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Series 2: Administrative Files, 1898-1990, and undated

 Series

Scope and Contents

Contains photocopies of the Orphan Aid Society's constitutions; a listing of members on the advisory board; administrative correspondence (1923-1990); various documents regarding property holdings, minutes of Jenkins Orphanage (1950s); orphanage statistics, and facts regarding the care of orphans.

Dates

  • Creation: 1898-1990, and undated

Access Restrictions

General records are accessible; orphan records are Restricted until 100 years after the date of origin due to the private nature of their content.

Extent

From the Collection: 7.1 linear feet (7 cartons, 1 oversize volume)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository

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