There are no access restrictions on the materials, and the collection is open to all
members of the public in accordance with state law.
The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel,
privacy, and copyright which may be involved in the use of this collection (Wisconsin
Statutes 19.21-19.39).
John Downey donated his personal papers to the Archives in July 2001 (accession number
2001-002) and February 2002 (accession number 2001-057).
Christel Maass processed the collection in August 2002.