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Ku Klux Klan (1915- )

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Name valid for 20th and 21st centuries. Do not confuse with LC/NAF: Ku Klux Klan (19th cent.)

Found in 17 Collections and/or Records:

Oral History Interview with Sam Beck, 1976 September 17

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Identifier: B098.01.0001.00007
Abstract "Sam Beck explains how his family escaped from Russia when he was very young and lived in Cotopaxi, Colorado, before settling in Denver. He discusses his life in Denver in the early 1900s, including such topics as his school days, some of his pastimes, Jewish families living in Denver, farmers in Colorado, and businesses and business owners in Denver. He mentions prejudice against Jews in Denver and also talks about the Ku Klux Klan's influence in the city. In addition, he discusses Jewish...
Dates: 1976 September 17

Philip Milstein for Colorado Reflections

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Identifier: couda-milstein
Abstract

Philip Milstein, a civil engineer in Denver and one of the founders of Downtown Denver, Inc., discusses his experience as a student at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Reflects on his career during the Great Depression, how Denver has grown, changes to the urban landscape, and the future of Denver. Reflects on Denver mayors, the strength of the Ku Klux Klan, the building of the Stapleton Airport, and the creation of Red Rocks.

Dates: Date Not Yet Determined

Portrait of Philip Hornbein Reading, 1938

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Identifier: B063.08.0008.00004
Abstract

Philip Hornbein is reading in a chair with a cigarette in his hand. Hornbein was one of Colorado's top trial lawyers, a leader in the fight against the Ku Klux Klan, and chairman of Colorado's Democratic Party during the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt. He graduated from the University of Denver School of Law, practiced in Cripple Creek, then Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1938

Portrait of Philip Hornbein Reading, 1938

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Identifier: B063.08.0008.00093
Abstract

Philip Hornbein is reading in a chair. Hornbein was one of Colorado's top trial lawyers, a leader in the fight against the Ku Klux Klan, and chairman of Colorado's Democratic Party during the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt. He graduated from the University of Denver School of Law, practiced in Cripple Creek, then Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1938

Sam Menin for Colorado Reflections

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Identifier: couda-menin
Abstract

Sam Menin, Denver defense attorney, describes attending Westminster Law School (which would later merge the University of Denver College of Law) at night while working during the day. Menin reflects on his career and discusses why he often represented homeless, poor, or oppressed clients. Discusses the impact of the KKK, segregation, and race relations.

Dates: Date Not Yet Determined

The Denver Clarion, vol. 81, issue 29, 1976 October 25

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Identifier: clarion_v081i29_19761025
Abstract

Ku Klux Klan Active at DU. Viets Accept Plan. Aspen Questions Persist. No Word On Talks Resumption – Continental Grounded.

Dates: 1976 October 25

The Denver Clarion, vol. 81, issue 31, 1976 October 29

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Identifier: clarion_v081i31_19761029
Abstract

KKK Involvement Possibility Deplored. Regan Campaigns for Ford at Denver Luncheon. Lists Incriminate Politicians.

Dates: 1976 October 29

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