George and Evelyn Harper papers 1933-1987

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George and Evelyn Harper papers 1933-1987

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The papers of George and Evelyn Harper are those of a native Kansan couple. George Harper served as Atchison, Kansas' first African American mayor and Evelyn Harper became a leader in education.

1.5 linear feet (3 boxes)

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University of Kansas Kenneth Spencer Research Library Kanas Collection

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SNAC Resource ID: 6353712

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Harper, Evelyn W., 1913-1992.

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Harper, George, 1918-2004.

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George Harper was born in 1918 in Atchison, Kansas. After attending Atchison public schools (Lincoln School and Atchison High School), Harper attended St. Benedict's College. He then worked as a superintendent at Kerriford Quarries in Nebraska and Missouri as well as a maintenance mechanic at the Rockwell Transportation and Equipment Division. There he served as president of the Local Union 6934 of the United Steel Workers of America. While working as a mechanic, Harper was also a C...

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