{"value"=>"<p>This series is made up of files that contain items to, from, or concerning various individuals, such as <span class=\"title\">The New York Times</span> staff members, freelance reporters, politicians, other newsmakers, and Markel's friends and acquaintances. Files for <span class=\"title\">Times</span> employees typically contain discussions of specific articles or detail conflicts between departments related to editorial or staff decisions; items to or from Markel's close editorial associates, notably John G. Desmond and Daniel Schwarz, are filed throughout the collection. Records from the late 1960s and early 1970s are largely critiques of <span class=\"title\">The Times</span> that Markel submitted to various editors. Also present are letters from friends, many consisting of invitations to social events. Particularly sizable People files include those for Hannah Arendt, Irwin Edman, Eva Herrmann, Dr. Leo Szilard, and Barbara Ward.</p> <p>Files are arranged alphabetically by name. Entries without box and folder numbers cross-reference related material in other files. These files do not necessarily collect every letter, memorandum, or document related to the individual; subject files should also be consulted.</p>"}