Aleksandr Ivanovich Chekan Papers, 1926-1938
Collection context
- Creator:
- Chekan, Aleksandr Ivanovich
- Extent:
- 2500 items (6 boxes)
- Language:
- Russian .
- Scope and content:
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The collection comprises the archives of OROVUZ, and contains much correspondence, some manuscripts (chiefly constitutions of emigre organizations affiliated with OROVUZ; minutes of meetings of the governing bodies of OROVUZ itself); and some documents (membership lists and applications for membership). Included is correspondence exchanged by the officers of OROVUZ with the heads of the local branches of OROVUZ and of kindred organizations; with the League of Nations' refugee office; with potential employers of educated Russian refugees; and with unemployed and indigent members seeking assistance. Almost all the materials date from 1926-1932.
- Biographical / historical:
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Archpriest of a Russian Orthodox church in Paris and President of the Union of Russian Graduates of Higher Educational Institutions (Obʺedinenie russkikh okonchivshikh vysshie uchebnye zavedenii︠a︡ or OROVUZ).
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu