History Commons^™

Dedication Of Whitman Hall, Phyllis Desena

Brooklyn College History

Newspaper article about the dedicaton ceremony of Walt Whitman Hall

1953 Ruby Yearbook, Ursinus College Senior Class, Audrey Harte, William Lukens, Evelyn Scharf, Tom Phillips

The Ruby Yearbooks, 1897-2020

A digitized copy of the 1953 Ruby, the Ursinus College yearbook.

History Of Winter Quarters, Nebraska, 1846-1848, Ernest Widtsoe Shumway

Theses and Dissertations

The Indian agent, the trapper, or the citizens of small Iowa townships were undoubtedly startled to see such a large movement of people and wagons across the state of Iowa. It was the winter and early spring of 1846. The onlooker would have seen men, women, and children muffled against the wintry blast, walking or riding in covered wagons and lesser vehicles. Somehow these people were different from the occasional companies bound for points West. Many were ill equipped. Many had a look of gentility, or as the frontiersman might say, a "citified look." They kept to themselves and often …

A History Of The College Of The Pacific Speech And Hearing Clinic, Winnie Mae Cooper

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

For many years the officials of the College of the Pacific and the Chairman of the Speech Department have expressed a desire to review the growth and development of the Speech and Hearing Clinic since its inception in the summer of 1937.

Statement of the Problem: The purpose of this study is to ascertain the factors concerned with the growth and development of the College of the Pacific Speech and Hearing Clinic.

Importance of the study: To present to the College of the Pacific Speech Department a compilation concerning the growth and development of the Speech and Hearing Clinic so …

Early Exploration And Settlement Of The Tooele Area, Utah, Thomas Keith Midgley

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this thesis is to describe the early exploration and settlement of the Tooele area, from the time it was first entered by the adventurous fur trappers through the first years of Mormon colonization.

Historical Sketch Of Aoy School, Bertha Archer Schaer

Student Papers (History)

AOY: Seminar paper about the history of AOY School in El Paso, TX

History Of Richmond As A Port City, Myrtle Elizabeth Callahan

Master's Theses

The purpose of this study has been to trace the evolution and course of Richmond as a port city from its beginning date, its period of gradual growth, the years of peak activity in the nineteenth century, the beginning of its decline in world trade, the subsequent renaissance of the port, followed by a recent decline at the present time, pointing out factors which brought it about and contributed to each of these stages.

Su Building Drive Fails; Lacks 5,000 Signatures, Vincent Curulli

Brooklyn College History

Article in student newspaper regarding proposed Student Union Building

Hpa Supports Building; Petition Available-0400b, Ann Samuels

Brooklyn College History

Article in the student newspaper, the Kingsman, regarding the proposed Student Union Building

A Brief History Of Radford School For Girls, E. L. Hogan

Student Papers (History)

Radford: Seminar paper about the history of Radford School for Girls in El Paso

1952 Ruby Yearbook, Ursinus College Senior Class, Barbara J. Crawford, Nelson M. Fellman Jr., Marjorie B. Donaldson, Eugene A. Pascucci

The Ruby Yearbooks, 1897-2020

A digitized copy of the 1952 Ruby, the Ursinus College yearbook.

George Moscone On The Pacific Basketball Team, University Of The Pacific

Moscone at Pacific

Moscone pictured on the UOP Basketball Team (top row, second from left)

History Of Austin Junior High, Sally Phillips

Student Papers (History)

This seminar paper discusses the history of Austin Junior High School in El Paso, Texas.

Eighty Years Of Music In St. George, Utah, 1861-1941, Reed Paul Thompson

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study has been to trace the development of music in St. George, Utah from its settlement in 1861 to 1941, an eighty-year period of much change. It has been an attempt, therefore, to show the musical heritage which this city now enjoys.

The Life Of Franklin Knight Lane, Jack Lee Molini

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

A biography of Franklin Knight Lane.

