Manuscript Collection
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Identifier
Accession 300
Inclusive Dates
1968-1979
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
6,500 pieces, 3.25 linear feet
Language
English;
Historical Note
The South Carolina Federation of Republican Women was founded in 1961 to: "promote an informed public through political educational activity; increase the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government; facility cooperation between the National and state federations; foster loyalty to the Republican Party and to promote its principles; support objectives and policies of the Republican National Committee; work for the election of the Republican Party nominees."
Scope and Content Note
The South Carolina Federation of Republican Women Records consist of bylaws, correspondence, minutes, reports, publications, and other records relating mainly to the growth of the South Carolina Republican Party, the political activities of South Carolina women, and the position of the Republican Party on public issues. Subjects include; Panama Canal Treaty, Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), Watergate, & Barry Goldwater.
Provenance
The records of the South Carolina Federation of Republican Women (SCFRW) were received by the Archives on February 12, 1980 via Mrs. Betty Janzen.
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, "South Carolina Federation of Republican Women Records - Accession 300". Finding Aid 339.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/339
LC Subject Headings
South Carolina Federation of Republican Women--Archives; Republican Party (S.C.)--History--20th century; Women--Political activity--South Carolina--History; South Carolina--Politics and government--1951-