Literary and Scientific League Records, 1890-1893

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Literary and Scientific League
Title
Literary and Scientific League Records
Dates
1890-1893 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.2 linear feet, (1 manuscript box)
Collection Number
WCMss.148
Summary
The Literary and Scientific League Records contain information related to the Literary and Scientific League, a cultural organization founded in 1890 in Walla Walla, Washington for the purpose of mutual improvement. This collection consists of a record book containing the by-laws, constitution, and membership list. These records, which date from 1890 through 1893, also contain minutes of the bi-monthly meetings and information about the location of each meeting, the attendees, the business conducted, and a summary of the program and ensuing discussion.
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 Literary and Scientific League Records consist of a record book containing the by-laws, constitution, and membership list of this coeducational group. These records, which date from 1890 through 1893, also contain minutes of the bi-monthly meetings and information about the location of each meeting, the attendees, the business conducted, and a summary of the program and ensuing discussion.

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The Literary and Scientific League was organized on January 22, 1890 in Walla Walla, Washington. The mission of the group was to foster mutual improvement in the literary and scientific communities. The group met every alternate Tuesday starting January 28, 1890.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Materials found in collection; provenance is unknown.