Petition forms for nomination of nonaffiliated candidates to run for political office. Petitions represent supporters of Eugene McCarthy, William Salisbury, and the American Party, and include signatures from registered voters. This series also includes correspondence; newspaper clippings; petitions on referendum issues such as an amendment to the county charter; emergency ordinances; sample nominating petitions; petitions to form new political parties; memorandum; local board directory; campaign reports; and materials pertaining to various committees. Petitions are arranged by name of candidate or party. Box listings available. Series not fully processed.