Series I: Obermayer Family, undated, 1897-2005
Scope and Contents
This series contains correspondence, news clippings, photographs, reports, awards, notes, and family trees related to the Obermayer family, including LJO, JSO, HJO, BNO, JHO, and other miscellaneous members of the family. Included are the materials documenting HJO’s work as newspaper editor, HJO and BNO’s reporting for the State Department, JHO’s work as president of various organizations, LJO’s service with the Boy Scouts, and LJO and JSO’s ceremonial art collection. Some folders are restricted.
Dates
- undated, 1897-2005
Creator
- From the Collection: Obermayer, Arthur S. (Person)
Language of Materials
The collection is in English, Hebrew, German, and Russian.
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for researcher use. Please contact us to request access or to make an appointment to view this collection at jhcreference@nehgs.org.
Extent
From the Collection: 44.2 linear feet (27 document boxes, 30 manuscript boxes, 2 half-manuscript boxes, 1 oversized box)
Arrangement
Arranged alphabetically.
Physical Description
Boxes 1-17, 57-58, 59OS.
Repository Details
Part of the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center at American Ancestors Repository