Harper Joy Collection

Collection

Identifier: WCMss-294

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Harper Joy Collection spans from 1916 through 1972. It consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, theatre programs, and information regarding the life and death of Harper Joy and his family. The collection also includes an assortment of personally designed Christmas cards of the entire family.

Dates

Creation: 1909-1972

Creator

Joy, Harper (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Biographical Note

Harper Joy was born in Missouri in 1894, was orphaned shortly after and was later adopted by Henry and Annie Joy. Joy grew up in Walla Walla and later attended Whitman College, where he graduated in 1922. Directly after his graduation, he began to work for Ferris and Hargrove and continued on with this company for 40 years, seeing it merge into Pacific Northwest Company, and later the National Fidder-Peabody Brokerage Firm. Not only was Joy well-known in the business world, but he also was fond of clowning. Harper Joy died in 1972 at the age of 74 and was survived by his wife, Dorothy Joy, and their four kids.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet (1 manuscript box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Harper Joy Collection spans from 1961 through 1972. It includes newspaper clippings, postcards, theatre programs, and information about the life of Harper Joy.