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Benevolent societies

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Dixon Family papers

 Collection
Identifier: 121
Scope and Contents The papers of the Dixon Family of New Orleans, Louisiana mainly pertain to Henry (Harry) B. Dixon, an African-American businessman. The collection contains correspondence, minute books, clippings, photographs, financial, business records, and poll tax receipts documenting Dixon’s eligibility to vote in Louisiana. Of note are materials related to several New Orleans area benevolent organizations and social clubs. One of these, the Female Benevolent Association, is listed among the...
Dates: Created: 1878-1937; Other: Majority of material found in 1890-1932; Other: Date acquired: 01/01/1982

Lucile L. Hutton papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 191
Scope and Contents

The papers of Lucile Levy Hutton occupy 7.8 linear feet of shelf space and cover not only her career in public education; but also chronicle her vigorous participation in civic, religious, and cultural activities. Correspondence (1890-1988) has been kept with related material where it was generated and therefore may be found in six of the ten series. The papers are arranged chronologically within each category.

Dates: Created: 1850-1988; Other: Date acquired: 01/01/1989