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ACWA. Aileen H. Clyde 20th Century Women's Legacy Archives

 Record Group
Identifier: ACWA
In recognition of the complexity and change experienced by 20th century women in Utah and elsewhere, the mission of the Aileen H. Clyde 20th Century Women's Legacy Archives is to document and preserve the history of women whose lives and work helped create social and cultural change.

Found in 395 Collections and/or Records:

Network magazine records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0537
Abstract

The Network magazine records (1978-1989) consists of business records and other documents pertaining to the creation and operation of this Salt Lake City publication. Among the records are budget materials, publishing contracts, advertising plans, subscription and distribution records, sales records and seminar notes, correspondence, writer's guidelines, salary and personnel files, and information about various women's groups. Also present are issues of the magazine from 1978 to 1989.

Dates: 1978-1989

Mary Jane Mount Tanner papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0200
Abstract The Mary Jane Mount Tanner papers (1829-1908) consist of an introspective and insightful diary recording her impressions of her activities and society. It concerns primarily personal matters such as stresses in a polygamous family, problems with family members, church and social activities, and the publication of a volume of her poetry. Correspondence is primarily about family matters; between herself and father in California (1849-1876) about his activities and the settlement of his estate;...
Dates: 1829-1908

Blue Tea Society minute book

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0159
Abstract

The Blue Tea Society minute book (1875-1883) details the meetings of this organization. The Blue Tea Society was formed in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1875 with the object of "the promotion of mental culture," of which the Ladies' Literary Club was an outgrowth. Membership was limited to twenty-five women.

Dates: 1875-1883

Utah Hairdressers Association records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1826
Abstract

The Utah Hairdressers Association records (1933-1947) consist of a scrapbook, meeting minutes, convention programs, newspaper clippings, and membership lists. These materials often mention the Utah Hairdressers Association's motto, "Self improvement is life's road to self reliance" and their belief that beauty shops are morale-building institutions.

Dates: 1933-1947

Vontella Hess Buchholz Kimball papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0264
Abstract

The Vontella Hess Buchholz Kimball papers (1931-1971) consist of correspondence, notebooks, and newspaper clippings concerning her activities as national education director of a large cosmetic firm and her interest in the Middle East. Vontella (1906-1971) was an active and independent woman with a desire to travel. She often lectured on charm and beauty at business and social clubs, and was also in demand as a speaker on traditional Arab attire and jewelry.

Dates: 1931-1971

Mormon Women's Forum records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2789
Abstract

The Mormon Women's Forum records (1987-2013) contain documents of the organization including their articles of incorporation and correspondence relating to the group. Also, there are various newsclippings relating to women obtaining the LDS priesthood, copies of the group's publication, photographs, and the restricted journal of Andrea M. Emmett (available upon her death).

Dates: 1987-2013

Midwest Pilgrims Conference records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2908
Abstract

The Midwest Pilgrims Conference records (1983-2003) contain correspondence, pamphlets, contacts, songs, notes, agendas, and evaluations from the Midwest Pilgrims retreats and articles relating to religion and feminism.

Dates: 1983-2003

Dolores Chase papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2943
Abstract

The Dolores Chase papers (1982-2009) consists mainly of her commentary essays written for the radio program Afternoon Edition on KUER FM90. Also included in the collection are promotional posters from the Dolores Chase Gallery. Chase obtained masters degrees in both English and Arts Administration in 1979. She opened the Dolores Chase Fine Art gallery in 1985 in downtown Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1982-2009

Nancy Mitchell papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2948
Abstract

The Nancy Mitchell papers (1933-2016) contain the correspondence, business papers, organizational papers, and school papers of Nancy Mitchell (1942- ) and her family.

Dates: 1933-2016

Friendship Circle records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1968
Abstract The Friendship Circle was organized by Elizabeth S. Wilcox as an alternative group for members of the Authors Club that were unable to attend weekly meetings due to other commitments. It was intended to be a less strenuous program with monthly rather than weekly meetings. The main purpose of The Friendship Circle was for friendly contact and association. No minutes were kept in the early years of the club, so the exact date it was started is unclear. It has been narrowed down to sometime...
Dates: 1950-1993

Chieko N. Okazaki papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2839
Abstract The Chieko N. Okazaki papers (1924-2012) consist of correspondence, administrative documents, and memorabilia from her teaching career, the Japan-Okinawa and Japan Central Missions, her term as the first woman of color to serve as a Relief Society General Presidency member, as well as speeches and manuscripts from her time as an author and speaker. Click here to view the digitized journals from the...
Dates: 1924-2012

Reva Beck Bosone papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0127
Abstract

The Reva Beck Bosone papers (1927-1977) mainly contain the political papers of Bosone (b. 1895), the first woman sent to the United States House of Representatives by the state of Utah. Included are correspondence, campaign materials, voting records, legislation, subject files, and some personal materials.

Dates: 1917-1977

Ivy Baker Priest papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0163
Abstract

The Ivy Baker Priest papers (1889-1975) document the career of this U. S. Treasurer and California State Treasurer and are concerned primarily with national and California political issues. A Utah native, Priest (1905-1975) was active in Republican party activities, was an unsuccessful Utah congressional candidate in 1934 and 1950, and served on Utah's Women's Legislative Council.

Dates: 1889-1975

Daughters of the American Revolution, Uintah Chapter records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1231
Abstract

The Daughters of the American Revolution, Uintah Chapter records consist of promotional literature, information regarding local events, scrapbooks and general materials. The DAR is an organization for descendants of men who fought in the American Revolution.

Dates: 1940-1990

Daughters of Utah Pioneers, Phillips Camp biographies

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1439
Abstract

The Daughters of Utah Pioneers, Phillips Camp biographies (circa 1940-1974) is a collection of biographical sketches of Utah pioneers submitted to the Phillips Camp, Daughters of Utah Pioneers, in Kaysville, Utah. Click here to view the digitized collection.

Dates: circa 1940-1974