The Reviews series, (.25 linear feet, 1966-1999), contains clippings of articles about works or performances by Sparling. These articles include critical reviews, biographical pieces, and general announcements.
Ruth Ellis of Detroit, Michigan was well known in the Gay community as the oldest known African American Lesbian. She was a business woman, owned a printing company, and held social gatherings at her home at a time when there were few opportunities for Gay African Americans to gather. During the last twenty years of her life she was active in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community and in the Senior Citizens movement. The collection contains correspondence, photographs, and publications.
Administrative records include details materials directly related to the history and operation of Alpha Omega Alpha. Not all records are necessarily official documents but provide important background context.