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Ua60/3/3 December Commissioning Exercises Program, Wku Military Science Dec 1973

Ua60/3/3 December Commissioning Exercises Program, Wku Military Science

WKU Archives Records

Program for ROTC commissioning exercises.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 28, Wku Student Affairs Dec 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 28, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Finals revamped to Accommodate Football Viewing
  • Sen.Edmund Muskie to Lecture Here Tonight
  • Ayers, Elaine. Different Yearbook Planned
  • God Rest Ye, Gentle Readers
  • Adamson, Wanda. Bible’s Real Theme
  • Horton, Debye. Biased Sportscasting
  • Buntain, Michelle. Mistreated
  • Talisman Awarded Top Honors
  • ‘Las Vegas’ Money to Aid Needy Family – Interfraternity Council
  • Madison, Stephanie. Courses in Self-defense to Be Offered This Spring
  • Kroeger, Mark. Survey Shows Richard Nixon Support
  • Groves, Cindy. Vietnamese Coed Gets a Trip Home
  • Theatre Students Bundle for Britain
  • ‘Water’ Play Dries up Tonight
  • And Now, …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 27, Wku Student Affairs Dec 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 27, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Johnston, Scott. English department Reevaluates CLEP
  • Caudill, Tom. New Course Offerings Decrease This Semester
  • Sen. Edmund Muskie to Speak Tuesday
  • Strehl, Mary & Harry Sarles. Far out … WKU Astronomers Are Monitoring Comet for Radio Waves - Kohoutek
  • Rice Bowl Bus to Leave at 8p.m
  • Scholarships to Be Awarded to ROTC Students
  • Research Conference Set – Sigma Xi Society
  • Show Recreates Nativity Sky – Hardin Planetarium
  • Energy Crisis Hits Others More Severely Than Western
  • Skidoo! 15th Street Hill Bears Watching
  • Brizendine, Clint. Free Market …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 26, Wku Student Affairs Dec 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 26, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Dillingham, Jed. Western to Initiate Faculty Evaluation
  • Travel Plans Being Made for Rice Bowl Tilt
  • Johnston, Scott. Doobie Brothers Due Tonight
  • Elam, Jerry. Associated Student Government Representative Reginald Glass Resigns Post in Protest
  • Tight Security Enforced at Libraries Following Recent Attacks on Coeds
  • Sen. Edmund Muskie Lecture Set for Dec. 11
  • Spirits of Season Come to Dorms
  • Unpublished Evaluation of Little Use
  • Jones, Larry. Book Banning
  • Campbell, Hugh. Test or Ordeal?
  • Whitely, Ken, Diana Hooker, Mary Neathery & Ann Babincheck. Nursing Defended
  • Lawrence, Fred. Part …


The Colonelette (December 1973), Department Of Library Special Collections Dec 1973

The Colonelette (December 1973), Department Of Library Special Collections

The Colonelette

On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …


Gospel Reaching Out Volume 1, Number 8, Department Of Library Special Collections Dec 1973

Gospel Reaching Out Volume 1, Number 8, Department Of Library Special Collections

Gospel Reaching Out

The Gospel Reaching Out newsletter was produced by the Hart County Gospel Music Association which was headquartered in Munfordville, Kentucky. The newsletter contained information and calendars related to “singings” and singing conventions in south central Kentucky, area singing groups, musical trends, and features about collectors, churches and enthusiasts as well as advertisements from sponsors. Library Special Collections does not own originals or copies of this title.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 25, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 25, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Clayworth, Carl. Dero Downing Outlines University’s Energy Conservation Strategy
  • Western Selects 36 Who’s Whos
  • Elam, Jerry. Doobies to Appear Tuesday Night in Rescheduled Show
  • James Midkiff, Miss Ronnah Childress Out-talk Foes – Oratorical Contests
  • Interhall Council Plans Party
  • Interfraternity Council Las Vegas Night Tonight
  • How Long Will WKU Continue to Fall Back and Take It
  • Powell, Larry. Raps Tax Editorial
  • Baughman, Henry. Smoke Gets in His Eyes
  • Western Hosts Ohio Valley Conference Debate Meet
  • Merrill, Bonnie. ‘Hat Trick’: Fast Relief by America
  • Johnston, Scott. Senior …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Kroeger, Mark. State Takes Action to Develop Financial Aid Program
  • Caudill, Tom. Western’s Hat in Ring if Vet School Okayed
  • University Lecturer Slated Tuesday – William Porter
  • Western Commemorates Founders – Founders Day
  • Julian Goodman Honored
  • Sophomore Named Nursing Student of the Year – Anne Bobincheck
  • Gasoline Taxing Reasonable Means of Muddling Through
  • Charton, Dallas. Not so Perilous
  • Barrow, Bob & Debby Barrow. Lock Your Bike – Bicycles
  • Lanham, Bob. Planet High
  • Zimmerman, Tom. Fire Alarms Serious
  • Creed, Bruce. Theater Neglected
  • Lawrence, Fred. Chilean Experiment …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Elam, Jerry. Barry Goldwater Calls for Support of Richard Nixon
  • Contract Awards Anticipated – Environmental Sciences & Technology Building
  • Lawrence, Fred. Chilean Coup Discussion Draws Mixed Reactions
  • William Porter Rescheduled
  • Palmer, Alan. Question Session on Governmental Interns Set
  • You Be the Judge – College Heights Herald Reader Poll
  • Cassady, Liz. Environmental Controls to Hit Individual
  • Pocket Billiards Champion to Exhibit Shooting Abilities – Jack White
  • McCoy, Morris. Set Construction Took Long Hours – Private Lives
  • Vanderbilt Wins Title in Debate Tournament
  • Johnston, Scott. Interp Presents …


Ua11/1/4 William Porter Interview, Wku Public Affairs Nov 1973

Ua11/1/4 William Porter Interview, Wku Public Affairs

WKU Archives Records

No abstract provided.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Johnston, Scott. Western to Attempt Recovery of Refunds
  • Pence, Carter. Ohio Valley Conference Network to Drop Three Basketball Games
  • Dillingham, Jed. Western’s Winter Fuel Resources Probably Adequate
  • Dillingham, Jed. Off-campus Students Could Find Fuel Short
  • Barry Goldwater, William Porter to Speak
  • Michael Holmes Earns Ecology Award
  • Turkey Shoot Set for next Tuesday
  • Higher Tuition for Out-of-state Students a Necessary Evil
  • Marcum, Ernest. Wants Environmental Action
  • Mason, Josephine. Not Enough Recognition
  • Fugate, Debbie. Interests Join People
  • Norris, Walter. Shouldn’t Sin
  • Mulligan, Joseph. Equal Rights for Men …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Amendment Issues Highlight Balloting
  • WKU to Host Forensic Meet
  • Elam, Jerry. Barry Goldwater to Speak Monday
  • Palmer, Alan. Coed Selected as Legislative Intern – Debby Clark
  • David Whitaker Receives Award at Chicago Convention
  • Lawrence, Fred. Robert Wurster Annyoed by Lack of Student Consultation
  • Undergraduate Advisement Days Start This Week
  • There’s Blame Enough for Everyone in Concert Situation
  • DeArmond, Bill. Says Activities Ignored
  • Lohr, Glenn. False Advertising
  • Harmon, Susan. Congratulations
  • Mischler, Mark. A Bigger Rip-off
  • Palmer, Alan. Strange Visitor from another Planet Is Replaced
  • Elmore, Valerie. …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Johnston, Scott. It’s Dying KYSPIRG Lacks Workers, Funds – Kentucky Student Public Interest Research Group
  • Caudill, Tom. Residency: That Is the Question - Tuition
  • Fall Concert Set Sunday
  • Elam, Jerry. The ‘Little Engine that Couldn’t’—Did - Ronnie Sanders
  • Placement Discussions Designed to Aid Seniors
  • Chilean Seminar Slated Thursday
  • Car Rally Set for Sunday
  • Curbing the Energy Crisis and Working for Clean Air
  • Blanc, Allen. Apathy Increasing?
  • Edwards, Thomas. The Big Chuck Berry Ripoff
  • Schmitt, Morton. The Jesus Pushers
  • Johnston, Scott. CLEP: ‘a Dream Come True’ …


Gospel Reaching Out Volume 1, Number 7, Department Of Library Special Collections Nov 1973

Gospel Reaching Out Volume 1, Number 7, Department Of Library Special Collections

Gospel Reaching Out

The Gospel Reaching Out newsletter was produced by the Hart County Gospel Music Association which was headquartered in Munfordville, Kentucky. The newsletter contained information and calendars related to “singings” and singing conventions in south central Kentucky, area singing groups, musical trends, and features about collectors, churches and enthusiasts as well as advertisements from sponsors. Library Special Collections does not own originals or copies of this title.


