Judith Hyams Douglas papers, 1897-1955 (bulk 1911-1955).

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Judith Hyams Douglas papers, 1897-1955 (bulk 1911-1955).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/143316741

The Judith Hyams Douglas Papers consist of letters from prominent Louisiana writers and political figures, speeches, photographs, business papers, and newspaper clippings documenting her work in organizations pertaining to child labor, woman suffrage, peace movements, Jewish refugees, the juvenile court, women's clubs, and the Mississippi River flood control programs. They also contain two copies of the charter and by-laws of Le Petit Salon (1925, 1927), a copy of Laville Bremer's Guide to New Orleans and Environs (7th ed., 1950), and a microfilm copy of Judith Hyams Douglas' scrapbook (1903-1955).

700 items.3 v.1 microfilm reel.

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 6825520

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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