This collection contains the papers of Jack Harrison Pollack pertaining primarily to his research and writings for his biography of Chief Justice Earl Warren (1891-1974). The papers include correspondence with figures who knew and associated with Warren, research notes, and newspaper and magazine articles about Warren and his family. Also included are rough drafts of Pollack's biography, Earl Warren: The Judge Who Changed America, a corrected author's copy of the book, correspondence and promotional materials relating to the publication of the biography. Photographs which were used and considered for use in the book are also included in the collection. These photographs have been separated and placed with Pictorials Collections.

Jack Harrison Pollack was born in Philadelphia on December 4, 1914. His first publication was a group of crossword puzzles that he sold to the Philadelphia Ledger for five dollars each.

Number of containers: 4 boxes, 2 cartons Linear feet: 3.0

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Collection is open for research.