Series II: Research Materials, 1953-2009; undated
Scope and Contents
This series contains material regarding Schwendemann's other research that was not related to mob violence. A majority of the materials relate to Nicodemus, an all Black colony that was founded in Kansas in 1877, as well as Black migration and exodus to Kansas in 1879. This series contains reproductions of archival material such as letters, photographs, maps, petitions, and other documents from the Kansas State Historical Society, as well as memorandums and letters Schwendemann sent while trying to seek out research, and publish articles. Also included in this series are published copies of Schwendemann's articles "Nicodemus: Negro Haven on the Solomon", "Wyandotte and the First 'Exodusters' of 1879", "St. Louis and the 'Exodusters' of 1879", "The 'Exodusters' on the Missouri", and Schwendemann's graduate school thesis "Negro Exodus to Kansas: First Phase, March-July 1879". Finally this series contains copies of unpublished manuscripts Schwendemann wrote on ancient and medieval times.
Dates
- 1953-2009; undated
Availability
There are no access restrictions on this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 6 boxes (four document cases; two record storage boxes)
From the Collection: 3.6 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Note on Dates
Dates that fall into the range of 1840s-early 1900s are taken from the reproductions of original research material. Other dates listed are dates when Schwendemann compiled his research and published material. These dates fall into the range of 1950s-1970s; circa 2007; or are undated.
Creator
- From the Collection: Schwendemann, Glen (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections Repository
University Library South -5039 (Fifth Floor)
1000 E. Victoria St.
Carson CA 90747
310-243-3895
archives@csudh.edu