Annotated Catalog of Digger Archives
Including Ephemera, Broadsides, Posters, Street Sheets, Collections, etc. for the
San Francisco Diggers, Communication Company, Free City Collective,
Kaliflower Intercommunal Network, Free Print Shop, Planetedge Manifestation,
Earth/Life Defense Commune, &c.
Gentle reader, note: there are several thousand individual items in
the collection that makes up the Digger Archives. Currently, I have only
annotated a few hundred as they appear in this database. Time marches on!
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| C/N: CC-001 | Title/First Line: The Communication Company, Haight/Ashbury, our policy. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-001
BibCit: By Claude and Chester. ca. 1/1/1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC h/a. 46LT\bl/wh. SOLA-o(DW)|SS-o(L)|BL/CA-o.
Abstract: Announces the aims of Communication Company. "OUR POLICY| Love is communication.| OUR PLANS & HOPES| to provide quick & inexpensive printing service for the| hip community.| to print anything the Diggers want printed.|.| to be outrageous pamphleteers.|.." "OUR MAGNIFICENT MACHINES .. WITH WHICH WE CAN .. WE NEED ALL THE HELP WE CAN GET! .. WE NEED .. " Signed "claude & chester | 626-2926 | we deliver".
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| C/N: CC-002 | Title/First Line: Remember the Love Circus? |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-002
BibCit: N.d., ca. 5/17/1967. Broadside. Letter size. d./commucomp(UPS). 1/cGR. SOLA-o(SS-x)|SS-o(L).
Abstract: Photocopy reprint of Charles McCabe's May 17,1967 SF Chron column ("Love and The Buck") decrying the 'merchants of love'. Also a digger commentary on the Love Circus. "..Revolution for $3.50 is an impossibility. Revolution is free because it's yours."
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| C/N: CC-003 | Title/First Line: Draft draft draft draft draft conscription | [...]. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-003
BibCit: By X, the masked marauder. 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC. 1/cPU. SOLA-x(SS)|SS-o(L).
Abstract: "army..WoRlD'sCoPs..war..ViEtNaM..kill..WaRcRiMeS..don't get caught...resist the Selective Slavery System." Proposes hassled hippie men "get together & help each other..keep out of the draft." For info on becoming a CO, etc.: the Free Store (Cole & Carl)
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| C/N: CC-004 | Title/First Line: Survival School | how to stay alive on Haight Street [...]. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-004
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC/HA. SOLA-o(DW)|SS-o(L).
Abstract: "..a series of three classes designed to save you from becoming a psychedelic casualty--six months' worth of knowledge in a mere three days, & all free ..-at- THE TRIP WITHOUT A TICKET 901 Cole Street"(Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 8 pm).
Topics: Sex Lore, Street Wisdom, Health & Hygiene, The Scene, Drug Lore, Policemanship, Haight Street Seminar ("experienced hippies & others rapping, answering questions, ..telling it like it is, so you needn't be a helpless newcomer very long").
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| C/N: CC-005a | Title/First Line: To the people of the Oracle:. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-005a
BibCit: N.D., ca. 5/31/1967. Broadsheet. Letter size. P.B/Comm/Comp. SOLA-oPR|SS-oL.
Abstract: A letter from Tammy in Monterey who asks, "Can any information be obtained about the Diggers (history or anything)? other than thru word of mouth .." She knows local Diggers-type group who will put people up during upcoming Monterey music festival.
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| C/N: CC-005b | Title/First Line: There is only 1 digger. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-005b
BibCit: 1967. Broadsheet. Letter size. [See CC-005a].
Abstract: Title is all this side. Reverse side: "To The people of the Oracle:".
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| C/N: CC-006 | Title/First Line: Hippies in free!!!!!! A free movie. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-006
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. cc.ups.hps.aid.dds. SOLA-xSS|SS-oL.
Abstract: 'Psychedelic Sexualis' showing at The Movie, 1034 Kearny every 90 minutes. ".. just say, 'Ramparts sent me.' and you'll get in free!!!!!!!! the management requests that you refrain from hissing and booing while the show is in progress."
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| C/N: CC-007 | Title/First Line: Prepare now for the potlatch | Summer Solstice potlatch. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-007
BibCit: N.D., ca. 6/21/1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC. 1/c, black ink on GrPa. SOLA-xSS/SS-oL.