Petitions To Replace Votes, Eva Kanner

Brooklyn College History

Article in the student newspaper, the KEN, regarding the proposed Student Union Building

Students To Vote On $5 Building Fee, Eva Kanner

Brooklyn College History

Article in the student newspaper, the KEN, regarding the proposed Student Union Building

Brinton: Ideas And Men., Albert F. Nemnann

Michigan Law Review

A Review of IDEAS AND MEN. By Crane Brinton.

1951 Ruby Yearbook, Ursinus College Senior Class, Nancy R. Bare, Aubre M. Givler, Pierre L. Leroy, Robert C. Moorhead

The Ruby Yearbooks, 1897-2020

A digitized copy of the 1951 Ruby, the Ursinus College yearbook.

History Of Alamo School, Ruth Cummings

Student Papers (History)

Alamo: Seminar paper about the history of Alamo School in El Paso

Menu For Christmas Dinner, 25th. December, 1950, Jury's Hotel, Dublin

Menus of the 20th Century

No abstract provided.

The Public Campaign Of The 1949 Virginia Democratic Gubernatorial Primary, William O. Hester

Master's Theses

That the South possesses a one-party system of choosing its state and national representatives is an axiom of Anericnn politics . On only three occasions since 1880 have Southern presidential electors cast their votes for any nominee other than that of the Democratic Party. On only four occasions in this period has a Governor of a Southern State been elected on any but a Democratic ticket. This record is convincing testimony that in the States of the late Confederacy the nominees of the Democratic Party are in reality the only candidates having any probability of election.

It would therefore behoove …

1950 Ruby Yearbook, Ursinus College Senior Class, George E. Saurman, Barbara P. Shumaker, Alfred M. Maser, John R. Webb

The Ruby Yearbooks, 1897-2020

A digitized copy of the 1950 Ruby, the Ursinus College yearbook.

A Brief History Of Franklin School, Elma Galentine Ramirez

Student Papers (History)

This seminar paper discusses the history of Franklin School in El Paso, Texas.

El Paso High School 1884-1902, Anne Kelly

Student Papers (History)

This seminar paper recounts the history of El Paso High School from 1884 to 1902.

Mormon Settlement Of Snake River Fork Country, 1883-1893, Norman Earl Ricks

Theses and Dissertations

The most interesting and important place in the world is where a man lives. His home becomes the finest place on earth regardless of its merits in relation to other habitats. After years of residence the history of the country takes on reality and significance and a long acquaintance reveals elements of romance and adventure that enhance ones love of his surroundings. This is one of the reasons for this thesis topic. During a young impressionable life the stories of Indians, trappers, pioneers, rustlers and polygamist, have been constantly a part of the environment of the author. Long trips in …

A History Of The Stockton Recreation Department, 1910 To 1947, Including Its Early Background, And The Development Of Its Program And Facilities, Bert Edward Swenson

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

For a period of twenty years beginning in 1918 when the writer became Superintendent of the Stockton Playground Department, annual reports of its major activities and accomplishments were made and submitted to the Mayor and later the City Manager for their information. They helped in securing the next budget. Throughout the thirty years of service additional reports of activities and improvements in facilities were kept on file in the office of the department for the information of its officers and a permanent record.

The writer finds that he has been a part. of the supervised public playground movement since its …

Laguardia Portrait Hung In Brooklyn College Library, Various Publications

Brooklyn College History

Three articles from local newspapers regarding the hanging of Fiorello H. LaGuardia's portrait in the Brooklyn College Library

President Harry D. Gideonse Tenth Anniversary Dinner Program, Brooklyn College

Brooklyn College History

Program of dinner celebrating Harry D. Gideonse's tenth anniversary as President of Brooklyn College

The Migration Into Richmond (1775 To 1860), Ada May Land

Master's Theses

Richmond has today become one or the most important cities in the South. The foundation was laid for this early in its history. In 1775 Richmond was a village of only a few houses; in 1860 it was a growing city.The story o! the years between 1775 and 1860 is tied up closely with the story or the migration or people into Richmond and with their lives as they helped to develop the capital or Virginia.

I have in this paper attempted to show the trend of migration into Richmond from 1775 to 1860 and to show the important part …