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Otis Bowen at Black Expo photographs, 1976 June

 File — Box: 3, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: This collection includes photographs and film negatives from Otis R. Bowen in Indianapolis, Indiana ranging from 1945 to 1980, mainly regarding his time as governor of Indiana. The images depict him fulfilling his executive duties, including swearing in ceremonies for judicial and political appointees, the presentation of awards and proclamations, bill signings, and dedications of highways, buildings, and institutions. Other photographs show award ceremonies, Republican Party functions, and political and community events. There are also a few photographs from his political career prior to election as governor.

Occaisional clippings, receipts, correspondence, memos, and other papers accompany some photographs.

Dates

  • 1945-1980

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.3 Cubic Feet (7 manuscript boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Rare Books and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
140 North Senate Avenue
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 U.S.A.
317-232-3671