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A. P. Carroll papers, 1933-1971
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Carroll, A. P. (Alvin Percy)
- Title
- A. P. Carroll papers
- Dates
- 1933-1971 (inclusive)19331970
- Quantity
- .28 cubic foot plus 1 film reel
- Collection Number
- 1365
- Summary
- Papers of a travel promoter in Olympia and Puget Sound
- Repository
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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
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Open to all users.
Some material stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
- Languages
- English
Biographical NoteReturn to Top
A. P. Carroll founded Olympicans, a booster organization in 1933. He also founded Puget Sounders Incorporated in 1947. It offered bus and boat tours of Washington from 1949 to 1970. He also promoted other projects such as the planting of rhododendrons.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Correspondence, promotional mailings, news releases, photographs, ephemera, and film trailer.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Arrangement
Organized into 2 accessions.
- Accession No. 1365-001, A. P. Carroll papers, 1933-1970
- Accession No. 1365-007, A. P. Carroll film trailer
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Accession No. 1365-001: A. P. Carroll papers, 1933-1970Return to Top
Scope and Content: Correspondence, promotional mailings, news releases, photographs, ephemera.
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Some material stored offsite; advance notice is required for use.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Donated by A.P. Carroll, 1/1/1970.
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
Series 1: Olympicans |
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| Box/Folder | Accession | ||
| 1/1 | 1365-001 | General Correspondence |
1933-1939 |
| 1/2 | 1365-001 | Press Releases |
1934-1938 |
| 1/3 | 1365-001 | Promotional Literature and Flyers |
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| 1/4 | 1365-001 | Stationery |
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| 1/5 | 1365-001 | Publications |
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| 1/6 | 1365-001 | Miscellaneous |
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| 1/7 | 1365-001 | Photograph |
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Series 2: Puget Sounders |
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| Box/Folder | Accession | ||
| 1/8 | 1365-001 | Incoming Letters |
1948-1970 |
| 1/9 | 1365-001 | Mailings and Flyers |
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| 1/10 | 1365-001 | Stationery |
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| 1/11 | 1365-001 | Miscellaneous |
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Series 3: Personal Papers |
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| Box/Folder | Accession | ||
| 2/1 | 1365-001 | Incoming Letters |
1940-1947 |
| 2/2 | 1365-001 | Photographs |
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| 2/3 | 1365-001 | Writings - by Carroll |
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| 2/4 | 1365-001 | Writings (clippings) |
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| 2/5 | 1365-001 | Miscellaneous |
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Accession No. 1365-007: A. P. Carroll film trailer, Return to Top
General Notes: Note: Film is not on a reel or core.
Scope and Content: Film trailer entitled: "Campaign Against Predatory Animals".
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Donated by A.P. Carroll, 6/1/1970.
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)
- Tourism--Washington (State)
Personal Names
- Carroll, A. P. (Alvin Percy)--Archives
Corporate Names
- Olympican (Organization)
- Puget Sounders Inc
Geographical Names
- Olympic Peninsula (Wash.)
Occupations
- Businessmen--Washington (State)
