Helen Day papers, 1975-1979

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Day, Helen, 1913-2000
Title
Helen Day papers
Dates
1975-1979 (inclusive)
Quantity
3.00 cu. ft. (3 boxes)
2 film strips
1 sound cassette
Collection Number
5201 (Accession No. 5201-001)
Summary
Papers of an environmental and political activist, Skagit County, Washington
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Open to all users.

Languages
English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

Environmental and political activist, Skagit County, Washington. Day's primary role was her opposition to Puget Power's proposed nuclear plant in Skagit County in the late 1970's. Helen Day was born on December 13, 1913 and died on May 8, 2000.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Biographical features, clippings, notes, studies, publications, slides, tape, films, and other materials primarily related to her opposition to nuclear power plants proposed by Puget Power for the Backus Hill site in Skagit County. Also includes clippings and campaign items of her ally, Cheryl Harrison, as well as some items on other topics; 1969-1999 (bulk ca 1975-1979).

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Creator's literary rights transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Donated by Janet Minegishi, 9/10/2000

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Personal Names

  • Day, Helen, 1913-2000--Archives

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)