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Scope and Contents From the Series: The eight scrapbooks in this series document the history of Purdue's Aviation Technology Department, and one scrapbook provides a history of Purdue's Air Race Classic teams. Compiled by the department, the scrapbooks contain a rich collection of photographs and news clippings, along with staff information, brochures, memos and other key documents from the featured years. The 6th and 7th scrapbooks appear to have been compiled by Professor James R. Maris, Head of the Department of Aviation...

Scope and Contents "Young Burglars Admit Attempt To Steal Plane," March 1958; "2 Damaged C-47s Become Labs For Purdue Aviation Students," Indianapolis Star, June 1958; "New Posts Assigned In Technical Extension," (features Professor H. C. Rountree and Dr. Don A. Scott); partial clipping on death of Charles William Beese, June 1958.

Scope and Contents (Two, b&w, 8"x10")

Scope and Contents "Flying Low: A dynamic young woman, with more than 1,000 flying hours to her credit, teaches prospective pilots, using Link trainer, in Purdue classes," The Indianapolis Star Magazine, March 16, 1958 (article about Jill McCormick); "Navy Flight Class Takes to the Air At Purdue Airport," September 1958; "College Admission to be Discussed Here Wednesday," New Castle Courier, October 6, 1958 (James Maris mentioned in column); Two photos with captions of Purdue students working in Purdue Technical...