Leo Frank trial collection

Collection — other: 8 manuscript boxes

Identifier: 11-MWalB02030

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The collection (bulk 1913-1916) consists primarily of correspondence written during the course of the Leo Frank trial: Leo Frank's letters to his wife, Lucille; Lucille's letters to supporters of her husband; and letters written to Leo and to Lucille in support of and against Leo's cause. Also included is correspondence to and from John M. Slaton (Georgia governor) and Luther Z. Rosser (Frank's lawyer). Remaining materials include articles, pamphlets, and legal documents related to the case.

Dates

1909-1962, undated

Creator

Frank, Leo, 1884-1915 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Access to the collection is in accordance with the policies of the Robert D. Farber University Archives & Special Collections Department, Brandeis University. Please contact the department for more information.

Conditions Governing Use

Requests to reproduce or publish material from the collection should be directed to the Robert D. Farber University Archives & Special Collections Department, Brandeis University.

Extent

4.00 Linear Feet (8 manuscript boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Arrangement

Arranged in seven series: 1. Lucille Frank Correspondence, 1915-1916, undated; 2. Leo Frank Correspondence, 1909-1915, undated; 3. Luther Z. Rosser Correspondence, 1915; 4. Governor John M. Slaton Correspondence, 1915-122, undated; 5. Miscellaneous Correspondence, 1910-1915, undated; 6. Elmer R. Murphey Correspondence, 1915; 7. Books, Articles and News Clippings, 1913-1962, undated. Each series is arranged chronologically. For more information about each series, please consult the series descriptions in the box and folder listing. AL: autograph letter; ALS: autograph letter signed; TL: typed letter; TLS: typed letter signed