Correspondence, 1996

The Charles J. Curran Papers document the career of an important Montgomery County politician. Through these papers, researchers may gain insight into politics in late 20th century to early 21st century in Dayton, Ohio.

Series I: Correspondence

This series includes general correspondence from constituents, local and national political leaders, as well as personal cards and letters. Also included are various copies of letters that Curran wrote to local and national political leaders, constituents, and personal letters. Also included is a sampling of letters of recommendation written by Curran for various individuals.

Series II: Speeches

This series includes speeches from various events throughout Curran's career. Also included is supporting research materials.

Series III: Campaign / Election Information

This series includes correspondence, news clippings, election results, political questionnaires, and campaign finance information related to Curran's campaigns for Montgomery County Commissioner in 1990, 1994, 1998, 2002, and 2006. Information for other local elections in which Curran was interested or involved are also included.

Series IV: Photographs

This series includes photographs of Curran at various events and portraits. Also included are pictures from various news clippings and digital photographs printed on computer paper.

Series V: Certificates / Awards / Events

This series includes certificates and information about awards that Curran received throughout his career. Information about special events in which Curran participated are also included. His certificate of appointment to the office of State Senator from District 6 of Ohio from 1979-1983 is included.

Series VI: Advertisements / Sponsorships

This series contains original or copies of advertisements that Curran placed in various local publications. Also included is information about events or organizations which Curran sponsored.

Series VII: Research

This series contains copies of articles or materials which Curran collected for occupational or personal research. Topics such as abortion and sexuality are included, as well as an historical sketch of Montgomery County, OH.

Series VIII: Personal

This series contains copies of certificates of birth of Curran's wife, Mara, and their son, Charles James. A copy of Curran's marriage certificate is also included. Writings from his wife and daughter, Rachelle are included, along with his business card, a caricature, and Curran's pancake recipe. A separate folder includes news clippings either written by or about Curran.