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Dayton (Ohio) -- History -- 20th century

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 18 Collections and/or Records:

Adelaide Patricia O'Brien Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-170
Abstract

A native of Sharonville, Ohio, Patricia O'Brien was a successful singer and actress in New York City during the early part of this century. She returned to Dayton in 1917 and became manager of the Dayton Symphony Association. She also worked as a promoter of local theatrical events. Her papers include correspondence, photographs, diaries, and miscellaneous items.

Dates: 1913-1980

Public Opinion Center (Dayton, Ohio) Records

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Identifier: MS-110
Abstract

The Public Opinion Center Records contains surveys conducted in the Dayton area between 1970 and 1975. The breadth of the surveys is wide covering topics on schools, government, housing, health, and a number of other social, political, and economic issues. Some surveys contain the full raw dataset while others in the collection are summaries compiled by the center for public release.

Dates: 1970-1975

Elizabeth Beck Rehling Papers (MS-593)

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Identifier: MS-593
Abstract

The Elizabeth Beck Rehling Papers consist of correspondence, research notes, and photographs related to her research on the relationship between her mother, Agnes Osborn Beck and Katharine Wright, sister of the Wright Brothers. It also includes her unpublished manuscript, The Third Wright Brother, about Katharine Wright, based on her memories as told to her by her mother Agnes and her own research.

Dates: 1899-2001

Riesinger Funeral Home Records

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Identifier: MS-75
Abstract

Records of a prominent Dayton, Ohio funeral home which serviced many from the Hungarian and other ethnic groups of the early 20th century. Funeral record and ledger books give a daily account of funerals, and contain information and vital statistics about people buried by the Riesinger Funeral Home in Dayton, Ohio. Also included are financial record books for 1931-1956, and a few photographs.

Dates: 1902-1958; Majority of material found within 1902-1947

Glenn Thompson Papers (MS-4)

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Identifier: MS-4
Abstract

Consists of correspondence, reports, clippings, speeches, memorandums, photographs and printed materials reflecting Thompson's wide ranging interest in education, politics, environmental and social problems, historic preservation and journalism. Also includes an oral history with Sam Zehrung about his life and great gardens of Dayton, Ohio.

Dates: 1948-1982

Joseph Updyke Collection, World War II Correspondence (MS-674)

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Identifier: MS-674
Abstract The collection consists primarily of correspondence written and received by Joseph F. “Bud” Updyke, a lifelong resident of Oakwood, during his World War II service in the U.S. Army at Fort Knox (Armored Force Replacement Training Center), England, and France. Subjects included military life and clerical work, interpersonal relationships, train travel, rationing and food shortages, base and barracks conditions, entertainment, weather, historic sites and scenery, holidays, and mail service....
Dates: Majority of material found within 1942-1945; 1942-1945, 1995

Wright Family to Petree Family Correspondence

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Identifier: MS-585
Abstract The Wright Family to Petree Family Correspondence primarily contains letters written by Milton Wright to his niece Estella Harris Petree. The letters describe Wright family news and activities, but more importantly include specific references to Wilbur and Orville Wright’s bicycle business, flying experiments and success, Orville Wright’s accident at Ft. Myer in September 1908, the 1913 Dayton flood, and Milton’s flight with Orville in May 1910. There is also a very poignant letter written...
Dates: 1900-1939; Majority of material found within 1900-1917

Wright State Women Collection (MS-184)

 Collection
Identifier: MS-184
Abstract

The collection includes scrapbooks, photographs, clippings, program and activity information, and newsletters.

Dates: 1966-1987