Description
The Newport Harbor Lady Anglers (NHLA) was established September 13, 1949 as a women’s only deep sea fishing club. The collection
includes minutes, by-laws, bulletins, invitations, newspaper clippings and photographs documenting the history of the club.
Background
The Newport Harbor Lady Anglers (NHLA) was established September 13, 1949 as a women’s only deep sea fishing club. The club
chartered boats out of Newport Harbor and awarded annual prizes based on the size and quantity of fish caught by each angler.
The NHLA also raised funds for philanthropic causes, generally related to disadvantaged children.