Gertrude W. Donahey papers

Collection

Identifier: MS D71

Staff Only

Scope and Content

This is a small collection comprising Gertrude Donahey's obituary, photo, business card and her photograph. Some newspaper articles and correspondence are also included. It does not include any of her professional papers. The collection is a small profile of her life.

Dates

Creation: 1961-2004

Creator

Donahey family (Family)

Restrictions on Access

The collection is open for research use.

Restrictions on Use

The collection is open for research use.

Biography of Gertrude W. Donahey

Gertrude W. Donahey (1908-2004) was the first woman to be elected to a statewide executive office in the state of Ohio. She served as the Democratic National Committee Operation Support Chairwoman for Ohio from 1963-1969. She was also treasurer for the state of Ohio from 1971 to 1983. She has been honored for her achievements, including being one of Ohio's five outstanding women in 1976 by the Ohio Extension Homeworkers and is listed in Who's Who in American Politics; Who's Who in the Midwest and Who's Who of American Women. She lived in Hudson, Ohio circa 1942-1958. She resided on both Aurora and Streetsboro Streets.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

A small collection of papers regarding the life of Gertrude W. Donahey, the first woman to be elected to a statewide executive office in the state of Ohio. It does not include her personal papers.

Statement of Arrangement

The collection is comprised of one box of materials arranged into three series.

Physical Location

vault

Related Material

For further information see the Gertrude W. Donahey Papers held at the Ohio Historical Society MSS-846. See also the North Summit Times September 25, 1970 Gertrude W. Donahey profile. Another profiles is available at the North Summit Times February 12, 1972.