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Stan Opotowsky To New York Post, 28 September 1962, Stan Opotowsky

Telegrams to Media Outlets

Article discusses Governor Ross Barnett's conviction and anticipates developments.

Western Union Press Message, 28 September 1962, Western Union Telegraph Company

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Includes quotes from university students on the prospect of integration and Barnett's actions

Brandon To Press Thomsonews London, 27 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Sender mentions unpredictability of situation in Oxford and the expectation of a "cuban despatch."

Sitton To New York Times, 27 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Article describes Governor Ross Barnett's interactions with the crowd during another attempt by James Meredith to enroll at the university.

Fleming To Query Editor, Newsweek, 27 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Article discusses James Meredith's expected fourth attempt to register and Governor Barnett's contempt citation.

Robert Nelson To The Christian Science Monitor, 27 September 1962, Robert Nelson

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Article explores the implications of closing the university and the historical precedent for closing it.

Unknown To London Daily Telegraph, 27 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Discusses Oxford, Oxford residents, and the possibility of integration at the university.

Robert Nelson To The Christian Science Monitor, 27 September 1962, Robert Nelson

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Discusses crowd reactions waiting for James Meredith to attempt to register for the fourth time.

Annotated Article By Bern Rotman Sent To Newsday, Garden City, Ny, 27 September 1962, Bern Rotman

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Article asks "what does a college town do without a college?", imagining life in Oxford, Mississippi without the university.

Annotated Article By Dudley Morris To Parker, 27 September 1962, Dudley Morris

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Governor Ross Barnett enjoys his increased popularity.

Dudley Morris To Parker, 27 September 1962, Dudley Morris

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Article describes the campus and crowd as they anticipate James Meredith's attempt to register. Morris predicts Governor Ross Barnett's arrest.

Pendergast To Associated Press, Times-Picayune, 27 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Discusses Gov. Ross Barnett's and Lt. Gov. Paul Johnson's departure from Oxford as well as the departure of many policemen.

Hollins Columns (1962 Sept 27), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• The "Nasty Language Of Colonialism" Is One Part Of Grave Problem In India Today
• Poet Howard Nemerov Is Speaker In National Poetry Festival
• Drama Season Features Frosh Plays, Dancers
• Chapel Speaker To Discuss Faith and Knowledge
• Fellowships For Teaching Open To Hollins Grads
• Campus Clubs To "Hunt For Small"
• Ballet Will Be First Russian Area Event
• Promotions Announced For Faculty
• Have SGA Officers Bitten Off Too Much To Chew?
• Art Department Plans Rental Of Reproductionist Paintings
• U.S. Foreign Aid Is Needed Policy
• Hollins Is Now Participating In NDEA Student Loan Program
• Helen Putzel Spends Summer In Washington …

Annotated Article By Clark Porteous Sent To Memphis Press-Scimitar, 25 September 1962, Clark Porteous

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Article notes that journalists already on the campus of the University of Mississippi can stay on campus, but if they leave, they cannot return.

Annotated Article By Joe Moore Sent To Clarion Ledger, 25 Septmeber 1962, Joe Moore

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Article details recent events on campus.

Annotated Article By G. Metz Sent To The Birmingham News, 24 September 1962, George Metz

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Article includes police opinions on the situation in Oxford and mentions recent events.

Annotated Article "The Chess Game" By Dudley Morris Sent To Time, Inc, 24 September 1962, Dudley Morris

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Governor Ross Barnett has instructed local and state law enforcement to arrest any federal officials that try to desegregate the University of Mississippi.

Annotated Article By Dudley Morris Sent To Time, Inc., 22 September 1962, Dudley Morris

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The University of Mississippi campus is empty while Department of Justice officials prepare to challenge Governor Ross Barnett.

Annotated Page By Unnamed Correspondent Sent To Parker, Time, Inc., 22 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Corrections about facts and quotes

Annotated Manuscript By Charles Whaley, Ole Miss Motel Sent To The Courier Journal, Louisville, Ky, Charles Whaley

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Article details J.D. Williams' role in the ongoing situation in Oxford, including contempt charges, and discusses the possibility of the univeristy losing its accreditation.

Annotated Page Sent By James Clayton To World Desk, Washington Post, 22 September 1962, James Clayton

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Reporters visited William Faulkner's grave. Clayton discusses its newness.

Annotated Article By Joe Moore Sent To Clarion Ledger, 22 September 1962, Joe Moore

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Discusses different facets of the current situation on the university's campus.

Annotated Article By Unnamed Correspondent Sent To Time, Inc., 22 September 1962, Author Unknown

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Article discusses accreditation in Mississippi.

Annotated Article By Charles Whaley Sent To Courier-Journal, Louisville, Ky, 21 September 1962, Charles Whaley

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Article looks at the attitudes of University of Mississippi students to the pending integration of their campus.

Annotated Article By James Clayton Sent To World Desk, Washington Post, 21 September 1962, James Clayton

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Opinion piece discussses the struggle between state and federal governments surrounding desegregation of the university. Also includes quotes from students and short bios of three university officials.

Annotated Article By George Metz Sent To Birmingham News, 21 September 1962, George Metz

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Article discusses James Meredith's meeting with Governor Ross Barnett on campus and Robert Ellis' delegation of registrar's duties to Barnett.

Hollins Columns (1962 Sept 21), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• College Must Cultivate Inquiry, Not Supply Answers--Logan
• Hollins Increases Faculty With 18 New Professors
• 10 Are Here To Prepare For M.A.'s
• Poet Nemerov Arrives On Campus To Begin As Writer-In-Residence
• New Class Hours Allow For Twenty-Five Minute Lunch
• "Autumn Leaves" Sets Tone For Frosh Mixer Sat. at 8:30
• H.C. Undergoes Face-Lifting Over Vacation
• Columns Editors Request Student's Critical Support
• Faculty News and Comments
• 5 Far-Flung Professors Continue Own Studies
• Leblon Brings Interest, Practice To Languages
• Ten New Courses Offered In 7 Depts.
• Once Upon A College..
• Press Relations, Social Office Jobs Filled
• Symphony will Feature A. Fiedler, …

Annotated Article By Fleming To Query Editor, Newsweek, 20 September 1962, Author Unknown

Telegrams to Media Outlets

Article discusses James Meredith's arrival on campus and Barnett's refusal to let him register; the beginning of the article focuses on student actions prior to Meredith's arrival.

Annotated Article By Dudley Morris To Birmingham, Time, Inc, 20 September 1962, Dudley Morris

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Students have started to return to the University of Mississippi; James Meredith is expected to try to enroll the following week. Oxford residents mostly are in favor of desegregation, if it means keeping the University open.

Annotated Article By Clark Porteous To Memphis Press-Scimitar, 20 September 1962, Clark Porteous

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Article details how Governor Barnett "personally took over as University registrar and refused to register Meredith."