Newberg Agricultural Society: Minute Book

Series — Box: MS-09-05-Box.1

Identifier: MS-10-03

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of one volume of meeting minutes, the organization's constitution, and a list of charter members.

Dates

Creation: 1882 - 1890

Creator

Newberg Agricultural Society (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Collections are available for research.

Conditions Governing Use

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Biographical / Historical

The Newberg Agricultural Society was organized on February 4, 1882 to "...increase and diffuse knowledge among its members. To collect, condense, and collate information relative to the different branches of agriculture." (Constitution, Article 1). Jesse Edwards was elected chairman at the first meeting. Among its activities was sponsorship of an annual agricultural fair.

Extent

1 items (1 book in 1 half box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Newberg Agricultural Society was organized in 1892 to promote knowledge of agriculture and agricultural practices. The collection consists of one volume of meeting minutes and related information.