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National Civil Service Reform League (U.S.) records, 1880-1967

Overview of the Collection

Creator
National Civil Service Reform League (U.S.)
Title
National Civil Service Reform League (U.S.) records
Dates
1880-1967 (inclusive)
Quantity
48.85 cubic feet (173 boxes)
Collection Number
07947
Summary
Repository
American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu
Access Restrictions
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Additional Reference Guides
Additional Information

Finding aid available in repository.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

The National Civil Service Reform League was established in 1881 to encourage efficiency in federal, state, and local government. The league, which was founded before the Civil Service Commission, concentrated on personnel problems and policies of the federal government.

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Content Description

The National Civil Service Reform League records contains the league's correspondence, texts of officer's speeches, and scrapbooks. Also included are reports and documents concerning league finances, appointments, political party platforms, and fundraising.

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Use of the Collection

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Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by the National Civil Service Reform League (U.S.) at the date of processing.

Acquisition Information

Acquisition Information

Processing Note

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Detailed Description of the Collection

Container List
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