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Cary Interior, 1954-1972

 File — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 73, Series 1, File 21

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Cary Quadrangle Residence Hall Records collection consists of records from or dealing with in some capacity the Men’s Residence Cary Quadrangle Residence Hall. The collection consists of photos, event and club materials, proposed and executed budgets, residence directories, maps of the dorm and rooms, correspondence, residence hall pamphlets, newspaper articles, administration documentation, and some oversized objects and artifacts. The items demonstrate the activities that occurred at the residence hall, history of the building, and its continuing legacy. Additionally, the Cary Quadrangle records contain various items that include metal wall nameplates, a University Directory, a certificate, and one copy of the book "Robinson Crusoe" with a handwritten note from President Edward Elliott. Also includes a journal from the student group “Golden Taps” which provided a memorial service for students who died on campus.

Dates

  • Creation: 1954-1972

Creator

Access Information

The majority of the collection is open for research. Box 11 is restricted.

Extent

From the Collection: 6.30 Cubic Feet (4 Cubic Foot Boxes 1 Half-Width Legal Size Document Box 1 Full-Width Legal Size Document Box 2 Manuscript Letter Size Boxes 1 Flat Box 1 Oversized Folder Housed in a Communal Box)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

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