Agnes Pastirik Papers, 1930-1980
Collection context
Summary
- Abstract:
- The Agnes Pastirtik Papers contain material collected by the Pastirik family of Horseheads, NY.
- Extent:
- .25 linear foot
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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The Agnes Pastirik Papers contain materials collected by the Pastirik family including booklets, catalogs and brochures on home improvement and farming; Republican Party promotional literature and internal memos; and miscellaneous materials.
- Biographical / historical:
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Joseph Pastirik (1898-1963) and wife Agnes Kadlec Pastirik (1904-1972), were residents of Horseheads. Joseph worked for the Eclipse Machine Division of Bendix Aviation Corps, while Agnes was involved in small-scale agriculture including strawberry farming. Their son, Henry Pastirik (1920-1998) and wife Jean Morgan Pastirik (1925-1993), also resided in Horseheads. Henry worked at Purolator Products and Jean was heavily involved in Republican Party politics at both the state and local level.
- Acquisition information:
- The items in this collection were donated to the Booth Library by James Plate in 2002.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: a Content Standard
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The Chemung County Historical Society's research library and archives are open to the public from 1pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday. There is a $5 fee for non-members.
- Location of this collection:
- Contact:
- (607) 734-4167cchs@chemungvalleymuseum.org