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Allen Morris Papers
Biographical Note:
Allen Morris was born and educated in Chicago, Illinois, December 3,
1909. He came to Florida and settled in Miami in 1923. There he became
connected with the Miami Daily News, which lead to a successful career
as reporter, editor, and author. As a journalist he moved from Miami to
Tallahassee and began writing the popular column, "Cracker Politics,"
which covered politics in the state. His work in the state capital eventually
led to his career as the Clerk of the House of Representatives for the
State of Florida from 1966 until 1986. His most popular book, The Florida
Handbook, has been published since the late 1940s and he is also the
author of several other works including Florida Place Names and
Our Florida Government. Allen Morris is described in greater detail
in several biographical sketches which are to be found in his personal
papers.
Scope and Content:
The Allen Morris Papers consist of personal and professional records
and research materials accumulated by Mr. Morris over a period of about
forty-one years. The papers consist of correspondence; biographical sketches
of Florida officials and other famous Floridians; photographs, programs,
and other materials related to the Allen Morris Legislative Awards; historical
data concerning place names, historical houses, rivers and river boats.
Also included is a complete file of "Cracker Politics," the column
that Allen Morris was responsible for writing for so many years, as well
as notes and materials compiled and used in the creation of the Florida
Handbook. A large portion of the collection is made up of papers, letters,
and notes relating to important figures such as governors, state legislators
and other Florida politicians. Also included are books and manuscripts
written by Allen Morris and books and pamphlets written by others.
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