William T. "Hooker" Vandergriff Papers consist of scrapbooks, photographs, certificates, newsletters, programs, brochures, newspaper clippings, and a variety of printed material. The bulk of the collection is newspaper clippings, photographs, and scrapbooks, 1937-1998. The scrapbooks are comprised of clippings from area newspapers and photographs and snapshots that focus on activities, advertising, promotional events, sports, and the employees of the Arlington Chevrolet and Buick dealerships as well as the Vandergriff family, 1948-1983. The few letters and certificates scattered from 1947 to 1994 are addressed to Hooker Vandergriff or Tom J. Vandergriff expressing thanks for participation in community organizations or events. Other photographs and snapshots, 1935-1989, depict buildings and employees of the dealership, district sales and managerial meetings, Vandergriff family members, and Vandergriff sponsored sports teams. Included are additional clippings and printed material that publicize or advertise the Vandergriff companies and activities of the family, 1937-1998.
Finding aid available here. Materials provided by Special Collections and Archives at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Finding aid available here. Materials provided by Special Collections and Archives at the University of Texas at Arlington.
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