P.E.O. Chapter AF Records

Collection

Identifier: OGLMC-1581

Scope and Contents

The PEO Chapter AF Records, 1947-2011, contain four scrapbooks of newspaper clippings ranging from the 1950s to the 1970s. The majority of the newspaper clippings deal with the personal lives of chapter members, including events such as weddings, births, and anniversaries. Some items in the scrapbooks regard state PEO meetings, fundraisers, and themed parties. Also included are yearbooks, executive materials, and historical information regarding Chapter AF.

Dates

created: 1947-2011
Other: Date acquired: 11/15/2010

Creator

P.E.O. Chapter AF (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.

Biographical or Historical Information

The PEO Sisterhood was established January 21, 1869, in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan University. The organization was established as a philanthropic and educational society for women. Although comprised of only seven members at its founding, PEO now has thousands of chapters and members throughout the United States. Chapter AF was the third chapter to be established in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The Chapter received its charter on March 31, 1947. During its first year, the Chapter consisted of sixteen members.

Note written by

Full Extent

2.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Philanthropic and educational society for women

Source of Acquisition

Barbara Knipe, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Method of Acquisition

Donation; 2011-3080

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