Peratrovich Family Papers, 1939-2001 (bulk 1939-1988)
Scope and Contents
Scrapbook compiled by Roy Peratrovich, Sr., includes news clippings, correspondence, draft legislation, and his speeches and writings relating to native rights and interests in Alaska. Subjects include the landmark anti-discrimination law providing for equal accommodation privileges to all citizens (1945 Session Laws of Alaska Chapter 2), the establishment in 1988 of Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich Day (February 16), and activities of the Alaska Native Brotherhood and Sisterhood. Folder 7 contains a preface to the scrapbook written by Roy Peratrovich, Jr., a list of honors bestowed on Elizabeth, and a biographical timeline for Roy Peratrovich, Sr.
Dates
- 1939-2001 (bulk 1939-1988)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Request for permission to publish or reproduce material from the collection should be discussed with the Librarian.
Extent
7 Volumes : 7 folders
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Roy Scott Peratrovich, Sr., and Roy Peratrovich, Jr.
Processing Information
Papers were removed from three-ring binder and placed in 6 folders; original order maintained.
- Title
- Peratrovich Family Papers, 1939-2001 (bulk 1939-1988)
- Status
- In Progress
- Author
- Processed by: Staff ; ArchivesSpace finding aid by: Sandy Johnston
- Date
- 2019 May
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
- Language of description note
- English
Repository Details
Part of the Alaska State Library - Historical Collections Finding Aids Repository
PO Box 110571
Juneau AK 99811-0571 US
907-465-2920
907-465-2925
907-465-2151 (Fax)
asl.historical@alaska.gov