The Colonelette (November 1973), Department Of Library Special Collections Nov 1973

The Colonelette (November 1973), Department Of Library Special Collections

The Colonelette

On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 18, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 18, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Elam, Jerry. Students Rap Entertainment
  • Cross, Al. Chuck Berry’s Absence Attributed to Vacation
  • Dillingham, Jed. Sudden Rise in Bicycle Thefts This Semester Alarms Western Officials
  • UNICEF Collection Here Wednesday
  • Class Drop Deadline Near
  • Madison, Stephanie. Raindrops Fall on Queen Cherie Hoxworth’s Reign
  • Who’s Who Purpose Unclear
  • Hays, David. Talks of Christian Love
  • McGloshen, Thomas. Appreciates HELP Coverage
  • Horton, Debye. Wants Warning Sign – 15th Street
  • Gary, Nancy. Segregation?
  • Dornheim, Sylvia. Nutrition Education
  • Palmer, Alan. Radio Committee Appointed
  • Cross, Al. R & R Revival Feeds …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 17, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 17, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Elmore, Valerie. Film Nostalgia Propels Week
  • Groves, Cindy. Geneva Ray: the Party to Whom You Are Speaking
  • Martin, Susan. Cherryton: Unique Housing Program
  • Baker, Marcia. Cheer Leaders: Red and White Squads from the Rah-rah Days Rocked Rafters, Led Spirit of Western Football Fans
  • Hale, Pat. College Students’ Nutrition Mainly Empty Calories
  • Zacharias, Dianna. Kelly Thompson Recalls First Homecoming
  • Belasco, Janet. Hours Have Come a Long Way
  • Smith, Verenda. Eagles out to End Western’s Win Skein
  • Pence, Carter. Who’s the Best? How Does This Year’s Team …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Coming Home Movie Memories, ‘50s Rock Highlight Nostalgic Homecoming Celebration
  • Elam, Jerry. Glenn Jackson Introduces Interaction Proposal
  • Kroeger, Mark. Entertainment Situation here not Unique
  • Madison, Stephanie. Parade Floats Escape Technical Hassles
  • Maturity, Better Judgment Needed in Greek Activities
  • Huzzah! University Rights a Traffic Wrong – Regents Avenue
  • Taylor, Beth. What Law?
  • Davis, Garry. Barefoot in the Fries
  • Skaggs, Susan. Impractical Request
  • Johnston, Scott. Decision-making Questioned – Tom LaCivita, Ron Beck
  • Student to Teach in Colombia – Roger Foley
  • Johnston, Scott. Ivan Wilson Watercolors Exhibited
  • Baker, …


Shannon, Jasper Berry, 1903-1984 (Sc 1404), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Oct 1973

Shannon, Jasper Berry, 1903-1984 (Sc 1404), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

MSS Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Small Collection 1404. Speech entitled "The Living Past and the Future," given by Jasper B. Shannon to the Kentucky Cemetery Restoration Association, Lexington, Kentucky, focusing on death as society views it.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 15, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 15, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Kroeger, Mark. Freshmen May Face Financial Aid Pinch
  • Elam, Jerry. Full-time Benefits Sought for Part-time Students
  • Cross, Al. Sponsor Withdraws City Bike Ordinance - Bicycles
  • Lawrence, Fred. Tenure, Decreased Enrollment Curb Faculty Turnover
  • United Givers Campaign Sets Goal at $170000
  • Ecology Students Plan 2 Field Trips
  • Fall Semester Mini-vacation Would Ease Autumn Grind
  • Fear of Bike Plan Needless – Bicycles
  • Baker, James. Says Ticket Buyers Cheated – Ballet
  • Grace, Randall. Braless Attraction
  • Wise, Carlos. Wants Explanation
  • Gagle, Merlin. Praises Jerry Elam
  • Foreign Language Activities Billed …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 14, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 14, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Kroeger, Mark. Administrators Hit Report on Deficits
  • Dillingham, Jed. One-way Traffic Experiment Extended – Russellville Road
  • Ayers, Elaine. Crisis Line Attempts to Bridge Lonely Void - HELP
  • Elam, Jerry. Associated Student Government Proposal Would Lengthen Cafeteria Hours
  • Telerama Set – March of Dimes
  • Program Offers African Study
  • Seventeen Coeds Enter Race for Homecoming Queen Title
  • Warnings Should Be Posted on Russellville Road Speed
  • Holland, Henry. Wants Diners Shod
  • Brewington, Tanitha. Says Ordinance Misunderstood – Bicycles
  • Collins, Brian. Frosh Should Compromise – Parking
  • Mitchell, Eddie. More …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 13, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 13, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Pence, Carter. Supreme Court Rejects Kentucky Civil Liberties Union Attempt to Overturn ‘Fly’ Ruling
  • Upchurch, Cindy. Sigma Chi Derby Starts Monday
  • Upchurch, Cindy. Capacity Crowd to Hear Van Cliburn Tuesday
  • Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Dedication Set Tomorrow
  • Chuck Berry May Replace Jerry Lee Lewis
  • Kroeger, Mark. Grad Student Housing Offered
  • Bike Marathon Slated – Black Student Union
  • Spiro Agnew Resignation Is Best for Himself and the Country
  • Drago, Jack. Says Reviewers Dumb
  • Lyne, David. Cites Marijuana Facts
  • Green, Debra. Wants Legalization
  • Johnston, Scott. Arts …


