Bleacher Accident, 1947 - 2006
Sub-Series — Box: 20
Identifier: MSP 160, Series 2, Sub-Series 3
Scope and Contents
This sub-series is comprised of front page headline stories about the Purdue bleacher collapse that occurred on February 25, 1947 during the halftime of the Purdue versus Wisconsin game. The newspapers have been retained, but scans have been made for preservation purposes. Also included are a few key photographs that appeared in some of the press releases about the tragedy.
Dates
- 1947 - 2006
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Collection material is in English.
Access Information
The collection is open for research.
Extent
0.50 Cubic Feet (One legal-size manuscript box)
Creator
- From the Collection: Purdue University. Athletics Department (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository
Contact:
504 Mitch Daniels Boulevard
West Lafayette Indiana 47907 United States
765-494-2839
archives@purdue.edu
504 Mitch Daniels Boulevard
West Lafayette Indiana 47907 United States
765-494-2839
archives@purdue.edu