Class of 1917 collection

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSA 399

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

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

Dates

circa 1913-1952

Creator

Purdue University. Class of 1917 (Organization)

Access Information

The collection is open for research.

Copyright and Use Information

Copyright held by Purdue University. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Historical Information

The Class of 1917 was an alumni organization at Purdue University. It was founded by Purdue alumni who graduated from the university in 1917. The purpose of the organization was to keep members of the Class of 1917 in contact with one another, through organizing and promoting class reunions, and publishing class newsletters and directories. The President of the organization was Ralph A. Innis.

Extent

0.05 Cubic Feet (One folder and one flat folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Physical Access Information

A photocopy of the newspaper article has been created for viewing (box 88, placement 3) due to the fragility of the original. If viewing the original copy (box 47, placement 24), the article should be handled with care.

Acquisition Information

Source and date of acquisition are unknown.

Related Materials

UA 182, Purdue Alumni Association records, Purdue University Archives and Special Collections, Purdue University Libraries.

Processing Information

All materials have been housed in acid-free folders and acid-free boxes. Newsprint has been photocopied and the original newspaper clippings have been sleeved and moved to an oversize box.