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Series 3. Smoking and Health Subject Files, 1964-1994

 Series

Scope and Contents

The largest series in the collection reflects Dr. Terry's continuing efforts to promote public health through education about the hazards of smoking. The series is divided into three distinct subseries: general files, files relating to particular organizations, and information relating to federal, state and local government. Well represented among the organizations are Action on Smoking and Health, American Cancer Society, American Lung Association, National Interagency Council on Smoking and Health, Non-Smokers' Rights Association, and the World Health Organization. His governmental activities regarding smoking usually involved the Dept. of Health, Education, and Welfare.

Dates

  • Creation: 1964-1994

Scope and Contents

The largest series in the collection reflects Dr. Terry's continuing efforts to promote public health through education about the hazards of smoking. The series is divided into three distinct subseries: general files, files relating to particular organizations, and information relating to federal, state and local government. Well represented among the organizations are Action on Smoking and Health, American Cancer Society, American Lung Association, National Interagency Council on Smoking and Health, Non-Smokers' Rights Association, and the World Health Organization. His governmental activities regarding smoking usually involved the Dept. of Health, Education, and Welfare.

Collecting Area Details

Part of the Archives and Modern Manuscripts Collections Collecting Area

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