William H. and Oralee Baranco Mitchell papers

The William H. and Oralee Baranco Mitchell papers consists mainly of materials documenting Mrs. Mitchell's work as the Consul of Liberia, her civic activities, and family papers. The bulk of the collection dates from 1972-1982 and includes correspondence from her duties as a Counsul of Liberia in New Orleans. Other materials include articles, bylaws, publications, certificates, photographs, awards, and scrapbooks dating from 1907. Organizations represented in the collection are the YMCA, Dillard University, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Martinez Nursery School, National Negro Business League, Spaulding Business College, and the Keystone Life Insurance Company. Documentation about William H. Mithcell's activities include a photograph album from Springfield College in Massachusetts, awards received, and YMCA publications.