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Bates, Gertrude Meyne Papers

Title: Bates, Gertrude Meyne Papers

Reference Code: Mss-0078

Inclusive Dates: 1919 – 1982

Quantity: 000.03 cu. ft.

Location: Sm Mss

Scope and Content: The collection contains correspondence and stockholders’ reports from Allis-Chalmers and the Jos. Schlitz Brewing Company (concerning the brewery’s mergers with G. Heileman Brewing Co. and Stroh Brewery Co.) as well as a copy of a story regarding a civics project at West Allis High School (Margaretha Meyne was one of the teachers), 1941. Also included are a delegate tally sheet from the 1952 Democratic and Republican National Conventions and a certificate for Mrs. W. Meyne’s “honorable discharge” from the Outagamie County Council of Defense, 1919.

Access and Use: No restrictions

Language: English