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Series I: Scrapbooks

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Collection includes a 3 scrapbooks, spanning the years of 1919 to 1992 with the bulk of the collection from 1942-1970. Scrapbooks are composed of newspaper clippings that documents social events in the Jewish community in New Bedford. The remainder of the collection is primarily composed of pamphlets belonging to Bertha Cohen documenting her involvement in community groups. Also included are some photographs and information on Peckham West Cemetery.

Dates

  • 1919-1992, Bulk 1942-1970
  • Majority of material found within 1942 - 1970

Extent

From the Collection: 1.3 Linear Feet (3 Slide Boxes and 1 Manuscript Box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Claire T. Carney Library Archives and Special Collections, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Repository

Contact:
285 Old Westport Rd.
N. Dartmouth MA 02747 USA