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Box Communal Collections 47

 Container

Contains 24 Collections and/or Records:

Scooter's Cash Bash broadside, September 12, 2009

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 05
Identifier: Item 52
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Lauren Roth collection of Purdue University broadsides (2009; 0.2 cubic feet) documents Purdue campus life and culture as well as marketing strategies of various campus groups, including Purdue University itself. It is predominantly composed of campus group callout broadsides, as well as broadsides advertising various events. The collection was created in HONR 199 Living History as a way to understand Purdue in the present day and curated by Lauren Roth....
Dates: September 12, 2009

Newsprint, 1920 - 1930

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 111, Series 5
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Purdue Memorial Union records contain information regarding the construction of the building, its uses, and promotional materials throughout its existence, including the student petition to raise funds and encourage the Board of Trustees to finish the building when construction was delayed due to World War I. Several pamphlets contain floor plans of the Union and show how the building has changed over the years with new additions.
Dates: 1920 - 1930

Union Newsprint Publications, 1920 - 1930

 File — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 01, Folder: 01
Identifier: UA 111, Series 5, File 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Purdue Memorial Union records contain information regarding the construction of the building, its uses, and promotional materials throughout its existence, including the student petition to raise funds and encourage the Board of Trustees to finish the building when construction was delayed due to World War I. Several pamphlets contain floor plans of the Union and show how the building has changed over the years with new additions.
Dates: 1920 - 1930

Diplomas, 1943

 File — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 23, Folder: 1
Identifier: Folder 3
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Frederick W. Greve papers include articles published by Greve, primarily about hydraulics, as well as an membership certificates from the American Society of Civil Engineering and American Society of Mechanical Engineering, both from 1943.
Dates: 1943

Marketing Material, Circa 1887-2011

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 182, Series 3
Scope and Contents This series contains material created by the Purdue Alumni Association to market alumni events at Purdue, and to highlight changes to the campus that might be of interest to Purdue alumni. Materials include but are not limited to programs for Annual Banquets, Alumni Reunions, and Homecoming; postcard invitations for Commencement Week and Reunions; Annual Banquet and Founders Day Banquet menus; and pamphlets and brochures covering changes on Purdue’s campus.
Dates: Circa 1887-2011; Majority of material found within 1904 - 1925

Personal Life, 1910 - 1992

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials...
Dates: 1910 - 1992

Professional Life, 1945 - 1994

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 2
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials...
Dates: 1945 - 1994

Item of Interest: Certificate of Commendation, signed by President Harry Truman

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 16
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 2, File 4, Item 1
Scope and Contents From the File: Items of particular interest in folder includes Certificate of Commendation signed by President Harry Truman, and 1971 Private Practice Certificate.
Dates: 1945 - 1994

Item of Interest: Certificate for appointment of consultant of the Secretary of the Army's Scientific Advisory Panel, 1963

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 16
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 2, File 5, Item 1
Scope and Contents From the File: Items of particular interest include photographs of Ernest McCormick and certificates of appointments.
Dates: 1963

Item of Interest: "Honorary Plank Owner" Certificate for Honored Member of the Navy Personnel Research and Development Center, 1973

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 16
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 2, File 5, Item 2
Scope and Contents From the File: Items of particular interest include photographs of Ernest McCormick and certificates of appointments.
Dates: 1973

Item of Interest: Craddle Roll Certificate, 1955

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 16
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 1, File 5, Item 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials...
Dates: 1955

Item of Interest: Private Practice Certificate, 1971

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 16
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 2, File 4, Item 2
Scope and Contents From the File: Items of particular interest in folder includes Certificate of Commendation signed by President Harry Truman, and 1971 Private Practice Certificate.
Dates: 1971

Photographs & political cartoons, 1913-1921

 File — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07
Identifier: Folder OS S 6
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Woodrow Wilson at whistle-stop (18), 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Woodrow Wilson standing outside with three other older men (16), 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 2
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Woodrow Wilson standing next to a donkey political cartoon (5), 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 3
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

"Presidential Messages" political cartoon by John McCutcheon (8), 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 4
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Woodrow Wilson sitting at desk (3), 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 5
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Woodrow Wilson and crowd in front of building entrance, 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 6
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Part of piece of legislation facsimile, 1913-1921

 Item — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 07, Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 7
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Collection of Woodrow Wilson papers (1905-1956; 0.1 cubic feet) documents the Presidency and historical legacy of Woodrow Wilson. The collection also includes memorial material in the forms of pamphlets highlighting various facets of Wilson’s legacy, such as statesmanship and education. A speech by Franklin Roosevelt to the Woodrow Wilson Foundation is also featured. Types of materials include: black-and-white photographs, political cartoons, and pamphlets.
Dates: 1913-1921

Certificate of thanks from the Western Railway Club, April 19, 1898

 File — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 02, Folder: 1
Identifier: Folder 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The James H. Smart papers (1874-1977; 3.4 cubic feet) primarily document James H. Smart’s term as president of Purdue University (1883-1900). The majority of the papers are in the form of letter books (1881-1899). The letter book from 1881-1885 begins with President Emerson E. White; the greater part is by James. H. Smart. The letters are primarily written by Smart, although some are written by his secretary L.D. Swan as well as vice-president Winthrop E. Stone in his absence. The...
Dates: April 19, 1898

Publications, 1966 - 2023

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 176, Series 1
Scope and Contents These materials include publications written by and/or about the African American community. Publications include Life Educational Reprint articles, The Informer ("Lafayette's Black Community Newspaper"), and The Black Scholar. Also present is the newsletter published by the Black Cultural Center.

A gap exists for The Informer, from Vol. 2, No. 16 (Oct. 3, 1970) to Vol. 3, No. 8 (Oct. 30, 1971).
Dates: 1966 - 2023

Life (Magazine) Educational Reprints, June 3, 1966 - December 13, 1968

 Sub-Series — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 13
Identifier: UA 176, Series 1, Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents From the Series: These materials include publications written by and/or about the African American community. Publications include Life Educational Reprint articles, The Informer ("Lafayette's Black Community Newspaper"), and The Black Scholar. Also present is the newsletter published by the Black Cultural Center.

A gap exists for The Informer, from Vol. 2, No. 16 (Oct. 3, 1970) to Vol. 3, No. 8 (Oct. 30, 1971).
Dates: Copyright: June 3, 1966 - December 13, 1968

Hail Purdue '69 publication, 1969

 File — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 04
Identifier: Folder OS S 3
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Robert C. Thompson papers (1949-1951; 0.8 cubic feet) documents campus life during Robert Thompson’s time at Purdue University.  They feature material related to Thompson’s study of mechanical engineering, including artifacts he created in a machine shop course.  Student life is also represented in dormitory photographs, student rule handbooks and student publications.  Types of materials include: photographs, negatives, artifacts, and booklets.
Dates: 1969