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Edward Villella Collection, 1990-1992

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The Edward Villella Collection contains computer printouts as well as photocopies of pre-publication draft variances, some with handwritten editorial marks, of Villella's autobiography "Prodigal Son," published by Simon and Schuster in 1992. The collection also includes correspondence between the editors and the author, as well as handwritten notes.

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Henry Green Barnett Papers, 1888-1976

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This collection contains handwritten journals, typescripts, and other materials produced and collected by Henry Green Barnett.

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Andrew W. Manly collection, 1973-2015

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The Andrew W. Manly collection includes LGBTQ+ publications and media, with a focus on British and American publishing firms. Material in the collection ranges from 1973-2015. Topics of interest include: Pride events, the HIV/AIDS epidemic and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community, LGBTQ+ pornography and erotica, queer club and bar culture, drag performers, sexuality, gender identity, LGBTQ+ films and literature, the leather community, safer sex practices, photography of the nude, LGBTQ+ friendly travel, cruising, and subcultures. Some material is designated for adult audiences and only available to patrons 18+. Please see the "Conditions Governing Access" note of this finding aid for more information.

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Abraham Kurkindolle Allison Estate Testamentary, bulk July 17, 1893

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A testamentary dated July 17, 1893, signed by Paul Thompson, County Judge, Gadsden County. The document appoints C.E.L. Allison and Elizabeth S. Allison as Executor and Executrix of Abraham Kurkindolle Allison's estate.

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Arlyn Austin Katims Civil War Collection, 1861-1992, bulk 1861-1865

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The Arlyn Austin Katims Civil War Collection focuses upon the Civil War from the Union position. Within the collection are illustrations, currency, and a number of artifacts from the era. Items of special interest include an authentic mourning card from Abraham Lincoln's funeral and newspapers reporting Lincoln's death.

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William F. "Willie" Garcia papers, 1940-2008

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William F. "Willie" Garcia (1931-2008) was a key figure in twentieth-century Tampa, Florida. Known as "Mr. Democrat," Willie Garcia was highly involved in politics and had a successful career as a Judge Advocate General. Alongside his wife, Elvira Garcia, Willie was also instrumental to the preservation of Spanish-American history in Tampa, FL.

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USF Athletics collection, bulk 1956-Present

Francis J. Thompson collection, 1930-1989

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Collection consists of correspondence, journals, interviews, articles, typescripts, book reviews, photographs, postcards, news clippings, dissertations, biographical materials, lectures, notes, drafts, and manuscripts.

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Abraham Zuckerman transcript, 1939-1946, Date acquired: 11/16/2009

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This oral history interview transcript relates to Abraham Zuckerman who was a concentration camp survivor from Krakow, Poland during World War II and worked as a slave laborer for Oskar Schindler.

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Francis Poole Papers Collection, bulk 1974-2025

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Francis Poole was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont and his family moved to Florida where Poole attended high school in Tarpon Springs. By 1971, Francis Poole graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor's degree in English. While he was a student, Poole edited the literary magazine "Zephyr." After graduation along with Bert Furbee, they edited another literary magazine "Skullpolish." In 1974 he received a fellowship to the MacDowell Colony in Peterborough, New Hampshire. In 1977, Poole began publishing and editing "Blades" which he describes as "a tiny magazine." "Blades," in fact, is considered a poetry magazine of importance for both its content and its design which falls within the book arts category. In 1990, Poole joined the staff of the University of Delaware Library. Poole is the curator of the Paul Bowles Collection at the University of Delaware. Poole retired in 2017 from the University of Delaware. The collection at FAU Libraries consists of Poole's published books of poetry and the magazines he edited after graduating from Florida Atlantic University. His poetry has appeared in several notable publications: Southern Poetry Review, Shattered Wig Review, Rolling Stone, Philadelphia Poets, Village Voice, and the New York Quarterly.

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