2

Politics - December 1959--6 June 1960, #5690 1959-1960

Scope and Contents

Newsletters, clippings, and correspondence, including Thorne's letter to Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Sr. encouraging a meeting with Hector Moreno and Edward Roybal, founding officers of Mexican American Political Association (MAPA), letters between Thorne and Moreno, and letters from constituents. Materials related to the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. and the upcoming elections.

Box 81, Folder 3

Politics - Clippings, 1 November 1960--3 April 1961, #5692 1961

Scope and Contents

Includes brochures, journals, pamphlets, and clippings from the 1960 election and the California Democratic Council. Also included are letters and clippings following Thorne's disagreement with certain political appointments.

Box 81, Folder 4

International Treaty Council: Indigenous Nations - United Nations 1983

Box 81, Folder 5

Thorne, John – Du Lac, Curtis Project 1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondence related to the Curtis Project, which consisted of plans for full size reproductions of 24 of Edward Sheriff Curtis' photographs of Native Americans from 1898.

Box 119, Folder 15

Turner, Bill vs. Manor Books, aka Woodhill 1975, 1981-1983

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 81, Folder 6

Thorne, John – National Lawyers Guild vs. Federal Bureau of Investigation, et al. 1982-1983

Box 81, Folder 7

Aruba Bonaire Curacao Trust Co. – U.S. vs. Margolis in re: SRM, #14851 1977

Box 81, Folder 8

Kinoy, Arthur – Constitution in Crisis Project 1983

Box 119, Folder 16

Lakota Treaty Council vs. U.S. – Court of Claims (1 of 2) 1977-1981

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, copies of the Petition, notes, documents, background and research materials, reports, and other materials related to the case. Correspondents include: Vine Deloria, Russell and William Means; Sioux Tribal Council, and Greg Zephier.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 17

Lakota Treaty Council vs. U.S. – Court of Claims (2 of 2) 1977-1981

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 18-19

Iranian Students vs. San Jose State, March 1982 1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes, and documents related to a case on which Thorne did preliminary work. The case involving 7 students, stemmed from a disturbance on the SJSU campus on March 31, 1982. Also included are accounts of the event, and copies of the Spartan Daily covering the conflict between pro- and anti-Khomeini students with an article on Thorne speaking about the Middle East on the SJSU campus at the invitation of the Confederation of Iranian Students. Pamphlets, articles, newsletters and fundraising letters from the Muslim Iranian Students Society and others.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 81, Folder 9

Thorne, John – Personal (1 of 3) 1981

Scope and Contents

Primarily personal correspondence. Correspondents include: Thorne, John Graves, Marilyn Mason, Jane Silver, Margaret C. Cox (British Broadcasting Corporation), Robison R. Harrell.

Box 81, Folder 10

Thorne, John – Personal (2 of 3) 1981

Scope and Contents

Primarily personal correspondence. Correspondents include: Thorne, H.W van Rinsum, Mario Gonzalez (Oglala Sioux Legal Department), Jean Duriau, Ferdinand Torres, Johanna Morgan, Mary [?], Austen B. Warburton, Saude[?] Fritz, Jeremy Rifkin (Peoples Business Commission).

Box 81, Folder 11

Thorne, John – Personal (3 of 3) 1981

Scope and Contents

Correspondence. Correspondents includes: Thorne, Craig S. Vincent, Ferdinand Torres, Herb Caen (San Francisco Chronicle), [?] Fogaritz[?]. Sallyann Hawko, Sally [?], Henry (Harry) Margolis, Pat Olwell, Pat White Carlson, Robby Meeropol, Jane and Henry Eckhart.

Box 82, Folder 1-3

Thorne, John – Judicial Appointment 1977-1982

Scope and Contents

Extensive correspondence related to Thorne's pursuit of a judicial appointment in the California State Judicial System. Copies of Thorne letters and some original correspondence: William Donlon (Don) Edwards, Governor Edmund G. (Jerry) Brown, Jr., Alan Cranston, Jerry Smith, California state senator, Vine Deloria, Si Casady, and Anthony Kline. Also, related forms, documents, and articles.

