J. Walter Thompson Company. Sharon Gordon papers, 1955-1979

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Summary

Creator:
J. Walter Thompson Company
Abstract:
Founded in 1864, the J. Walter Thompson Company (JWT) is one of the oldest and largest enduring advertising agencies in the United States. Sharon Gordon worked as an assistant to Colin Dawkins in the New York Office.
Extent:
0.8 Linear Feet
Language:
Materials in English
Collection ID:
RL.11161

Background

Scope and content:

Collection spans 1955-1979 and includes photographs, correspondence, biographical sketches, press releases, presentations and other printed materials Submitted to Ms. Gordon as part of her duties relative to assisting Colin Dawkins and the production of the JWT News publication. Acquired as part of the John W. Hartman Center for Sales, Advertising & Marketing History.

Acquisition information:
The J. Walter Thompson Company. Sharon Gordon papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a gift in 1987.
Processing information:

Processed by Richard Collier, Mar. 2016

Arrangement:

Arranged into two series: JWT News Files; and Offices.

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Subjects

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Subjects:
Advertising agencies -- Employees
Advertising agencies -- United States
Names:
J. Walter Thompson Company

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[Identification of item], J. Walter Thompson Company. Sharon Gordon papers, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.