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SCRAPBOOKS

 Series
Identifier: 1

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The North Madison Happy Pals 4-H Club scrapbooks date from 1952 to 1979 and measure 12.25 linear inches. There are seven volumes. They are the official club scrapbooks and include photographs of members and events, newspaper clippings from the Oskaloosa Herald and the New Sharon Star, club minutes, secretary and treasurer records, programs, and awards. A useful source on the experience of children in rural areas, the scrapbooks also illuminate societal expectations for young girls.

Dates

  • Creation: 1952-1979

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The scrapbooks are open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 12.25 linear inches

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Iowa Women's Archives Repository

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