Abstract: Title continues: ".. JUNE 21 POTLATCH|.| WHEN SAN FRANCISCO| WILL OPEN ITS| GOLDEN GATE" Ilustration at bottom depicts human figure carrying a load of possessions on the head. In bold letters: "POTLATCH"
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| C/N: CC-008 | Title/First Line: When you come to San Francisco | Wear a flower in your hair [...]. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-008
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC. PiPa. SOLA-xSS|SS-oL.
Abstract: Lyrics with a twist. "..Wear a smile on your face, For the whole human race, Rioting in the ghettos, Won't effect you if you wear a flower in your hair, ..And if San Francisco doesn't work out, We can always do it in London, Sings John Philips."
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| C/N: CC-009 | Title/First Line: All in all, dear friends, this promises to be an interesting summer.. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-009
BibCit: n.d., ca. 3/2/1967. Broadside. Letter size. cc.u.p.s. SOLA-xSS|SS-oL.
Abstract: Photo reprint of news clip, "FBI's List of 'Radical Subversives'" tells of plans to round up radicals during a national disaster. ComCo editorial elaborates the implications for "all of us who smoke a little pot & dig a little peace". I Ching reading. "Because dope is political, & don't you forget it. Anything that criticizes the Establishment & its asinine war & power games is political -- subversive! -- and taking dope is an act of criticism."
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| C/N: CC-010 | Title/First Line: What do you care? |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-010
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. cC(ups). SOLA-oDW|SS-oL.
Abstract: Reprint of EVO article (East Village Other) on the S.F. Mime Troupe bust in Calgary. Style of writing reveals intimate connection with the Troupe's politics & history. In ComCo handwriting: "The dirty bastards busted the Mime Troupe what do you care"
"The Troupe, formed in 1959 by Davis, has always been poor, but always on top of the changing times: The first Dance-Concerts and Light shows..were put on by the Troupe.. They spawned the Diggers, who set up an alternative to competitive game playing;.."
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| C/N: CC-011 | Title/First Line: I live. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-011
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. cc.ups.hps. SOLA-oDW|SS-oL.
Abstract: ".. I LIVE is the motto of the American Indian tribe of Hippies of San Francisco who are now learning to communicate with each other without words.. A free booklet explaining the full meaning of I LIVE will be available soon.." at the Psychedelic Shop.
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| C/N: CC-012A | Title/First Line: The Wail presented by Daniel Roberts Memorial Band. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-012A
BibCit: 1967. Broadsheet. Letter size. cc. 2/cReBl. SOLA-oDW|SS-oL.
Abstract: "..Sunrise..At..San Quentin..Death Dance| Free| bring meat| for| flesh| pyre!". At Daniel Roberts' execution. Transportation leaving Tuesday 4:30AM from Masonic & Oak. For info: Diggers Office 626-9600. Variant (C|SS) is Broadside. See CC-018.
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| C/N: CC-012B | Title/First Line: Kill for peace. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-012B
BibCit: 1967. Broadsheet. Letter size.
Abstract: Digger-style poem on the occasion of the execution of Daniel Roberts. "12 minutes of agony gas death burning central nervous system KILL .. RONALD REAGAN IS KILLING daniel roberts| so what| do your thing| come dance be. WAIL| .." See CC012a & CC018.
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| C/N: CC-013 | Title/First Line: ZXQ__9837466 Lino Block Flyermmmmmm(500). |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-013
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. cc.ups. SOLA-oDW|SS-oL.
Abstract: Urgent request by Diggers for linoleum block printing supplies "To be used for| Linoleum fabric and block prints (LFBP)|.| To be taken to Trip Without a Ticket 901 COLE SF CALIF USA EARTH XXXX| (TWOAT)". Flyer done in teletype style layout.
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| C/N: CC-014 | Title/First Line: KKKS KKKKKKKKKKK. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-014
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. cc ups. SOLA-xSS|SS-oL.
Abstract: Tells about KSOL not announcing the Free Store at 1099 McAllister. [Black Man's Free Store] "across the street from a store that sells the same things for ridiculous prices that belong to them NOW YOU KNOW...DO SOMETHING | a free man"
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| C/N: CC-015 | Title/First Line: Clap is a bringdown. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-015
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC (member UPS). SOLA-xSS|SS-oL.
