3. Emily DeCosta, 1934-2009
Scope and Contents note
This series includes materials related to Emily DeCosta's education, early life, civic involvement, and correspondence. Materials also relate to the Spencer family, including her parents Dr. James Preston Spencer and Evie Carpenter Spencer.
Dates
- Creation: 1934-2009
Creator
- From the Collection: DeCosta, Herbert A., Jr., 1923-2008 (Person)
Access Restrictions
No restrictions.
Biographical/Historical note
Emily Howard Spencer was born in 1923 in Washington, D.C. to James Spencer (1888-1960) and Evie Carpenter Spencer (1886-1984). In 1942, Emily received her bachelors degree from Virginia State College; in 1943, she earned a master's degree from the University of Michigan.
In 1946, Emily married Herbert A. DeCosta, Jr., and began working for his construction company as the bookkeeper, office manager, and corporate secretary from 1947 until her retirement in 1985. Emily and Herbert have two children Gail Spencer DeCosta, (born 1948) and Margaret Craft DeCosta (born 1952).
Extent
1.25 linear feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository
125 Bull Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
843-953-7608
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