Photographs of Sidney Ball. Includes image of Ball's first photograph with the LAPD, 1930, 1954; undated
Scope and Content
The Sidney A. Ball Policewoman Daily Calendars Collection (1934-1957; 1965-1966; undated) contains seven daily planners belonging to Sidney A. Ball, a Los Angeles Policewoman from 1929-1965, making her one of the first policewomen on the force. In these planners are brief summaries of interactions and observations from Ball’s time as a policewoman, such as bookings for prostitution, intoxication, and verbal and physical altercations with police officers- including Ball. Ball also kept a record of addresses, birthdays, lunch and dinner engagements, outings to movies, plays, and concerts in the Los Angeles area, as well as trips to Canada and other parts of the United States. Also notated are comments and notes from possible courses Ball took regarding leadership, child development, and education. This collection also includes photographs of Ball and police buildings ; membership cards; certificates; a resume; and one issue of "Los Angeles Police Beat" featuring an article regarding Ball's retirement.
Dates
- Other: 1930, 1954; undated
Conditions Governing Access
There are no access restrictions on this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 box
From the Collection: .20 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Ball, Sidney A. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections Repository
University Library South -5039 (Fifth Floor)
1000 E. Victoria St.
Carson CA 90747
310-243-3895
archives@csudh.edu