Abstract: "As many of you are no doubt aware, there has been an alarming increase of late in the incidence of Venereal Disease in our loving community." Gives address of S.F. City V.D. Clinic.
"We've cleaned up our streets, stores and homes - let's clean up ourselves. Bring down clap!"
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| C/N: CC-016a | Title/First Line: What part of the day do you spend running? |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-016a
BibCit: 1967. Broadsheet. Letter size. cc a member of Ups. SOLA-xSS|SS-oL.
Abstract: "Bright after your breakfast o. j.? for Tea? or maybe guests for cocktails? Do you run for the mountain's, head from, for, taxes, taxis, the draft the Heat the smog, the Valley? .. Which part of the day do you spend running to the mirror.."
R.s.: "MANIFESTO" (originally issued Aug. 10, 1964 in Resurgence no.1, reprinted by Resurgence Youth Movement of California, March 1967). "Enemies of the State Unite! Mutiny Against Government! The Axe to the Root!"
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| C/N: CC-017 | Title/First Line: Got It Anyway Who Wants Haight Street This Summer Any Way Got It? ... |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-017
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. cc [u.p.s.]. 1c/Gr. SOLA-oDW|SS-oL.
Abstract: "Health Department wants it sterilized - underarm control. Juvenile Department wants it turned in - parent control. Parks Department wants it walked allnight - sleep control. Police Department wants it surrounded - riot control. .."
"Did you come to buy something? Did you come to sell something?..who's media-money looney trap is this? (& this summer thousands of un-white un-suburban boppers are going to want to know why you've given up what they can't get & how you get away with it"
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| C/N: CC-018 | Title/First Line: Free Sunrise Colours | People | Acid. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-018
BibCit: By diggers, the. 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC(UPS). SOLA-oDW|SS-oL.
Abstract: Announces a demonstration at San Quentin prison. "..the gratefull dead will jam outside the walls of san quentin" .. "trucks, cars, buses will leave from MASONIC & OAK at 4:15 A.M. tuesday morning .. bring raw meat bells flowers your thing"
Rides coordinated at 901 Cole St. Signed "the diggers | (ain't that RIGHT mr. REAGAN)"
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| C/N: CC-019A | Title/First Line: The Electrical Orofic Garden Of Edens (volume I Page 3). |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-019A
BibCit: By The Electric Budda. 1967. Broadsheet. Letter size. COM/CO UPS. 1/c, green stock.. SOLA-xSS|SS-oT.
Abstract: This side consists of editorial comments. "LOVE" "Where the hell are the real people of Haight-Ashbury? You run around and you scream 'Love!' But do you practise it?" .."Meanwhile the New Grogan tells it as it is to the Half-Men of the Source."
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| C/N: CC-019B | Title/First Line: Orifice/ups (volume I Page 5). |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-019B
BibCit: 1967. Broadsheet. Letter size. COM/CO UPS.
Abstract: This side contains ads ("All ads FREE"). "Laguna Beach will welcome hippies this summer. Food, clothes, shelter. Contact Philip Hackett and/or Gary Paris at the 'Icarus Is', or somewhere at the beach...Good luck."
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| C/N: CC-020 | Title/First Line: Things Are Getting | A Bit Out Of Control. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-020
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC(UPS). SOLA-o($) | SOLA-x(SS) |SS-oT.
Abstract: Collage of newspaper clippings: A Congressional Call to 'Forget U.S. Constitution, Bombs Directed at Civilians, Police Chief Alarmed by Panthers. Cartoon shows cop chasing demonstrators chasing a Black Panther, with two straights looking on.
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| C/N: CC-021 | Title/First Line: Lord, Make Me An Instrument Of Thy Peace:. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-021
BibCit: 1967. Broadside. Letter size. CC(ups). SOLA-oDW | SS-oT.
Abstract: Hand-lettered prayer of Saint Francis, with line drawing in lower left corner depicting Jesus, St. Francis, and a swan.
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| C/N: CC-022a | Title/First Line: The Psychedelic Celebration & The Night Of Consciousness At |. |
| Full record | Cat. No.: CC-022a
BibCit: 1967. Leaflet. Letter size. 2 sht./4 pp.. cc. SOLA-xSS | SS-oT.
Abstract: Interpretation of an I Ching reading on the subject of changing the [Psychedelic] Shop into a calm center. "Change is in order. What to do? How do we interact with the system & yet stay high?"
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