LH/MON. Montgomery County History
Found in 669 Collections and/or Records:
Young Women's League of Dayton Records
The Young Women's League of Dayton was founded in 1898 by former members of the local YWCA. It's purpose was to "promote the moral, mental, and physical welfare of young women" and its activities supported young working women in particular. Records include minutes, financial records, publications, correspondence, scrapbooks, photographs, and materials pertaining to the League's operation of a boarding house for young women.
Irvin G. Bieser Sr. Papers
Papers reflect the civic involvements of Bieser, a Dayton attorney. Included are materials from several organizations including the Dayton Research Association, the Dayton Peace Council, the Dayton Chamber of Commerce, the Dayton Draft Board (1940-1946), the Public Library Advisory Committee, and Dayton City Improvement.
Richard Fullerton Photographic Collection
First Lutheran Church of Dayton Records
Dayco Corporation Historical Collection
An eclectic collection of photographs, product catalogs, correspondence, memos, reports, personnel records, and financial records from a Dayton, Ohio manufacturer of tire and rubber products.
Walter McCaslin Papers
Dayton City Beautiful Council Records
The Dayton City Beautiful Council was organized in the mid-1960s as a volunteer adjunct to city government to help make Dayton a more livable, attractive community. Records consist of Executive Board, staff, and membership meeting minutes, and correspondence. Topics covered include recycling, urban beautification, and community planning.
Josephine Schwarz / Jane Reece Photograph Collection
Collection consists of 89 photographs and four handwritten notes created by Dayton photographer Jane Reece, and owned by Josephine Schwarz. Contains portraits of Josephine and Hermene Schwarz, the Schwarz family, two self-portraits, and nature photographs.
Rike's Historical Collection
Consists of files kept by the Rike-Kumler Department Store to use as a resource for advertisements and anniversary celebrations. Includes photographs of Rike's stores, window displays, and promotional events, as well as various company publications, audio recordings of both Frederick Rike and David Rike, press releases, executive biographies, and advertisements.
Dayton Federation of Women's Clubs Records
Records include annual reports, programs, meeting minutes, membership records, and scrapbooks containing clippings and photographs pertaining to the club's activities. Founded in 1907, the Dayton Federation of Women's Clubs is an amalgamation of Dayton area women's organizations and is engaged locally in charitable, educational and social activities.
