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Bob Osgood Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D044
Abstract

Bob Osgood was a square-dance caller from southern California and editor of Sets in Order. This collection contains films, documents, photographs, correspondence, fliers, dances, brochures, itineraries, badges, receipts, information related to Contra dancing, callers, lists, classes, artwork, and awards related to Bob Osgood from 1940 through 2002.

Dates: 1940-2002

Brundage Family Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D098
Abstract

Al and Bob Brundage were important figures in the square dance community. They played a significant role in spreading western style square dance in New England. This collection contains their square dance materials. This includes correspondence, personal files, working files, teaching materials, and interview transcripts.

Dates: Other: 1952-1996

Cal Golden Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D059
Abstract

This collection contains memorabilia from Cal Golden's time as a Square Dance Caller. The collection includes awards, realia, audio recordings, textiles, and photographs. Cal used the textiles for his performances. The awards, realia, and photographs were gifts or depict Cal performing.

Dates: 1928-2012

Glen Nickerson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D082
Abstract

Glen Nickerson is an author and cuer of contra dance. He was one of the creators of Contralab and has written multiple texts on Contra Dance. This collection contains photos, club and organization information, workshop materials, writings, and audiovisual materials collected by Glen Nickerson.

Dates: 1987-2010

Gordon Evans Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D071
Abstract

This collection contains items related to Gordon Evans' square and round dance history. It contains badges, ribbons, flyers, and ephemera related to square dance events.

Dates: Other: 1973-2013

Jack Murtha Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D101
Abstract

This collection contains memorabilia from Jack Murtha's career as a square dance caller and his active life within the square dancing community, including awards, a portrait, and some clothing.

Dates: 1981-1999

J.D. "Red" Warrick Papers

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Identifier: D102
Abstract

This collection contains posters, photographs, and other memorabilia regarding J.D. "Red" Warrick.

Dates: 1957-1968

Jimmy Clossin Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D050
Abstract

Born in West Texas, Jimmy Clossin was a square-dance caller and teacher who published a book of West Texas Cowboy Square Dances. He taught dance classes at universities and schools across the United States. This collection contains photographs, programs, serials, class syllabi, correspondence, a scrapbook, and papers related to Clossin's square dance teaching.

Dates: 1923-1981

John Wallace Papers

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Identifier: D092
Abstract

This collection contains square dance materials collected by John Wallace. Wallace participated in square and round dance programs with the Lloyd Shaw Foundation. His collecion consists of programs from events and sound recordings.

Dates: Other: 1973-1974

Lloyd Shaw Foundation Audiovisual Collection

 Collection
Identifier: D016
Dates: 1850-2007; Majority of material found within 1945-1985