Phone Mate, 1991
Scope and Contents
The materials for this collection were created from 1957-2000. This collection
consists of photographs, publications, and achievements related to FEDCO and
their partners. The bulk of this collection are trophies and awards. A series of the
FEDCO reporter and sale books are also included within this collection. Lastly,
documents pertaining to staff schedules and other FEDCO documentation.
Series I: Achievements
Inclusive Dates: 1970-1999
Arrangement: Alphabetical
This large series consists of awards, trophies, and certificates from various
companies. Sale milestones, partnerships, plaques, and employee of the month
awards are included in this series. Sale milestones, partnerships, and certificates
of appreciation are included in this series.
Series II: Publications
Inclusive Dates: 1957-1996
Arrangement: Alphabetical
This series includes the FEDCO Reporter, sales books, and gift books. The
FEDCO Reporter is a magazine for FEDCO members, which includes item
descriptions, deals, and special events for customers. Throughout the year,
FEDCO released sales books to members with various deals related to the
season. During the holidays, FEDCO gave members gift books as a guide to
buying presents and special deals.
Series III: Large Frames
Inclusive Dates: 1953-1984
Arrangement: Alphabetical
This series consists of large framed artwork of Fedco locations and images of
FEDCO buildings are included in this series. The First Fedco Reporter framed
and included in this series. Items in this series are heavy, large, and wide.
Series IV: Photographic Materials
Inclusive Dates: U.D.
Arrangement: Size
This series consists of two subseries: a.Photographs; b. Negatives photographs
and negatives of FEDCO. The arrangement is based on photograph size. The
photographs depict parking lots, shopping aisles (garden, hardware, electronics,
toys, and food). Noteworthy, there are two photographs depicting the condition of
the La Cienega Location after the LA riots. Photographs of other retail stores are
included, such as Costco and Marshalls.
Dates
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1970 - 1999
Extent
From the Collection: 79.42 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository
Library South, Room 2079, 5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles CA 90032
(323)343-3960
SpecialCollections@calstatela.edu