German Aid Society records

Collection

Identifier: Mss1793

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

German Aid Society records include correspondence in German and English regarding various issues of the society, including building equipment and maintenance, admission to the Old People's Home and general welfare, 1930-1936. Also included are building specifications, 1956-1957; and financial records and membership rosters.

Dates

Creation: 1871-1977

Creator

German Aid Society (Portland, Or.) (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.

Administrative history

The German Aid Society was an organization established in 1871 to provide assistance to German immigrants and their descendants through cultural, educational, and social service activities.

Extent

3 Cubic Feet (1 document case, 3 flat boxes, and 2 custom flat boxes)

Language of Materials

English

German

Additional Description

Abstract

The German Aid Society was established in 1871 to provide assistance to German immigrants and their descendants through cultural, educational, and social service activities. Records include correspondence in German and English regarding various issues of the society; building specifications; and financial records and membership rosters.