Scope and Contents
Researchers studying the Armand May Papers will gain insight into Jewish life in Atlanta, Georgia, during the 20th century. All material is arranged in alphabetical order by subject and chronologically within each folder.
Dates
- 1882 - 1972
Creator
- May, Armand, 1882-1972 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on accessing material in this collection.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright restrictions may apply. Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. Permission to publish, quote, or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder.
Biographical / Historical
Armand May was born in Marseille and immigrated to the United States as a child. His communal interests were extensive. He was involved with the Hebrew Orphans Home, Jewish Children’s Services, American Jewish Committee, the National Conference of Christians and Jews, the Atlanta Jewish Welfare Fund, the Joint Distribution Committee, and B’nai B’rith. He was a member of the Temple and the Standard Club.
Extent
0.2 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Founder of the American Mills Company in Atlanta, Armand May served as captain of the drive in Georgia to raise funds for the American Jewish Relief Committee which provided aid to Jewish refugees of Central and Eastern Europe, 1921-1922. His papers consist of Correspondence, newspaper clippings and a scrapbook.
Arrangement
All material is arranged in alphabetical order by subject and chronologically within each folder.
- American Jewish Committee Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- B'nai B'rith International Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- Hebrew Orphans' Home (Atlanta, Ga.) Subject Source: Local sources
- Title
- Armand May Papers, Mss 93
- Status
- Completed
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum Repository
1440 Spring St. NW
Atlanta Georgia 30309 United States
678-222-3700
