D. Luke Hopkins papers
Abstract
This collection primarily contains the correspondence of Baltimore banker and civic leader, D. Luke Hopkins (1898-1976). The correspondence is with members of various political, social, economic, and cultural organizations in Baltimore and Maryland and is related to financial matters and fundraising campaigns as a result of Hopkins' expertise in banking affairs.
Dates
- 1936-1976
Creator
- Hopkins, D. Luke, 1898-1976 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research use.
Conditions Governing Use
The reproduction of materials in this collection may be subject to copyright restrictions. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine and satisfy copyright clearances or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections. For more information visit the MCHC’s Rights and Permissions page.
Extent
5.4 Linear Feet (13 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of the Estate of D. Luke Hopkins, March 1977.
Existence and Location of Copies
Many of the letters are xeroxed or carbon copies.
Scope and Contents
A large collection of papers relating to the career of D. Luke Hopkins as a banker and civic leader. The papers consist mainly of correspondence between D. Luke Hopkins and members of various political, social, economic, and cultural organizations in Baltimore and the state of Maryland. The collection reflects Hopkins' interests and talents, and his devotion to the many organizations he was affiliated with whether as a committee member, trustee, or board member. Much of the correspondence is related to financial matters and fundraising campaigns as a result of Hopkins' expertise in banking affairs. Also included in the collection is information in the form of pamphlets, annual reports, and rule books concerning the organizations and clubs Hopkins was a part of. The collection also contains four photographs: three of D. Luke Hopkins and one of St. Paul's Cathedral in London, England. These have been removed to the Graphics Division.
Creator
- Hopkins, D. Luke, 1898-1976 (Person)
- Title
- Guide to the D. Luke Hopkins papers
- Status
- Under Revision
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
Revision Statements
- 2020-01-31: Manually entered into ArchivesSpace by Sandra Glascock .
Repository Details
Part of the H. Furlong Baldwin Library Repository
H. Furlong Baldwin Library
Maryland Center for History and Culture
610 Park Avenue
Baltimore MD 21201 United States
4106853750
specialcollections@mdhistory.org