Box 82, Folder 4-5

Milam, Lorenzo - Jack Straw 1987-1992, 1995

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, articles, and other materials related to the Jack Straw Memorial Foundation, created to support KRAB and public community radio in Seattle which was founded by Lorenzo Milam. Correspondence documenting the relationship between Milam, his Fessenden Educational Fund, and Jack Straw. Personal correspondence between Thorne and Milam.

Box 82, Folder 6

Chomsky 1988-1997

Scope and Contents

Copies of correspondence (13 letters) between Thorne and Noam Chomsky from May 26, 1988 to February 18, 1997. Reprinted articles and other correspondence.

Box 121, Folder 10

Peltier Criminal Case 1993

Scope and Contents

Articles, press releases, newsletters, transcripts, fundraising materials, and correspondence related to Leonard Peltier's criminal case, and the denial of his third appeal. Jolene Unsoeld, Leonard Peltier Defense Committee.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 11

Charles Conway 1973-1993

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the case of Charles "Chuck" Conway, of the Puyallup Tribe, Tacoma Washington, who was arrested on warrant that was more than 20 years old.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 82, Folder 7

International Indian Treaty Council 1981-1994

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the Council, including its tax exempt status, newsletters, reports; articles, correspondence. Materials and correspondence related to individuals and individual cases, and public policy affecting Native Americans. Correspondents include: Thorne, Nick Meinhardt (Black Hills Alliance), Alan Cranston, Timothy Has No Horse, Sr., Miguel Alfonso, Antonio G. Gonzalez, Patricia Krommer, Don Littlewolf, Barbara E. Campbell (Global Ministries). Also includes 3½x5 photographic color prints. Total prints: 9.

Box 83, Folder 1-2

International Indian Treaty Council 1981-1994

Scope and Contents

Materials related to the Council, including its tax exempt status, newsletters, reports; articles, correspondence. Materials and correspondence related to individuals and individual cases, and public policy affecting Native Americans. Correspondents include: Thorne, Nick Meinhardt (Black Hills Alliance), Alan Cranston, Timothy Has No Horse, Sr., Miguel Alfonso, Antonio G. Gonzalez, Patricia Krommer, Don Littlewolf, Barbara E. Campbell (Global Ministries). Also includes 3½x5 photographic color prints. Total prints: 9.

Box 83, Folder 3

Thorne - Trip to Pakistan, et al. 1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Khossrow Qhadiri, Edward Savage, and Congressman William Donlon (Don) Edwards.

Box 83, Folder 4

Thorne - Trip to Pakistan, Turkey 1983

Scope and Contents

Summary of Thorne's trip to Pakistan and Turkey.

Box 83, Folder 5

Reports and Research on Pakistan, Turkey, and Justice 1983

Scope and Contents

Includes a correspondence submitting an application for asylum by Thorne. "Justice in Pakistan: A Report of a Mission of Inquiry" by the Association of the bar of the city of New York and The Lawyers Committee for International Human Rights. A bulletin by The Lawyers committee for International Human Rights (Volume 3, No. 2 July 1983). "Critique: Review of the Department of State's Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 1982".

Box 83, Folder 6

Travel Tickets and Receipts 1983-1984

Box 83, Folder 7

Paris Consulate Cases 1981-1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondence with various educational institutions to confirm student enrollment.

Box 83, Folder 8

Correspondence and Reports 1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation, and William Donlon (Don) Edwards. Correspondence between R. Dufey and Hassan Baharestani. Includes clippings; PNS Insight Nov. 1983 issue; a case by the Commission on Human Rights; a semiannual report of nonimmigrant visas issued and refused from Oct. 1982 to March 1983 by the Embassy of the United States of America Rome; and "Notice for Iranian Citizens Seeking Refugee Status for the United States".

Box 83, Folder 9

Correspondence: Turkey 1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Captain Fazeli, and Thomas L. Holladay (only encloses notes from Fazeli).

