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)
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
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

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

Acquisition Information

Donated to the Whitman College and Northwest Archives by Erma V. Barret in 1980 and 1987. The accession number is Retro-0159

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Women--Societies and clubs

Geographical Names

  • Walla Walla (Wash.)