Papers of the Associated Chambers of Commerce of the San Fernando Valley, 1955-1978.

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Papers of the Associated Chambers of Commerce of the San Fernando Valley, 1955-1978.

Correspondence, minutes and agendas, by-laws, articles of incorporation, city planning reports, resolutions, rosters of Chamber delegates and officers, brochures and literature, newspaper clippings, newsletters, and press releases. The records of the Associated Chambers of Commerce of the San Fernando Valley and its predecessor organization of the West Valley Associated Chambers of Commerce, reveal the rapid growth of the organization during the documented three decades and the corresponding growth of the San Fernando Valley business community.

11 ms boxes (5.5 linear ft.) + 1 oversize box.

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