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Blalock (Lillian Ballou) scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: WCMss-774

Scope and Contents

A 100 page scrapbook containing clippings of art prints, newspapers, poetry, and objects of personal importance. Topics covered include being a mother and wife, nature, life advice, and the lives of family members. Due to the inscription in the front and the material in the scrapbook, the archives presumes this scrapbook was given to Lillian by her sister Myra Ballou and filled out by Lillian herself.

Dates

  • Creation: circa 1883-1888

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

A personal scrapbook created by Lillian Ballou Blalock given to her by her sister Myra Ballou.

Title
Guide to the Blalock (Lilian Ballou) scrapbook
Status
Completed
Author
Will Allen
Date
10/14/2025
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Whitman College and Northwest Archives Repository

Contact:
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