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Philanthropic Educational Organization, Walla Walla DX Chapter Records, 1951-1985
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Philanthropic Educational Organization. Walla Walla DX chapter
- Title
- Philanthropic Educational Organization, Walla Walla DX Chapter Records
- Dates
- 1951-1985 (inclusive)19511985
- Quantity
- 1.4 linear feet, (1 record carton, 1 manuscript box)
- Collection Number
- WCMss.461
- Summary
- The Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O) Chapter Records contains the organizational records of the DX chapter of the P.E.O. This collection, which dates from 1951 through 1985, also consists of membership rosters, member book, and scrapbooks.
- Repository
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Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Penrose Library, Room 130
345 Boyer Avenue
Walla Walla, WA
99362
Telephone: 5095275922
Fax: 5095264785
archives@whitman.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open for research.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The DX chapter of the Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.) was founded on May 13, 1951. The P.E.O. champions the education and advancement of women through scholarships, grants, awards, and loans.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.), Walla Walla DX chapter records house the organizational records of the DX chapter of the P.E.O. This collection, which dates from 1951 to 1985, consists of minute books, membership rosters, member books, and scrapbooks; evidencing the membership and activities of the DX chapter. Also included in the collection is a small assortment of correspondence, an organizational history book, and convention books for 1956 and 1983. This collection documents the founding of a local chapter of the P.E.O in Walla Walla, Washington.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Women--Societies and clubs
Geographical Names
- Walla Walla (Wash.)