Gibbons Family Papers, 1929-1969

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Gibbons family
Title
Gibbons Family Papers
Dates
1929-1969 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.2 linear feet, (1 manuscript box)
Collection Number
WCMss.143
Summary
The Gibbons Family Papers contain materials related to Ada and Robert Gibbons and their family, of Walla Walla, Washington. These papers contain newspaper clippings, bank statements, and an agreement between Ada Gibbons and Whitman College. These papers, which date from 1929 through 1969, also contain a tribute to Bob Gibbons who was active in business, civic and fraternal work in the community. A commemorative envelope honoring the first airline flight in Walla Walla, signed by the pilot Ralph Gibbons, is also included.
Repository
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Penrose Library, Room 130
345 Boyer Avenue
Walla Walla, WA
99362
Telephone: 5095275922
Fax: 5095264785
archives@whitman.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Languages
English

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Gibbons Family Papers consist of newspaper clippings, bank statements, and an agreement between Ada Gibbons and Whitman College. These papers, which date from 1929 through 1969, also contain tributes to Bob Gibbons who was active in business, civic and fraternal work in the community. A commemorative envelope honoring the first airline flight in Walla Walla, signed by the pilot Ralph Gibbons, is also included.

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Acquisition Information

Donated to the Whitman College and Northwest Archives by the United Spanish War Veterans in 2005. The accession number is retro-0205.

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Geographical Names

  • Walla Walla (Wash.)