Samuel Smith papers
Description
The papers of Samuel Smith contain correspondence, clippings, and legal documents related to a physical altercation between Mr. Smith and an undergraduate student, Benjamin Hart. Mr. Hart worked for 'The Dartmouth Review,' a politically conservative campus newspaper. The incident received widespread national coverage and highlighted issues surrounding the perceived marginalization of conservative politics on campuses, as well as issues of freedom of speech and of the press.
Dates
- 1982
Creator
- Smith, Samuel, 1931- (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Language of Materials
English
Additional Description
Abstract
The papers of Samuel Smith contain correspondence, clippings, and legal documents related to a physical altercation between Mr. Smith and an undergraduate student, Benjamin Hart.
Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository