Manuscript Collection
Files
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Identifier
Accession 193
Inclusive Dates
1954-1968, nd
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
7000 pieces, 3.50 linear feet
Language
English;
Historical Note
Ruth Lenore Hovermale (1927-1978) was a home economist and the Dean of the School of Home Economics at Winthrop College, 1963-1978.
Scope and Content Note
The Ruth Lenore Hovermale Papers consists of correspondence, minutes, reports, photographs, program notes, financial records, teaching notes, and related records, mainly concerning her teaching and research as a home economist and her involvement with professional organizations and Women’s Clubs, including the South Carolina Home Economics Association and the South Carolina Council for the Common Good. Her papers contain extensive reference files on fashion, textiles, and clothing.
Provenance
The papers of Ruth Lenore Hovermale were deposited as a gift by the School of Home Economics of Winthrop College on June 13, 1978.
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, "Ruth Lenore Hovermale Papers - Accession 193". Finding Aid 69.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/69
LC Subject Headings
Hovermale, Ruth Lenore, 1927-1978--Archives; Winthrop College--Faculty; Winthrop College--Administration; South Carolina Home Economics Association; South Carolina Council for the Common Good; Home economists--South Carolina--Rock Hill; Women deans (Education)--South Carolina--Rock Hill; Home economics--Study and teaching (Higher)
