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Phil Dwyer papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SC101

Scope and Contents

The bulk of the collection consists of slides documenting both the external and internal architectural features of prisons throughout the United States. A small minority of the slides contain images of staff or inmates.

Dates

  • 1960 - 1989
  • Existence: 2010-11-05

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Source of Acquisition

Phil Dwyer

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright restrictions may apply. User is responsible for all copyright compliance. Please contact the UNC University Libraries Archival Services Department at library.archives@unco.edu

Biographical or Historical Information

Phil Dwyer worked for twenty six years in the New Jersey prison system, beginning his career as an officer and working his way up to being the superintendent of the women's prison. During his career, Mr. Dwyer toured numerous state prisons throughout the country and documented his visits with slides.

Extent

.75 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The collection contains slides documenting both the external and internal architectural features of prisons throughout the United States. A small minority of the slides contain images of staff or inmates.

Arrangement

The collection is arranged into two series. Series 1: Slides Series 2: News clippings and additional materials

Status
Minimally Processed
Author
Jay Trask
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script

Repository Details

Part of the University of Northern Colorado Repository

Contact:
University Libraries
James A. Michener Library L119
Campus Box 48
Greeley CO 80639