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Personal and Political Papers--Campaign Material, 1956-2000, bulk: Bulk, 1956–1958

 Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

Includes material relating to Helen Holt’s service as a delegate at large at the 1956 Republican National Convention and material relating to her attempt to be elected as West Virginia’s secretary of state in 1958. In addition to Helen Holt’s own campaigns, some material also represents Helen Holt’s involvement with promoting the candidacy in others of the Republican Party. One folder includes material pertaining to Helen's involvement in her son's campaigns (1998-2000).

Material of note advertising her candidacy includes cards listing Helen Holt’s accomplishments (located in box 12, folder 2), copies of four-month calendars (August through November) issued by Helen Holt’s campaign which indicate major dates for the election cycle (located in box 12, folder 2), and a newspaper broadside for a campaign appearance (located in box 66).

Dates

  • Creation: 1956-2000
  • Creation: Majority of material found within Bulk, 1956–1958

Repository Details

Part of the West Virginia and Regional History Center Repository

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