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North Dakota Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union Records, 1989-1993
Title: North Dakota Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union Records
ID: OGLMC 1221
Extent: 5.75 Linear Feet
Abstract
State chapter of the national group, which seeks to defend and preserve civil liberties
Administrative/Biographical History
In October 1917, the National Civil Liberties Bureau (NCLB) separated from the parent organization of Civil Liberties Bureau. Under the guidance of founder Roger Baldwin, the NCLB's main objective was defending the civil liberties of World War I conscientious objectors and American communists. On 20 January 1920, the NCLB changed its name to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). The ACLU has since expanded its objective to include defense against most civil rights infringements. The ACLU is especially interested in taking cases that can lead to constitutional changes at the federal level. The North Dakota Chapter deals with civil liberty issues at the state, regional, and national levels.
Administrative Information
Acquired:
10/31/1990. Additional materials were donated by Jane Summers on April 12, 1991 (Acc.91-1762), November 20, 1991, October 8, 1992 (Acc.92-1850), January 4, 1993 (Acc.93-1857) and October 27, 1994 (Acc.94-1986).
Restrictions: Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.
Acquisition Note:
Source: Jane Summers, ND ACLU Activities Coordinator.
Donation; Acc.91-1735
Donation; Acc.91-1735
Preferred Citation: (Description of Item). North Dakota Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union Records. OGLMC 1221, Box #, Folder #. Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections, Chester Fritz Library, University of North Dakota.
Finding Aid Revisions: Finding aid migrated to Archon in February 2014.
Collection Material Type: Organizational Records
Scope and Contents:
The North Dakota Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union Records date from 1989-1991 and consist of six series:
Series 1: General Organization Materials
Series 2: Biennial Conference
Series 3: ACLU Affiliates
Series 4: Subject Files
Series 5: North Dakota Chapter
Series 6: ACLU Press Clippings