Smock (Stanley) Papers, 1923-1988

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Collection context

Summary

Title:
Stanley Smock Papers
Dates:
1923-1988
Creators:
Smock, Stanley Ashford
Abstract:
Extent:
.25 linear feet
Language:
Preferred citation:

Stanley Smock Papers. History San Jose Research Library

Background

Scope and content:

Collection of materials related to Stanley Smock's years at San Jose High School (class of 1928), and the Class of 1928 60-year reunion held in 1988. Smock was student body president, and papers include election materials, as well as student publications, programs for events, and news clippings.

Biographical / historical:

Born in Sonoma, California, Stanley Ashford Smock grew up in San Jose, and married Ellen Rudolph Quirin. He began a career with the City of San Jose after being named as Emergency Housing Administrator in 1955, retiring in 1974 from the post of Assistant Property Manager.

Acquisition information:
The papers were donated by a family member to the San Jose Historical Museum in 1997 as part of a larger collection.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by History San Jose Research Library staff.
Date Prepared:
1923-1988
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:55 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Open to the public for research by appointment.

Terms of access:

Contact History San Jose's Research Library for information on reproduction and publication.

Preferred citation:

Stanley Smock Papers. History San Jose Research Library

Location of this collection:
1661 Senter Road
San Jose, CA 95112, US
Contact:
(408) 287-2290