Box 83, Folder 10

Correspondence 1989

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Todd [?], James D. Nations (Director of Research at the Center for Human Ecology) and P. Koornhof (Ambassador of South Africa) who wrote to Americans for their perspective on the subject of South Africa- includes an unfilled questionnaire. Includes an invitation to The Summit on National Indian Strategies and its tentative agenda.

Box 83, Folder 11

United Nations: Thailand approximately 1980-1985

Scope and Contents

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees assistance in Thailand general program, and information of the geographical locations in Thailand.

Box 83, Folder 12

The Evergreen State College student and faculty evaluations 1990

Scope and Contents

Includes student evaluation of Thorne as instructor.

Box 83, Folder 13

Correspondence on Nez Perce National Historic Trail 1988-1990

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: John W. Mumma, Edward R. Roybal, Meryvn M. Dynally, Henry A. Waxman, Joseph Redthunder, James M. Dolan, Jerome L. Buzzard.

Box 121, Folder 12

People vs. Craig Wallace and Robert Sweet (Sweep) 1991

Scope and Contents

Includes black-and-white photographic prints regarding incident; individual statements from Wallace, Sweet, and witnesses. Also includes arrest reports. Total photographic prints: 5.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 121, Folder 13

Evergreen 14 vs. State (Capital Campus Case) 1991

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, legal documents, and Thorne's notes regarding the arrest of 14 individuals protesting the 1991 Gulf War on Washington State's Capitol Campus. Contains color photographs of protesters' arrests. Total prints: 17.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2042 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 20

Eavis, Bill vs. American National Insurance Company, #16750 1982-1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Bill Eavis, Orson Clay (President of the American National Insurance Company), Dibrell, Dibrell, Greer and Brown (American National Insurance Company), Richard W. Herz.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 21

Strickler, Les vs. Smart 1976-1981

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Donald E. Eaton, James E. Anderson, Christine Boothman. Includes Promissory Note, papers from the Superior Court of Washington for San Juan County and a copy of the check from Les Strickler to the firm.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 119, Folder 22

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: General, #16552 (1 of 3) 1978-1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Joella Olsen (Legal Assistant), Andrew L. Faber (Legal Assistant), Fred A. Wool, Plumas Eureka Development Company. Includes Demand in Escrow and Release; Quitclaim Deed; Notice of Default, Exhibit "A" Description; Promissory Note; notes; copy of check made out to the firm.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 1

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: General, #16552 (2 of 3) 1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes, copies of checks.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 2

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: General, #16552 (3 of 3) 1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 3

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: Factored Accounts Berman, #16552 1978-1979

Scope and Contents

Correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 4

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: Rancho Sunol, #16552 1976-1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, Rancho Sunol Estates meeting agenda, Analysis of Joint Venture Agreement Between El Dorado Homes, Inc. and Rancho Sunol Estates, Inc., Analysis of Rancho Sunol Purchase Agreement, notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 5

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: Smith-Heck Partnership, #16552 1978-1979

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, Amendment to Agreement for Dissolution of Plumas Eureka Estates Development Co., Statement of Partnership.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 6

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: Plumas Eureka Joint Venture 180 Acres, #16552 1974-1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, Balance Sheet, Chicago Title Insurance Company Standard Coverage Policy, Joint Borrower's/Lender's Instructions,Contract of Sale, Agreement of Sale, copies of checks, Joint Venture Agreement, Plumas Eureka Estates Master Plan, notes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 7

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al.: $140,000 Note, #16552 1977-1978

Scope and Contents

Escrow Instructions, Short Form Deed of Trust and Assignment of Rents.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 8

Strickler, Les, et al. vs. Heck, et al. - Gardnerville, #16552 1979

Scope and Contents

Joint Venture Agreement Between Corporations.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 120, Folder 9

Patterson, L.W. vs. Flores, Lee Case Number 74089, #15776 1978-1981

Scope and Contents

Release of all claims, Mutual Release of All Claims, Standard Form Proposal and Agreement, correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 84, Folder 1

Thorne, John vs. PBS, et al., #16077 (1 of 2) 1980

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, clippings, court papers.

