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Date(s)
- 1939-1948 (Creation)
Extent
.3 cu. ft. (1 box)
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Scope and content
The records document the revision of the Hymnal 1940 and the subsequent companion handbook that was published in 1949. Earlier history is covered by documents gathered on the previous Hymnal 1916. The archive includes correspondence to and from chair person Winfred Douglas and other members of the Commission (including Arthur Farlander, who succeeded Douglas), notes on hymn revisions and changes, a copy of the Commission's report to the 1940 General Convention, reports from the Tunes Committee, and essays and reflections on The Hymnal 1940 after its publication.
Arrangement
Hymnal 1940, 1939-1946, n.d.
Hymnal 1940 Companion, 1941-1948, n.d.
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Access to Episcopal Church records is governed by the Archives Public Access Policy. Research requests must be submitted in writing.
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The Archives is able to respond to limited requests for reproductions subject to copyright restrictions, internal policy, and the condition of the source documents.
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English
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Name access points
- Douglas, Winfred (Subject)
- Williams, Frederic (Subject)