League of Women Voters of NorthamptonRecords 1922-1995 (ongoing)

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League of Women Voters of NorthamptonRecords 1922-1995 (ongoing)

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Civic improvement and political organization. Records consist primarily of reports (1928-90s), publications, membership lists, correspondence, minutes, and research files. Also included are transcripts of League-sponsored radio broadcasts; videotapes of televised informational broadcasts and forums with local political candidates; and publications and educational fliers produced by the League concerning the structure and functions of local government, housing issues, schools, voterservices and welfare reform.

16 boxes; (9.5 linear ft.)

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Sophia Smith Collection

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