Child and automobile safety ephemera collection, approximately 1930s-1980s

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Summary

Abstract:
This collection consists of pamphlets, flyers, brochures, booklets, and other items produced by various companies and organizations primarily related to automobile safety especially child automobile safety. Also included are advertisements and information related to home safety, general child safety and car maintenance. Acquired as part of the John W. Hartman Center for Sales, Advertising & Marketing History.
Extent:
0.25 Linear Feet (1 half legal document box)
Language:
Materials in English.
Collection ID:
RL.13113

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains pamphlets, flyers, brochures, booklets, and other items produced by various companies and organizations such as General Motors, AAA and MetLife. They are primarily related to automobile safety, especially child automobile safety. Also included are advertisements and information related to home safety, car maintenance, child car seats and restaints, seat belt campaigns, pedestrian safety, and child safety at home.

Acquisition information:
The Child and Automobile Safety Ephemera Collection was received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a purchase in 2024.
Processing information:

Processed by Lisa Duncan, December 2024

Accessions described in this collection guide: 2024-0121

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

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[Identification of item], Child and automobile safety ephemera collection, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.

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