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The Previously Closed portion series of manuscripts, which opened to researchers in 1998, was selected by Peg Stace, Maddy's long-time assistant, in preparing the bulk of the collection for placement here. It mainly covers the period 1938-1970, emphasizing the Maddy and Haas presidencies. It covers: Maddy's personal/family concerns, administrative disagreements, personnel matters, and reference to ethnic, religious, and racial groups which, though common in the past, are no longer socially acceptable. Most series and many subseries are represented. Major portions concern: Maddy's communications with Giddings (1939-1953) and Tremaine (1938-1959); Gillis' correspondence (1958-1961); University of Michigan letters, agreements, and reports (1954-1961); and minutes and reports on the Haas presidency, especially his dealings with the Board of Trustees (1967-1970).