The United States Power Squadrons series (1918 and 1936-1965; 1 linear feet) documents Anderson's involvement as officer with the USPS and with the Detroit Power Squadron. Topics covered relate to the education of boatmen, the development of the organization as an effective vehicle for publicizing the needs of boatmen, and the expansion of the USPS to different sites.
3 linear feet — 1 oversize volume
The papers of William K. Anderson consist primarily of materials relating to his life-long interest in boating, navigation, and other marine activities. Most heavily documented are those files detailing his involvement with various powerboat groups, the United States Power Squadrons and the Detroit Power Squadron being the most prominent. The collection has been divided into six series: United States Power Squadrons, Boating Organizations, Writings, World War II Activities, Miscellaneous and Personal, and Photographs.