Barbara Abel papers, 1925-1989.

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Barbara Abel papers, 1925-1989.

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The papers primarily relate to Abel's professional life and include her magazine columns for the YWCA and Community Chests and Councils of America, scripts for skits and plays, and a variety of other pieces written in the course of Abel's work as editor and publicity director for a variety of organizations. Also included are volunteer efforts on behalf of membership organizations, such as the National Council of Social Work, and a variety of professional organizations and conferences of community welfare organizations. Other materials include correspondence, speeches, editorial files, photographs, press releases, reports, biographical materials, and memorabilia.

4 boxes ( 1.5 linear ft.)

Smith College, Neilson Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7577187

Smith College, Neilson Library

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Woman's Press

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Community Chests and Councils of America

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Young Women's Christian Association of the U.S.A.

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Records of the YWCA's programs and activities among blacks began in 1907. From the description of Records, 1920. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 232007201 The YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula opened in 1948 as a recreation center for business women. It expanded to provide recreational and social services for women that met the organization's mission of "empowering women and eliminating racism." The organization was based in Palo Alto until its closing in 2003. ...

Abel, Barbara

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Public relations specialist; columnist; journalist; YWCA worker; editor From the description of Barbara Abel papers, 1925-1989. (Smith College). WorldCat record id: 472245762 ...