Box 4
Contains 54 Results:
Article—"The Rise of Delaware's Women's Clubs", 1969
This article by Catherine Cuningham appeared in Delaware Today .
Newspaper Clippings, 1950-1969, undated
This folder of newspaper clippings related to the Woman's Club of Claymont is divided into three sections: 1950s clippings, 1960s clippings, and clippings without visible dates.
Scrapbook, 1930-1947
This scrapbook details the history of the club through newspaper clippings, photographs, and programs.
Clubhouse Scrapbook, 1956-1970
This scrapbook details the building, dedication, and use of the clubhouse.
Club Programs, 1932-1970
This folder contains the club collect, Delaware state song, and a poem about the club from 1932-1934; two copies of the program from a luncheon in 1938; the brochure from the 1940 pageant, "The History of Women's Clubs in Delaware;" two copies of the 1952-1954 club program; a 1966 program from the 46th birthday luncheon; and three copies of the 50th Anniversary Luncheon program from 1970.
Clubhouse Memorabilia, 1964-1969
Includes invitation to clubhouse dedication and photographs of the groundbreaking ceremony and the clubhouse itself.
Frances A. Dutton Photograph, undated
This photograph of Frances A. Dutton, club president from 1928-1930, has been removed from its original frame due to preservation concerns.
Brochure—"Delaware's Official Insignia", undated
This brochure was saved by club members and contains information about Delaware's state flag, tree, flower, bird, state house, song, and seal.
Newsletter—"Your Social Hygiene News", 1947
This newsletter from the American Social Hygiene Association was saved by Woman's Club of Claymont members.
Pamphlet—"A Quiz for Homemakers", undated
The National Association of Manufactures produced this pamphlet against excessive government spending. It was meant to appeal to housewives and was most likely produced in the 1950s.
Delaware Writers, 1950-1953
Three books of poetry written mostly by Delaware women published by First State Writers.
Awards from GFWC, 1956-2002
Contains awards presented to the Woman's Club of Claymont from the General Federation of Women's Clubs.
Awards from DSFWC, 1966-2002
Contains various citations from the Delaware State Federation of Women's Clubs presented to the Woman's Club of Claymont.
Geriatric Services of Delaware, 1988
A certificate of appreciation presented to the Woman's Club of Claymont from the Board of Directors of Geriatric Serves of Delaware, Inc. for services to the aging. Also includes a letter and invitation.
Very Special Arts Award, 1988-1998
Awarded to the Woman's Club of Claymont by Very Special Arts, an educational affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation Awards, 1989-1994
Awarded to the Woman's Club of Claymont for demonstrating a commitment to the youth of this Nation through support of the Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation's programs.
Kind News Certificate of Caring, 1998-2001
Awarded to the Woman's Club of Claymont for adopting teachers by the National Association for Humane and Environmental Education.
Adopt-a-Library Project Certificates, undated
Four undated certificates awarded to the Woman's Club of Claymont by the General Federation of Women's Clubs and the American Library Association for its work with the Claymont Public Library.
Additional Awards and Certificates, 1962-1994, undated
This folder contains certificates awarded to the Woman's Club of Claymont.
Administrative, 1964-1978, undated
Includes memos and letters relating to club business.
Directory of Officers and Chairmen—Junior Section, 1930-1938
Includes the contact information for group members as well as committee lists.
Address List, 1969-1979
Contains the contact information for club members.
Attendance Records, 1969-1980
Records member attendance at club meetings.