Manuscript Collection
Files
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Identifier
Accession 191
Inclusive Dates
1934-1978
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
1,500 pieces, 0.75 linear feet
Language
English
Historical Note
The Church Women United In Columbia was founded in 1915 as the Women’s Interdenominational Missionary Union whose purpose was to work for the betterment of social and economic conditions in the city of Columbia, South Carolina.
Scope and Content Note
The Church Women United In Columbia was founded in 1915 as the Women’s Interdenominational Missionary Union whose purpose was to work for the betterment of social and economic conditions in the city of Columbia, South Carolina. The collection consists of constitutions, bylaws, minutes, correspondence, reports, financial records, newsletters, newspaper clippings, lists, and other records relating to the history and civic activities of the organization.
Provenance
The records of the Church Women United in Columbia were received by the Winthrop Archives on May 19, 1978 from Mrs. George W. Johnson, president of the club.
Keywords
Women's History, Women's Organizations, Religious Organizations, Women and Race Relations
Copyright
For information concerning copyright please contact the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University.
Finding Aid Citation
Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, Winthrop University, "Church Women United in Columbia Records - Accession 191". Finding Aid 276.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/276
LC Subject Headings
Church Women United in Columbia, South Carolina--Archives; Women in church work--South Carolina--Columbia
