Percy Johnson Papers, 1901-1969

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Johnson, Percy
Title
Percy Johnson Papers
Dates
1901-1969 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.2 linear feet, (1 manuscript box)
Collection Number
WCMss.268
Summary
The Percy Johnson Papers contain materials related to the life Percy Johnson and the Walla Walla Symphony Society. These papers contain photographs, Percy's musician's union card, and programs for the Walla Walla Symphony. These papers, which date from 1901 through 1969, also contains newspaper clippings and a history of the Walla Walla Symphony Society.
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

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection consists of photographs of Percy Johnson (b. 1887); his musician's union card and related information; Walla Walla Symphony programs from the inaugural 1907 season and from the 1930s-1960s; other concert programs, including recitals given by the Fischer School of Music in Walla Walla (c. 1907); newspaper clippings about the Walla Walla Symphony; and a history of the Walla Walla Symphony Society.

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Acquisition Information

Materials found in collection; provenance is unknown.

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Corporate Names

  • Walla Walla Symphony