Board Memberships, 1946-1987
Part of collection: John McShain papers (2000)
Dates
- Creation: 1946-1987
Historical Note
After World War II, John McShain was asked to join a number of Boards of Directors both in the for-profit and non-profit sector. By the mid 1950s he was involved with the Atlantic City Transportation Company, Beneficial Mutual Savings Bank, First Pennsylvania Bank, Indiana Limestone, Philadelphia Transportation Company, Catholic University, La Salle College, Rosemont College, Georgetown University, and the National Shrine for the Immaculate Conception. The John McShain Charities provided generous financial support for many of the Catholic Colleges and charities on whose boards John McShain sat.
Scope and Content
This series includes Board minutes, files, financial statements and related correspondence for these organizations. Also included is a copy of the Charities first minute book, 1950-1956, and scattered financial records and legal correspondence from the 1970s and 1980s.
Extent
From the Collection: 266 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
No restrictions on access; this collection is open for research.
These records are located in remote storage. Please contact staff 48 hours in advance of research visit at askhagley@hagley.org
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository
