League records, 1919-1991.

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League records, 1919-1991.

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Background materials, constitution and bylaws, minutes of directors, membership and financial records, public relations materials, extensive program and special project files, and other records documenting the activities of the League of Women Voters of Minneapolis to educate its membership and the public on public issues and to encourage participation in the political process through precinct caucuses and voting.

20.0 cubic feet (24 boxes, including 18 volumes).

Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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SNAC Resource ID: 6791385

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