Milton and Helen Smith Papers 1878-2002 (bulk, 1950s-1970s)

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Milton and Helen Smith Papers 1878-2002 (bulk, 1950s-1970s)

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Milton and Helen Smith owned Economy Furniture Incorporated, a furniture manufacturing business in Austin, Texas. Milton’s father and brother started the business in 1930. Milton later became president of the company. The collection consists of personal and business records of the Smiths; correspondence and printed material from organizations including minutes, publications, and reports; and, photographs and sound recordings.

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Milton and Helen Smith owned Economy Furniture Incorporated, a furniture manufacturing business in Austin, Texas. Milton’s father and brother started the business in 1930. Milton later became president of the company. Helen managed the plant for three years when Milton was away during World War II. She later held various titles with the company, including personnel manager and vice-president. Milton and Helen were extremely involved in the Jewish community, including Tem...