The Correspondence series has been divided into two subseries: by date and by name of correspondent. The correspondents were largely individuals associated with Muncy while active first with the Socialist Labor Party and then the Socialist Reconstruction Party. The researcher should note that there is considerable overlap between the chronological and subject correspondence files and should thus consult each of the subseries.
15.5 linear feet (in 16 boxes)
The Ralph Muncy collection consists primarily of papers relating to his interest in socialist political activities. A smaller portion of the collection documents the involvement of his wife, Lydia B. Muncy, in the socialist cause. Together they also collected materials relating to the history of their families (Muncy-Baird). Included is much original family material dating back into the nineteenth century. The Ralph Muncy papers have been arranged into the following series: Correspondence; Topical Files; and Ralph Muncy and Lydia Baird Muncy Personal.