Collections | Archives and Special Collections

Mary O'Hara papers on Helen Bass Williams

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSP 311

Abstract

This collection documents Dr. Mary O'Hara's research into and relationship with Helen Bass Williams and includes research notes, correspondence, oral history recordings, interview transcripts, and published materials.

Dates: 1951 - 2007; Majority of material found within 1985 - 2000

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Loral O'Hara's International Space Station Interview

Collection — Digital Folder: MSA00409 Loral O'Hara's International Space Station Interview

Identifier: MSA 409

Scope and Contents

An interview between Purdue University students and NASA astronaut Loral O'Hara (MSAAE '09) during her Expedition 70 mission on the International Space Station (ISS). O'Hara answers questions about her experiences on the ISS, work and research, and advice for students interested in becoming astronauts.

Dates: 2024-01-03

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Elmer Q. Oliphant collection

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 10, Placement: 13

Identifier: MSA 183

Scope and Contents

Contains one biographical booklet, "Elmer Quillen Oliphant, Sports Legend," written by Miss Dale Leslie French.

Dates: 2005

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Joe R. Ong papers

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 10, Placement: 14

Identifier: MSA 184

Scope and Contents

One article by Joe R. Ong.

Dates: 1923

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Purdue University Orientation Programs records

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: UA 202

Content Description

Purdue University Orientation Programs records contains documents, DVDs recordings, and archived websites from Orientation Programs. The majority of the records relates to the Boiler Gold Rush event that Orientation Programs organizes each year.

Dates: 2006-Ongoing; 2006-2016 (Bulk)

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Clayton R. Orton papers

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 33, Placement: 04

Identifier: MSF 290

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of one folder which contains an article by C. R. Orton.

Dates: 1919

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Chase S. Osborn collection

Collection — Box: Box 1

Identifier: osbocs0

Scope and Contents

Books written by Chase Osborn and his wife, Stellanova B. Osborn.

Dates: 1922 - 1949

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Harriet E. O'Shea papers

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 33, Placement: 05

Identifier: MSF 291

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of one folder which contains articles about and by Dr. Harriet E. OShea.

Dates: 1934 - 1947

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

George A. Osner papers

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 33, Placement: 06

Identifier: MSF 292

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of two folders which contain articles by George A. Osner.

Dates: 1911 - 1918

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Albert Overhauser papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSF 485

Scope and Contents The Albert Overhauser papers documents the professional work and achievements of Purdue University professor Albert Overhauser. The collection contains correspondence, notebooks, dissertations and theses, grant applications, graphs and figures, published articles, teaching materials, and other items related to Overhauser’s studies at the University of California at Berkeley as well as professional career at Cornell University, the Ford Motor Company, and Purdue University. The collection...

Dates: circa 1920s - 2011

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Owen Hall records

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: UA 198

Scope and Contents

The Owen Hall records document the history of Owen Hall, a residence hall on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus. The collection includes photographs, guide books, newspaper clippings, administrative documents, and optical disks.

Dates: 1957 - 2007

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Lewis Owen collection

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 10, Placement: 15

Identifier: MSA 185

Scope and Contents

Two memorial tributes to Lewis Owen.

Dates: undated

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Richard Owen papers

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: MSP 59

Scope and Contents The Richard Owen papers document the life and career of Richard Owen, his correspondence, and his administrative recommendations to the Purdue University Trustees. They include materials from Owen's time at Indiana University and Owen's tenure as President of Purdue. They also show Owen's various professions as geologist, professor, and administrator. Types of materials include: books, reports, and letters.Owen's diary records his daily affairs from 1873-1878. Events and topics...

Dates: 1866 - 1878

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Collection of Robert Dale Owen notebooks

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: MSP 324

Scope and Contents

The Collection of Robert Dale Owen notebooks contains three notebooks kept by Owen as a young man. Owen organized his notes by topic, with volumes related to science, engineering, Galileo, and a daily journal of his activities in spring 1824.

Dates: 1824 - 1835

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

William V. Owen papers

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 33, Placement: 07

Identifier: MSF 293

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of one folder which contains correspondence to Professor Owen from editors of various publications, original manuscripts that had been submitted for publication by Professor Owen, a few photographs of Owen and his family and a 55th wedding anniversary announcement.

Dates: 1968 - 1975

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Don Paarlberg papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSF 445

Scope and Contents

The Don Paarlberg papers contain writings, letters, memoirs, and poems of Don Paarlberg on foods, farming, and other subjects.

Dates: 1964 - 2001

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

William Richards collection on Walter Pahnke

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: MSP 68

Scope and Contents

The William Richards Collection on Walter Pahnke (1952-1972; 0.2 cubic feet) contains materials collected and donated by William Richards that document the life and work of his close colleague, Walter Pahnke. It includes some of Pahnke's important academic writings, copies of personal manuscripts, some biographical information, writings by his wife (Eva Sontum Pahnke), and materials memorializing his untimely passing.

Dates: 1950 - 2009; Majority of material found within 1964 - 1971

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Palm leaf book

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: MSS 1

Scope and Contents Bound manuscript on palm leaf base, possibly made in India, Burma, or Siam. Palm leaves were an early type of writing material. The scribe scratched characters into the leaves using a sharp pointed instrument or stylus, then applied soot mixed with oil or pigment into the incised lines to make the writing visible. Holes were punched in the leaves, which were then strung on cords to hold them together. This manuscript has cords with decorative coins, and is bound between two...

Dates: undated

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

George M. Palmer papers

Collection — Communal Collections Box: 86, Placement: 13

Identifier: MSF 482

Abstract

Student course assignment results for AE 420, titled "Extrapolation 59," completed by K.E. Beyer, R. B. Chaffee, W. B. Fouts, and W. D. Harvey, May 23, 1957.

Dates: 1957

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Robert Pancoast and Janet Cassady collection of World War I panoramic photographs

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: MSP 264

Scope and Contents

Two panoramic photographs of World War I maintenance training groups at Purdue, photographed by O.L. Foster. One is identified as "Training Detachment Co. A" and the other is "Training Detachment - Third Encampment, close column of companies."

Dates: October 4, 1918

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Panhellenic Association records

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: UA 163

Scope and Contents

The Panhellenic Association records includes materials documenting the activities of both the Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association, particularly as it relates to their membership. Records include scrapbooks, awards, minutes, correspondence, pamphlets, brochures, news articles, RUSH and Fraternity Life guides, and more. Topics of particular interest include alcohol policies, racial issues, community involvement, housing, and black fraternities.

Dates: 1956 - 2002

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections