Communal collections box 47

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The James H. Smart papers (1874-1977; 3.4 cubic feet) primarily document James H. Smart’s term as president of Purdue University (1883-1900). The majority of the papers are in the form of letter books (1881-1899). The letter book from 1881-1885 begins with President Emerson E. White; the greater part is by James. H. Smart. The letters are primarily written by Smart, although some are written by his secretary L.D. Swan as well as vice-president Winthrop E. Stone in his absence....

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The Frederick W. Greve papers include articles published by Greve, primarily about hydraulics, as well as an membership certificates from the American Society of Civil Engineering and American Society of Mechanical Engineering, both from 1943.

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Miscellaneous magazine and newspaper articles about Purdue University

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The Stewart Center records contain floor plans and materials related to the building's construction and correspondence between Dr. John H. Moriarty and various distinguished groups and individuals invited to the dedication ceremony. A program from the first student play held in Loeb Playhouse is also contained within the collection as well as several library documents.

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The Purdue Memorial Union records contain information regarding the construction of the building, its uses, and promotional materials throughout its existence, including the student petition to raise funds and encourage the Board of Trustees to finish the building when construction was delayed due to World War I. Several pamphlets contain floor plans of the Union and show how the building has changed over the years with new additions.

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The Purdue Memorial Union records contain information regarding the construction of the building, its uses, and promotional materials throughout its existence, including the student petition to raise funds and encourage the Board of Trustees to finish the building when construction was delayed due to World War I. Several pamphlets contain floor plans of the Union and show how the building has changed over the years with new additions.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Lauren Roth collection of Purdue University broadsides (2009; 0.2 cubic feet) documents Purdue campus life and culture as well as marketing strategies of various campus groups, including Purdue University itself. It is predominantly composed of campus group callout broadsides, as well as broadsides advertising various events. The collection was created in HONR 199 Living History as a way to understand Purdue in the present day and curated by Lauren Roth....

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials...

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Items of particular interest in folder includes Certificate of Commendation signed by President Harry Truman, and 1971 Private Practice Certificate.

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Items of particular interest include photographs of Ernest McCormick and certificates of appointments.

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Items of particular interest include photographs of Ernest McCormick and certificates of appointments.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials...

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Correspondence from William Snyder describing the U.S.S. Lafayette, photograph of the Lafayette's launch, a U.S.S. Enterprise CVN-65 baseball cap, and a Trident tie clip.

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Items of particular interest in folder includes Certificate of Commendation signed by President Harry Truman, and 1971 Private Practice Certificate.

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The Rawls Hall records contains architectural renderings, an informational pamphlet with building description and floorplan, and a promotional DVD about the building.

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The Stewart Center records contain floor plans and materials related to the building's construction and correspondence between Dr. John H. Moriarty and various distinguished groups and individuals invited to the dedication ceremony. A program from the first student play held in Loeb Playhouse is also contained within the collection as well as several library documents.

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This collection contains reports generated by Hermann H. Remmers and the Purdue Opinion Panel from the 1940s to the 1970s. It also contains a photograph of Remmers.

Scope and Contents This series contains marketing materials created by the Purdue Alumni Association (PAA). It consists of programs and invitations related to alumni events on campus, including but not limited to Annual Banquets, Alumni Reunions, Commencement Week, and Homecoming.Also included are Purdue University promotional materials collected by the PAA, including but not limited to videos, photographs, and programs from Purdue fundraising campaigns, campus changes and updates, and research...

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These materials include publications written by and/or about the African American community. Publications include Life Educational Reprint articles, The Informer ("Lafayette's Black Community Newspaper"), and The Black Scholar. Also present is the newsletter published by the Black Cultural Center.

A gap exists for The Informer, from Vol. 2, No. 16 (Oct. 3, 1970) to Vol. 3, No. 8 (Oct. 30, 1971).

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These materials include publications written by and/or about the African American community. Publications include Life Educational Reprint articles, The Informer ("Lafayette's Black Community Newspaper"), and The Black Scholar. Also present is the newsletter published by the Black Cultural Center.

A gap exists for The Informer, from Vol. 2, No. 16 (Oct. 3, 1970) to Vol. 3, No. 8 (Oct. 30, 1971).

Scope and Contents From the Series: This series contains marketing materials created by the Purdue Alumni Association (PAA). It consists of programs and invitations related to alumni events on campus, including but not limited to Annual Banquets, Alumni Reunions, Commencement Week, and Homecoming.Also included are Purdue University promotional materials collected by the PAA, including but not limited to videos, photographs, and programs from Purdue fundraising campaigns, campus changes and updates, and research...

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This sub-group contains photographs of Cornell's numerous friends and family members. Subjects include Cornell and Mildred Bell at various stages of their lives; members of Cornell's family; former students from Cornell's time as a high school teacher and Director of the Business Opportunity Program; the families, homes, and travels of friends and former students; Cornell and Mildred's home in Gary, IN; and various wedding and funeral ceremonies.

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This series contains newspaper clipping collected by Dr. Cornell Bell. Subjects primarily deal with the passing of friends and family, the achievements of former students, and the achievements of Cornell and the Business Opportunity Program.

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The Class of 1917 collection contains a cartoon cutout, card, flyer, and newspaper article.