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Poland family papers

 Collection
Identifier: WCMss-778

Scope and Contents

The Poland family papers is primarily composed of glass plate negatives. These are undated and contain family photographs, scenes of life in Walla Walla such as parades, pictures of farm life, and other miscellaneous photographs presumed to be taken in the Poland family home or on their propety. There are also financial and legal records primarily concering the estate of Hattie E. Poland, wife of Harry E. Poland, after her passing in 1907.

Dates

  • Creation: 1870-2025
  • Creation: Majority of material found within circa 1870-1908

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

.5 Linear Feet (2 letter Hollinger boxes, 1 half Hollinger legal size) : 42 glass plate negatives, ~dozen print photographs, and paper records

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Papers of the Poland family consisting of photographs and records, primarily from around the end of the 19th to the beginning of the 20th century, recording family events and life during their time living in Walla Walla.

Title
Poland family papers
Status
Completed
Author
Will Allen
Date
2026
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:
345 Boyer Avenue
Walla Walla WA 99362 United States
509-527-5922