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42 letters from Barbara and John that discuss John and Barbara’s retirement and end of life plans. Letters also discuss the upcoming tenth anniversary of Jonestown and the families hope to share a different side of the tragedy, a human side. Included in this folder are newspaper clippings, postcards, greeting cards, and letters from John. (Residence- Davis and Modesto)

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37 letters that discuss an issue that Barbara had with jury duty when she was dismissed due to her family’s involvement with Peoples Temple. There are letters from John that pertain to a legal case concerning a former minister from Davis, California and a newspaper clipping that corresponded. Included are a newspaper clipping about a book on Peoples Temple and a letter from John. (Residence- Davis)

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35 letters that discuss work Barbara and John were performing for the community and John’s recent retirement. Also discussed is the couples declining health as they grow older and their desire to rest more. Barbara gave details on John’s new part-time job working for an AIDS organization. Supplemental items include newspaper clippings, letters from John to Becky and Mac, a Methodist church newsletter, and post cards. (Residence- Davis)

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9 letters that discuss Barbara’s work in a soup kitchen and speeches that John was making on various topics. Some information is given about friends and community life. (Residence- Davis)

Scope and Contents 20 letters that discuss the family's emotional struggle around Annie’s birthday and health issues experienced by John and Barbara. There is general information regarding community life and visits from friends and family. Extra items include photos of Becky and Annie from the 1960’s, photos of Becky’s daughter Hillary, and some unidentified photos. Also included in this folder is a pamphlet pertaining to the Jonestown memorial service and a holiday flyer containing information about the...