Samuel Williams Meek Papers, 1917-1980 and n.d. bulk 1945-1962

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Samuel Williams Meek Papers, 1917-1980 and n.d. bulk 1945-1962

Collection documents the Meek's work as an advertising executive; he served as Vice President in Charge of International Operations of the J. Walter Thompson Company from 1930 to 1964. Working out of the New York Office as the head of the International Department, Meek established offices around the world, provided continuing support and advice to the heads of these international offices, made policy decisions related to international operations, and served as a consultant to a number of U.S. government and private agencies concerned with international relations and commerce. The series arrangement created by the J. Walter Thompson archivist reflects Meek's activities and has been retained. Several categories of material are included: correspondence, market surveys and research reports, letters, official documents (such as the records of Meek's military service), and the transcripts of talks.

800 items (3.5 lin. ft.)

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