Mabel Milham Roys Papers 1880-1956 1904-1920

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Mabel Milham Roys Papers 1880-1956 1904-1920

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YWCA worker and missionary. Collection documents Chinese culture, social conditions, and politics; and the family's social and domestic life. Other subjects include student life at Smith College, early work as YWCA traveling secretary, work at Wells College, and other post-China activities. Materials include correspondence, writings, memorabilia, and photographs.

9 boxes; (4.75 linear ft.)

eng,

Sophia Smith Collection

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SNAC Resource ID: 6323228

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