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16 letters that discuss John’s work with the church. Some letters contain information regarding Carolyn’s pregnancy and her desire to keep it a secret. There is some discussion about Jim Jones and Peoples Temple. This folder also contains newspaper clippings and an original poem by Barbara. (Residence- Berkeley)

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19 letters discussing family visits, Carolyn’s pregnancy, and her baby, Jim-Jon. Also contains updates on Peoples Temple and discussion of Jim Jones' health issues.

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18 letters that discuss Becky’s divorce and Barbara’s desire for Becky to move closer to home. There is discussion of Barbara and John’s busy lifestyle and John’s work in the church. Some letters contain information about People’s Temple and Barbara’s feelings about Jim Jones. This folder also includes newspaper clippings, comics, and greeting cards. (Residence- Berkley)

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26 letters in which Barbara expresses her feelings about moving to Reno, Nevada. There is discussion of things that happened in the church and farewell parties that were held in Barbara and John’s honor as they prepared to move. Some conversation about the presidential election and Becky's divorce. Barbara mentions troubles with Jim Jones health and reputation. A picture of John and Barbara from “The Methodist Reporter” accompanies one of the letters. (Residence- Berkley moving to Reno)

Scope and Contents 12 letters discussing church business, the community in Reno, and a book Becky was attempting to publish. Barbara expresses a desire for her children to live closer to her and also mentions Carolyn, Annie, and Jim's travels to Guyana. At one point Barbara refers to the healing practices of Peoples Temple as "somewhat fraudulent" and reports that Jim Jones had a desire to give up that aspect of his church. She also discusses the New West article on Peoples Temple published in August....

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16 letters discussing Methodist church operations, Barbara's health, and Peoples Temple. Barbara mentions a conflict Becky had with Peoples Temple and Carolyn and criticizes Jim Jones' leadership. She also discusses Peoples Temples' publicity issues and a phone interview with a reporter. Barbara reports on her visit to Guyana and also mentions phone conversations with Carolyn and Annie.(Residence- Reno)

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16 letters that discuss the family's emotional struggle during the holiday season and how Barbara is processing her children's deaths. There is mention of a memorial service that was held in honor of Carolyn, Annie, and Jim-Jon. Also contains information regarding travel to Guyana for various reasons. (Residence- Reno)

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39 letters that describe John’s quest to become Bishop and how that was affecting their lives. There is much discussion on the tragedy of Jonestown and how the family was dealing with the loss. Some letters also mention Becky’s recent decision to adopt children. Additives in this folder include newspaper clippings, greeting cards, poetry, a letter to Barbara from a friend of Annie’s, and an article written by Barbara about the People’s Temple tragedy. (Residence- Reno)

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12 letters that discuss Barbara and John’s move to Sacramento and the new church. Also contains information regarding Becky’s adoption of 3 children and her move to Montana. There is discussion about Barbara and John’s meetings with other families involved in the Jonestown tragedy. (Reno moving to Sacramento)