Finding Aid to the Brian Edwards Matchbook Scrapbooks, 1961-1981 Coll2014.022
Finding aid prepared by Loni Shibuyama
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Title: Brian Edwards matchbook scrapbooks
Identifier/Call Number: Coll2014.022
Contributing Institution:
ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives, USC Libraries, University of Southern California
Language of Material:
English
Physical Description:
1.4 linear feet.
1 flat archive box.
Date (inclusive): 1961-1981
Abstract: Two scrapbooks primarily containing matchbook covers from gay bars thoughout California and Japan, 1961-1981, compiled by
Brian Edwards. Also included in the scrapbooks are flyers, invitations, napkins, 3 color photographs, and other memorabilia.
creator:
Edwards, Brian
Brian Edwards was a member of the Oedipus Motorcycle Club.
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Donor and date of acquisition unknown.
[Box/folder #, or item name] Brian Edwards Matchbook Scrapbooks, Coll2014-022, ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives, USC Libraries,
University of Southern California.
Formerly box #A234. Collection processed by Loni Shibuyama, April 2014.
The collection comprises two scrapbooks primarily containing matchbook covers from gay bars thoughout California and Japan,
1961-1981. Also included in the scrapbooks are flyers, invitations, napkins, 3 color photographs, and other memorabilia. The
scrapbooks appear to have been created by Brian Edwards, member of the gay Oedipus Motorcycle Club.
This collection is arranged chronologically.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Bars (Drinking establishments)
Gay bars--California
Leather bars
Matchbooks