George C. Edwards, Sr. Papers

Posted June 18th, 2010 by drice
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Accession Number: 
UP000238
Extent: 
18.5 linear feet (2 SB, 37 MB), 6 OS

George Edwards, Sr. began his professional career as an educator before he turned to law where he gained a reputation as a pro-labor, pro-ACLU, pro-NAACP lawyer. Politically an active Socialist for over 50 years, he continued throughout his career to champion the downtrodden, specializing in cases involving discrimination or usury. Outside of law practice, he took great personal interest in human rights, fighting segregation and child labor, and supporting women’s suffrage. His papers cover both his personal and professional life.

Date: 
1863-1960
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