Contains biographical information in the form of newspaper clippings and feature articles about Atkinson. Also includes letters and cards of thanks she received following her performances and lectures, several performance programs and announcements and materials pertaining to her 1997 Woman of the Year Award. Beginning in 1943, Atkinson had a radio show on WMT during which she sang songs in response to listener requests. In 1952 she began serving as a typist and Spanish translator in the editing department of Collins Radio (now part of Rockwell International) and later became a production scheduler. For additional information about material related to her radio career check the finding aid.
Dates:
1935-1997, bulk 1986-1997
Repository/Collector:
Iowa Women's Archives at the University of Iowa Libraries, University of Iowa