Box 84, Folder 2

Thorne, John vs. PBS, et al., #16077 (2 of 2) 1980

Scope and Contents

Affidavit of Lewis L. Lloyd, Peter S. McGhee, Anthony R. Thomas, David E. Fanning, Henry P. Becton, Jr.; Exhibit B Materials.

Box 118, Folder 1

Merino, Shirley and Steve vs. Merino Estates (1 of 2) 1978-1979

Scope and Contents

Correspondents include: Shirley Merino, Willard L. Patterson, Gerald C. Vanoli, John N. Norman, Harry J. Delizonna.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 2

Merino, Shirley and Steve vs. Merino Estates (2 of 2) 1978

Scope and Contents

Includes notes, correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 3-5

Merino, Shirley - Patterson, L.W. and Gladys, #15722 1978

Scope and Contents

Deed to the Merino estates, summary of value estates, receipt for legal documents and files, case papers.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 6

Merino, Shirley and Steve vs. Merino Estates, #15722 1978

Scope and Contents

Includes unsent correspondence.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 84, Folder 3-5

Merino, Shirley and Steve vs. Merino Estates, #15722 1978

Scope and Contents

Includes court documents and exhibit papers.

Box 118, Folder 7

Medicine, Beatrice vs. Ruth Beebe Hill 1981

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence, photocopies of clippings, and a newsletter. Correspondents include: Beatrice Medicine and Thorne.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 84, Folder 6-7

Pornography, #13316 approximately 1973

Scope and Contents

Case law research on the topic, including articles, essays, and Thorne's notes.

Box 85, Folder 1

National Lawyers Guild: Resolution on Separate Black Nation, #13318 1969-1971

Scope and Contents

Primarily includes correspondence, handouts, and clippings. Correspondents include: Doris Brin Walker; Scottish Office (Whitehall, London), Winifred Ewing, Member of Parliament (House of Commons).

Box 85, Folder 2

Thorne - Sacramento Farm Purchase, #13358 1974

Scope and Contents

Report, correspondence, and agreement. Financial and agricultural report on plot of land. Correspondents include: Henry (Harry) Margolis. Partnership Agreement between Thorne, R.M. Saini, William H. Clopton, Herbert S Stanek, and Richard W. Herz.

Box 85, Folder 3

Thorne - World Development File, #13355 1970-1973

Scope and Contents

Agreement between World Development Company and Thorne, William Clopton, Richard Herz, Herbert Stanek, and Elliot Steinberg. Correspondents include: Sol Scope, E.D. Mendenhall, Henry (Harry) Margolis, William H. Clopton.

Box 120, Folder 10

Anderson, Arthur vs. People, #16296 1981-1983

Scope and Contents

Correspondence on Anderson's case. Correspondents include: Thorne, William H. Clopton, Arthur Anderson, Ruth Babcock, Robin J. Dezember.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 8

Turner, Morley: Miscellaneous, #17091 1966-1978

Scope and Contents

Correspondence as well as receipts and records of legal fees incurred. Correspondents include: Thorne, Janet Turner, Morley Turner, Steven Cohn.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 9

Gerassi, John vs. Twentieth Century Fox, et al., #16963 1976-1977

Scope and Contents

Notes, script excerpts, book excerpts, memorandum, and audio cassette recording regarding "Che" film. Correspondents include: Thorne, Marion Wilhem, George D. Stephenson (Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation), John Gerassi.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege. Audio recordings are unavailable until reformatted. Contact Special Collections for information regarding access.

Box 118, Folder 10

Harrell, Rob, #16964 1980

Scope and Contents

Two 45 rpm vinyl records, all titled, "Waylon Jennings for President". Correspondents include: Thorne, Robison R. Harrell.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege. Audio recordings are unavailable until reformatted. Contact Special Collections for information regarding access.

Box 85, Folder 4

Police and Firefighter Retirement Fund-City of San Jose, #16968 1981-1983

Scope and Contents

Primarily includes correspondence and notes. Correspondents include: Thorne, Frances Tanner.

Box 120, Folder 11

Jon Meachum, People vs. (William Mandel Reference), #16940 1980-1982

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and notes. Correspondents include: Thorne, Jon Meachum, William Mandel.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 85, Folder 5

Jon Meachum, People vs. - Court transcripts, #16940 1977

Box 85, Folder 6

Jon Meachum, People vs. - Interviews, #16940 1976

Box 85, Folder 7

Jon Meachum, People vs. - Meachum packet to Thorne, #16940 1976-1978

Scope and Contents

Materials gathered by Meachum on his prior court case, including court documents, police reports, and correspondence. Correspondents include: Meachum, Paula F. Schmidt.

Box 85, Folder 8

Jon Meachum, People vs. - Reporter's transcript on appeal, #16940 1977

Box 86, Folder 1

Jon Meachum, People vs. - Clerk's transcript on appeal, #16940 1977

Box 118, Folder 11

Carney, John - Schumann, Jay - Curcurato, #16971 1980-1981

Scope and Contents

Court documents, notes, promotional material, budget proposal, and some correspondence. Court documents include a summons and complaint for breach of contract. Correspondents include: Thorne, Marc Darrow, Henry (Harry) Margolis, John B. Yost, Jane Fonda, John Carney, William (Bill) Moyers. Promotional materials are from Paradise Pictures.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 12

Ducote, Jerry, #16973 (1 of 2) 1975

Scope and Contents

Complaint: The People of the State of California vs. Jerome Decote.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 13

Ducote, Jerry, #16973 (2 of 2) 1975-1977

Scope and Contents

Clippings and correspondence. Correspondents include: Thorne; Ginny Muir; Donald G. and Sammie E. Wyman; Bob J. McCollum; Dave Weller; Jerry Boyes.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 86, Folder 2

Taubman, Milton - Ben Yellen Project, #16934 1979-1980

Scope and Contents

Drafts of agreement, correspondence, research, clippings, and notes. Correspondents include: Thorne, Karen J. Fairbank (Loeb and Loeb Law Offices), Milton Taubman.

Box 86, Folder 3

Rowe, Eric and Rebecca - Deeds, #15302 1976-1978

Box 118, Folder 14-15

Simmons, Patrick - The Doobie Brothers 1977-1978

Scope and Contents

Drafts of business agreements, notes, and correspondence. Correspondents include: Thorne; Law Offices of Gordon and McCabe; Robert Gordon; Bruce Cohn.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 118, Folder 16

Simmons, Patrick - Partnership Agreements 1976-1979

Scope and Contents

Also includes correspondents: Thorne and Richard W. Herz.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2029 due to attorney–client privilege.

Box 86, Folder 4-5

Clippings 1976-1977

Box 87, Folder 1-2

Clippings 1970

Box 87, Folder 3

Green Grow the Profits--Food (ABC News Close-up) 1973

Scope and Contents

Transcript for television news program.

Box 87, Folder 4

"The Deerslayer" screenplay by John Cooper, first draft, February 1993; correspondence 1993

Scope and Contents

Correspondent: Thorne.

Box 87, Folder 5

Miscellaneous Thorne materials undated

Scope and Contents

Che Guevara flocked representation, Union Shop card, No. 108281, Media at Work, A Project of California Newsreel brochure

Box 120, Folder 12

Eliason, Joyce and Dotson, Jill vs. Perse, Thomas, #16937 1980-1983

Scope and Contents

Psychiatric evaluation, correspondence, settlement agreement, receipts and records of legal fees incurred. Correspondents include: Alan H. Marx, Dennis A Roach, Leah Lynn Broidy, A David Kagon, Joyce Eliason.

Conditions Governing Access

Restricted until January 1, 2033 due to attorney–client privilege.