Ua11/2 Owensboro Native Heads Western Student Body, Wku Public Affairs Oct 1973

Ua11/2 Owensboro Native Heads Western Student Body, Wku Public Affairs

WKU Archives Records

Press release featuring Steve Yater, president of the Student Government Association.


Ua11/2 Gordon Hood To Keynote Wku Fine Arts Center Dedication This Saturday, Oct. 13, Wku Public Affairs Oct 1973

Ua11/2 Gordon Hood To Keynote Wku Fine Arts Center Dedication This Saturday, Oct. 13, Wku Public Affairs

WKU Archives Records

Press release regarding the dedication of Ivan Wilson Center for fine Arts building.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 12, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 12, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Johnston, Scott. Homecoming Entertainment Plans up in the Air … And David Niven Cancels, Too
  • Madison, Stephanie & Jerry Elam. …But Plans Continue for Homecoming Week
  • Elam, Jerry. Reginald Glass Asks Minority Representation
  • Cincinnati Ballet Set Here Tomorrow
  • 1974 Danforth Fellowship Information Available
  • State Editor Will Speak – James Ausenbaugh
  • Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Dedication Set
  • Bomb Dropping Is One Method Used in Tracing Family Trees – Ronald Bremer
  • Upchurch, Cindy. Fraternity Pledgeship Climbs
  • Bowling Champ Featured Today – Buzz Fazio
  • Raising College Tuition …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 11, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 11, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Clayworth, Carl. Dero Downing Calls Tuition Proposal ‘Contrary to Basic Principle’
  • Dillingham, Jed. Dormitory Occupancy Drops to Four-year Low
  • Dr. Finley Grise, Former Dean, Dies after Lengthy Illness
  • Bowling Exhibition Set for Tuesday – Buzz Fazio
  • Historian to Speak at Library Tonight – Ronald Bremer
  • McCoy, Morris. Alternative Method Offered for Teacher Certification
  • Western Misses the Boat, Married Students Sink
  • Durbin, Lon. Says Wake Up
  • Tucker, Garland. Wants Lane Change
  • Parrish, Darrell. Praises Western
  • Wolfe, Karen. Chastises Chastiser – John Brasser
  • Evans, Kenneth. Constructive Comments …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 10, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1973

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 53, No. 10, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Kroeger, Mark. Western’s Plans for Married Student Housing Shelved since 1970
  • Russel, Steven. Regents to Open Own Drug Abuse Study
  • Elam, Jerry. Resolution Asks for no Russellville Road Tickets – Parking
  • Caudill, Tom. Anthropology Major Proposed
  • Herald Awarded Third Straight All-American Rating
  • Journalism Group Elects David Whitaker
  • Academic Council Voting Turnout Was Less than Inspiring
  • Gagle, Merlin. Keep Street Plan
  • Brasser, John. Raps Psychologists
  • Jones, Larry. Says Policy Discriminates – Curfews
  • McCoy, Morris. Environmental Science & Technology Building Plans Solidify
  • Teachers to Meet Here – …


Gospel Reaching Out Volume 1, Number 6, Department Of Library Special Collections Oct 1973

Gospel Reaching Out Volume 1, Number 6, Department Of Library Special Collections

Gospel Reaching Out

The Gospel Reaching Out newsletter was produced by the Hart County Gospel Music Association which was headquartered in Munfordville, Kentucky. The newsletter contained information and calendars related to “singings” and singing conventions in south central Kentucky, area singing groups, musical trends, and features about collectors, churches and enthusiasts as well as advertisements from sponsors. Library Special Collections does not own originals or copies of this title.


Traces Volume 1, Number 3, Kentucky Library Research Collections Oct 1973

Traces Volume 1, Number 3, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Traces, the Southern Central Kentucky, Barren County Genealogical Newsletter

Traces, the South Central Kentucky Genealogical Society's quarterly newsletter, was first published in 1973. The Society changed its name in 2016 to the Barren County Historical Society. The publication features compiled genealogies, articles on local history, single-family studies and unpublished source materials related to this area.


The Colonelette (October 1973), Department Of Library Special Collections Oct 1973

The Colonelette (October 1973), Department Of Library Special Collections

The Colonelette

On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …