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[Transcript: A Paris Journal]
Edited transcript of a diary kept by Bill Nelson, Jr. from January 31 to August 2, 1971 while he was living in Paris, France for eight months in his early twenties. The original handwritten diary has been transcribed and images of subjects mentioned are embedded in the text. In the diary Nelson details his sightseeing trips in France, as well as his romantic and sexual encounters with men.
[Postcard of Istanbul from Bill Nelson to Mike Anglin]
A postcard from Bill Nelson to Mike Anglin discussing his travels around Europe. The photograph on the front shows a view of the mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent in Istanbul.
[Postcard of Puerto Rico Sent to Mike Anglin]
Postcard from Bill Nelson to Mike Anglin about Nelson's cruise to Puerto Rico. The photograph on the front of the postcard shows a sunset viewed from the beach through palm fronds, with the text "Puerto Rico."
[Speech: Honoring Bill Nelson]
A speech by Mike Anglin honoring his friend Bill Nelson.
[Scrapbook: Reprimand]
A scrapbook full of the materials surrounding Bill Nelson being reprimanded for wearing a March on Washington t-shirt and being featured in This Week In Texas, an LGBT publication, Volume 5 Number 25 from September 14 through 20, 1979. The photograph that initiated the controversy is on page 31 of the scrapbook and the letter of reprimand he received for it begins on 51.
[Pamphlet: John Wesley United Methodist Church]
A program with descriptions and schedules for the John Wesley United Methodist Church's for the World AIDS Day service.
[Letter: Jean Nelson]
A letter from Texas Representative, John Bryant, to Jean Nelson expressing his condolences for the loss of her son.
[My Unbelievable Stroke at 88]
Jean Nelson describing an epiphany she had following a stroke.
[Typed Quote: Attitude]
A quote from Charles Swindoll that discusses the importance of attitude.
[Newspaper clipping: Bittersweet]
A newspaper clipping from The Dallas Morning News discussing Bill Nelson struggling with AIDS and an AIDS research clinic being named after Nelson and his late partner, Terry Tebedo.
[Medal: Bill Nelson Grand Marshall]
An engraved medal honoring Bill Nelson as the 1989 Texas Freedom Parade's Grand Marshall.
[Newspaper clipping: Rucker holds on to District 9 seat]
A newspaper clipping discussing Bill Nelson's recent loss in his run for city council to the incumbent, Jerry Rucker.
[Letter and Envelope: To Harriett Ehrhardt from Samuel W. Hudson, III]
A letter to Harriett Erhardt from Samuel W. Hudson, III questioning Erhardt over the recent reprimand of a school teacher, Bill Nelson, for their expression of the First Amendment. The letter is accompanied by the envelope it was sent in.
[Letter of reprimand: From Chales Maples to William H. Nelson]
The formal letter of reprimand from the principal of Warren Travis White High School, Charles Maples, to Bill Nelson for appearing in a gay publication wearing a shirt that supported LGBT rights.
[Letter of reprimand to William Nelson from W. T. White High School principal Charles Maples]
Letter from W. T. White HS principal Charles Maples to William Nelson concerning an appearance Nelson had made in a gay rights magazine.
[Letter: To Charles Maples from John J. Santillo]
A letter to John J. Santillo from Charles Maples informing Santillo that Maples' letter of reprimand to William Nelson should be removed from Nelson's personal teaching file.
[Letter: To Herb Cooke from Ron Kessler]
A letter from Ron Kessler to Herb Cooke addressing the recent reprimand a teacher received for attending a political event.
[Letter: To William Nelson from John J. Santillo]
A letter from John J. Santillo to William Nelson informing Nelson that Charles Maples' letter will not be placed in Nelson's personal teaching file.
[Pamphlet: After Hours]
A pamphlet with news, advertisements, and events that are occurring in October within Texas' LGBTQ community. The pamphlet includes an article about Bill Nelson fighting the reprimand he received at the Dallas high school he works at, after his picture was found in the TWT.
Dallas City, November 24, 1985,
Dallas City issue that features a nine page story about Bill Nelson, the city council candidate, business owner, and human rights advocate.
[Footage of Lori Palmer being interviewed by Channel 8]
Video footage clip from channel 8 reporting on City Council election results. Lori Palmer was interviewed about the upcoming run-off election. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 2. Incumbent Paul Fielding and Lori Palmer, executive director of the North Texas Food Bank, are also highlighted. The race ended in a run-off between Fielding and Palmer, with Lori Palmer winning in a 58%-42% run-off upset.
[Footage of a debate between Dallas City Council candidates]
Video footage clip from a debate between candidates in the 1985 Dallas City Council election. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 2. Incumbent Paul Fielding and Lori Palmer, executive director of the North Texas Food Bank, are also highlighted. The race ended in a run-off between Fielding and Palmer, with Lori Palmer winning in a 58%-42% run-off upset. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1985 DVD.
[Footage of news coverage of City Council candidates' debate]
Video footage clip from channel 8 news covering a debate between Dallas City Council candidates at the Dallas Press Club. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 9. Incumbent Jerry Rucker wins the seat. 1987 Dallas mayoral candidates are also highlighted. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1987 DVD.
[Footage of Lori Palmer winning the run-off election]
Video footage clip from channel 8 covering Lori Palmer's victory over incumbent Paul Fielding in Dallas' City Council run-off election. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 2. Incumbent Paul Fielding and Lori Palmer, executive director of the North Texas Food Bank, are also highlighted. The race ended in a run-off between Fielding and Palmer, with Lori Palmer winning in a 58%-42% run-off upset. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1985 DVD.
[Footage of the Dallas City Council election and election results]
Video footage clip covering the Dallas City Council election and election results. Incumbent Jerry Rucker wins the seat. 1987 Dallas mayoral candidates are also highlighted. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1987 DVD.
[Footage of Ann Brown and Charlotte Taft discussing Bill Nelson]
Video footage clip from channel 27 of Ann Brown interviewing Charlotte Taft, a member of the Dallas Area Women's Political Caucus, who endorsed Bill Nelson for City Council. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 9. Incumbent Jerry Rucker wins the seat. 1987 Dallas mayoral candidates are also highlighted. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1987 DVD.
[Footage of run-off election coverage]
Video footage clip from channel 8 covering the run-off election. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 2. Incumbent Paul Fielding and Lori Palmer, executive director of the North Texas Food Bank, are also highlighted. The race ended in a run-off between Fielding and Palmer, with Lori Palmer winning in a 58%-42% run-off upset. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1985 DVD.
[Footage of Lori Palmer, Bill Nelson, and Joe May on the Dallas Jackson Show aka Rappin With Jack]
Video footage clip of 1985 Dallas City Council candidates Bill Nelson, Lori Palmer, and Joe May appearing on the Dallas talk show The Dallas Jackson Show aka Rappin With Jack. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 2. Incumbent Paul Fielding and Lori Palmer, executive director of the North Texas Food Bank, are also highlighted. The race ended in a run-off between Fielding and Palmer, with Lori Palmer winning in a 58%-42% run-off upset. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1985 DVD.
[Footage of Lori Palmer and Paul Fielding at the Press Club of Dallas]
Video footage clip from a news story about Lori Palmer and Paul Fielding appearing at the Dallas Press Club and making statements in preparation for their upcoming run-off election. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 2. Incumbent Paul Fielding and Lori Palmer, executive director of the North Texas Food Bank, are also highlighted. The race ended in a run-off between Fielding and Palmer, with Lori Palmer winning in a 58%-42% run-off upset.
[Footage of City Council candidates on KERA talk show]
Video footage clip from a KERA talk show featuring Jerry Rucker, Bill Nelson, and Roy Williams discussing their bids for Dallas City Council. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 9. Incumbent Jerry Rucker wins the seat. 1987 Dallas mayoral candidates are also highlighted. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1987 DVD.
[Footage of City Council election and Bill Nelson press coverage]
Video footage clip of KDFW's coverage of the Dallas City Council elections. Journalist Betty Smith interviewed the candidates. Also included, local channels' coverage of televangelist James Robison decrying Bill Nelson as being "immoral". William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 9. Incumbent Jerry Rucker wins the seat. 1987 Dallas mayoral candidates are also highlighted. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1987 DVD.
[Footage of Dallas Homeowners League election endorsements]
Video footage clip from channel 8 news covering the campaigns of Bill Nelson and Jerry Rucker and a several clips from various news programs covering the Dallas Homeowners League's candidate endorsement. William H. "Bill" Nelson, Jr. is highlighted as a candidate for place 9. Incumbent Jerry Rucker wins the seat. 1987 Dallas mayoral candidates are also highlighted. Video housed on Bill Nelson's Dallas City Council Election 1987 DVD.
[Handwritten Memior: My Unbelievable Life]
A handwritten memoir by Jean Nelson.
[Bill Nelson by a stream]
Photograph of Bill Nelson posing by a stream.
[Bill Nelson sitting by sign]
Photograph of Bill Nelson sitting next to a Highland Park, Parks and Recreation Department sign.
[Bill Nelson leaning against a wall]
Photograph of Bill Nelson grinning and leaning against a wall.
[Memorial record: William H., Jr. (Bill) Nelson]
A memorial record for William H., Jr. (Bill) Nelson listing out the people in attendance of his services.
[Card and envelope: From Donald F. Baker to Bill Nelson]
A card and envelope from Donald F. Baker to Bill Nelson offering his love and support.
[Memorial quilts on display]
Photograph of memorial quilts being displayed on the walls and floor.
[Hand labeled envelope: Photos]
A hand labeled envelope that contained photos of Bill Nelson.
[Hand labeled envelope: Photos of Bill Nelson]
An envelope hand labeled as containing individual photos of Bill Nelson.
Labeled Envelope: "Quilt"
A hand labeled envelope marked "Quilt".
[Bill Nelson thinking]
Photograph of Bill Nelson dressed professionally and pondering.
[Letter from Bill Nelson to Mike Anglin and William Waybourn]
A letter from Bill Nelson to Mike Anglin with William Waybourn having a carbon copy. The letter discussing his estate and what he would like to occur when he and his partner pass away.
[Letter from Bill Nelson to Mike Regarding His Schedule]
A letter from Bill Nelson discussing his schedule and expressing some of his recent emotions and frustrations.
[Letter from Bill Nelson to Mike, September 1985]
A letter from Bill Nelson to Mike discussing his time abroad on a cruise.
[Poems by Bill Nelson]
A series of poems by Bill Nelson going by the name Ethyl Smythe.
[Email: Regarding Bill Nelson]
An email from Karen Estes to William Waybourn sharing a message she received from one of Bill Nelson's previous students.
[Emails: Terry Tebedo]
A series of emails discussing and remembering Terry Tebedo.
[Faxed Tribute: David Cain Remembering Bill Nelson]
A faxed tribute to Dallas activist, Bill Nelson, from Texas House of Representative, David Cane.
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