Political science.

Form of Material

Publications and professional papers of Dr. Edward M. Wheat, professor of political science at The University of Southern Mississippi.

Abstract

The Frank D. Barber Papers consist of campaign materials from Barber’s bid for the Mississippi State Senate in 1959, six issues of Southern Exposure from 1952-1953, and materials relating to the conferring university status on Mississippi Southern College in 1962. This collection is of particular interest to researchers studying Mississippi politicians and the history of the University of Southern Mississippi.

Abstract This collection consists of information on various politicians throughout Mississippi from approximately 1904 - 1959. The materials include biographical information of politicians and election-related materials (i.e. instructions for voting). The collection also contains campaign materials such as flyers, pamphlets, handout cards, and posters. There are also a variety of newspapers that feature campaign ads. Among the politicians whose campaign materials are featured in the collection are...

Form of Material From the Unprocessed Collection:

Publications and professional papers reflecting the academic career of Dr. Edward M. Wheat. Dr. Wheat, a professor in USM's Department of Political Scieence, retiredat the end of the fiscal year 1999/2000, after 23 years of service.

Abstract

Publications and professional papers reflecting the 23-year career of USM professor of political science.

Form of Material

Publications produced by Dr. Leon Wilber.