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Collection
Identifier: 0225
Abstract
This collection contains the records of the group formed by John B. Elliott to abolish the practice of cross-filing in California (Abolish Cross-Filing in California). Cross-filing is a practice that permits candidates for political office to register in multiple parties for primary elections. If a candidate then wins nominations from multiple parties, they run with less (or no) competition in the fall election. The records present in this collection include filing vouchers,...
Dates:
1941 - 1960; Majority of material found within 1950 - 1953
Collection
Identifier: 0419
Abstract
The papers include material collected by Chauncey Alexander over a long and active life in social work and radical politics. Included are personal papers, school papers, and materials relating to Alexander's leadership of such organizations as the National Association of Social Workers, the International Federation of Social Workers, the First Amendment Foundation, and other organizations. Considerable materials are preserved from Alexander's service as an adjunct professor of Social Work...
Dates:
1917 - 2004
Collection
Identifier: 0403
Abstract
The records contain correspondence; program plans and proposals; medical records and statistics; budgets and other financial records; staff rosters; miscellaneous religious publications; newspaper clippings; brochures, and other publications describing the work of All Nations; annual reports; committee reports, agendas, and minutes; and staff reports on activities. This collection encompasses the years 1925-1978, with the bulk of the material dating frmo the decade of the 1930s.
Dates:
1925-1978 (bulk 1930s)
Collection
Identifier: 0257
Abstract
The Allan Hancock Foundation Archive contains records of the Foundation set up at the University of Southern California by G. Allan Hancock for the purpose of furthering oceanographic studies. These records also include those materials from the library and museum that were associated with the Foundation, as well some personal mementos of Captain Hancock's and the Hancock family. Also included are extensive records of the research ship Velero IV, as well as sound recordings, photographs and...
Dates:
1823 - 2005
Collection
Identifier: 0019
Abstract
Established in 1908, the Southern California Chapter of the American Guild of Organists is a local chapter of the national professional association serving the organ and choral music fields. This collection contains the records of the Los Angeles and Pasadena chapters of the American Guild of Organists, including administrative files, publications, and annual scrapbooks.
Dates:
1908 - 2004; Majority of material found within 1950 - 2000
Collection
Identifier: 0016
Abstract
This collection contains the personal papers of Charles Leland Bagley, along with records pertaining to the American Federation of Musicians. Bagley was a musician and lawyer who lived in Los Angeles and who was active in the AFM Local 47 until his retirement in 1959. The collection includes correspondence, photographs, union publications, and ephemera.
Dates:
1865 - 1965; Majority of material found within 1890 - 1962
Collection
Identifier: 0420
Abstract
The Beverly Foundation records, 1978-2008, consist of founding documents, Executive Committee and Board of Trustees meeting minutes, correspondence, financial records, reports and publications, and 35mm slides from Walter H. Ettinger's book "Fitness after 50". The Beverly Foundation was formed on November 13, 1978 to (1) pilot, test and demonstrate innovative community programs that support the autonomy of older adults, (2) foster nationwide progress in long-term care administration and...
Dates:
1978 - 2008
Collection
Identifier: 0218-1
Abstract
The Yvonne Brathwaite Burke papers contain the records of the political activities of Yvonne Brathwaite Burke, University of Southern California Gould Law School alumna, state and federal legislator, and county official. Included are records from Burke's tenure in the California Assembly (1966-1972), U.S. Congress (1973-1978), and the Los Angeles Angeles County Board of Supervisor (1979-1980). Records also include her campaign for California State Attorney General (1978).
Dates:
1959 - 1980; Majority of material found within 1966 - 1980
Collection
Identifier: 0468
Abstract
The California Coalition for Mental Health records consists of correspondence, agendas, meeting minutes, financial information, flyers and brochures, 1983-1990, that document the activities of this non-profit organization whose purpose was to provide statewise leadership to ensure effective care and services for the mentally ill in California. Also included are records of the California Mental Health Advocates for Children and Youth (1983-1986).
Dates:
1983 - 1990
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: 7158
Abstract
The Central Christian Church of Los Angeles records consists of founding doccuments, correspondence, financial records, membership lists, photographs, and meeting minutes documenting the history of the church from its founding in 1886 to 1956. The Central Christian Church of Los Angeles was founded in 1886 as the First Christian Mission. It met at various locations near downtown Los Angeles, eventually finding a permanent home at 410 East 31st Street where it remained until it closed in...
Dates:
1886 - 1956