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The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, February 19, 1953, [Number: 38], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, February 19, 1953, [Number: 38], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
Letter From Agnes Geiger To Alfred L. Shoemaker, February 17, 1953, Agnes Geiger
Letter From Agnes Geiger To Alfred L. Shoemaker, February 17, 1953, Agnes Geiger
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
A handwritten letter from Agnes Geiger addressed to Alfred L. Shoemaker, dated February 17, 1953. Within, Geiger writes about various farming chores, including sprinkling ashes and caring for livestock.
The Ursinus Weekly, February 16, 1953, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Patricia Garrow, Evelyn Scharf, Helen Gardner, Robert E. Armstrong, Helen Lightfoot, Harold Smith, Roland Dedekind, Sallie Lumis, Dick Guldin, Ted Wenner
The Ursinus Weekly, February 16, 1953, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Patricia Garrow, Evelyn Scharf, Helen Gardner, Robert E. Armstrong, Helen Lightfoot, Harold Smith, Roland Dedekind, Sallie Lumis, Dick Guldin, Ted Wenner
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Dean's Office reveals list of 76 students • Elections for May queen, scheduled for Wednesday • Frosh reps given charge on Color Day • Rules revealed for Alpha Psi • Male quartet to sing for PTA, February 19 • Rules clarified at senate meeting • "Y" dinner held; SRC to conduct seminar tonight • Janet Glaser crowned queen of freshman dance, Friday • Junior class begins casting for original musical show • Sororities choose dinner dance clubs • Seniors make plans for this weekend • Hudock tells pre-med society about heart ills • Sun Oil pres. speaks tonight • Music …
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, February 12, 1953, [Number: 37], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, February 12, 1953, [Number: 37], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, February 9, 1953, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Helen Gardner, Evelyn Scharf, Cheryl Mirgain, Jean Austen, Helen Yost, Ted Wenner, Dorothy Griffith, Dick Bowman, Bill Burger, Roland Dedekind
The Ursinus Weekly, February 9, 1953, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Helen Gardner, Evelyn Scharf, Cheryl Mirgain, Jean Austen, Helen Yost, Ted Wenner, Dorothy Griffith, Dick Bowman, Bill Burger, Roland Dedekind
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Mrs. Pancoast to be speaker at Color Day • WAA gives show tonite • Curtain Club picks play; Reveals new raise system • Y invites new members to dinner Feb. 11 • Frosh to give dance Feb. 13 • Sororities schedule dinner dance dates • Alumni office hours posted • 17 new students, 10 men, 7 women, enroll at Ursinus • Thespians to give two plays, Feb. 24 • Bus. ads to hear co. pres • Frats enter rushing week • May Queen elections to be held next Mon. • Larry Miller's orchestra chosen to play at Lorelei • Yost, …
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, February 5, 1953, [Number: 36], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, February 5, 1953, [Number: 36], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
Our Sturdy Forefathers, Their Health And Longevity: Strong Men, February 2, 1953, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Our Sturdy Forefathers, Their Health And Longevity: Strong Men, February 2, 1953, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
A handwritten manuscript compiled by Victor C. Dieffenbach, dated February 2nd, 1953. Within he details stories of exceptional feats of strength by men of various families in his community. He recounts their strength and often their humbleness when fixing broken wagons and bridges or performing barn raisings, for example.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 29, 1953, [Number: 35], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 29, 1953, [Number: 35], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
Our Sturdy Forefathers, Their Health And Longevity: Big Families, January 26, 1953, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Our Sturdy Forefathers, Their Health And Longevity: Big Families, January 26, 1953, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
A handwritten manuscript compiled by Victor C. Dieffenbach, dated Jan. 26 1953. Within, Dieffenbach records two exceptional cases of large farming families: the Ziegler family with twenty-two children and the Batdorff family with eighteen. Dieffenbach then explains how each locality had a "bully" or someone with super-human strength.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 22, 1953, [Number: 34], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 22, 1953, [Number: 34], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 15, 1953, [Number: 33], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 15, 1953, [Number: 33], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, January 12, 1953, Sarah Canan, Helen Gardner, William Lukens, Richard P. Richter, Evelyn Scharf, Helen Yost, Robert E. Armstrong, Maxine Alma Walker, Dick Bowman, Roland Dedekind, Dick Guldin
The Ursinus Weekly, January 12, 1953, Sarah Canan, Helen Gardner, William Lukens, Richard P. Richter, Evelyn Scharf, Helen Yost, Robert E. Armstrong, Maxine Alma Walker, Dick Bowman, Roland Dedekind, Dick Guldin
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Petitions for May queen to start Feb. 2 • Revised final exam schedule • 11 students to graduate this January • Over 200 people hear Earle Spicer sing ballads Wed. • Lucas, Scott join cast of Alpha Psi • Pettit discovers fire in Bomberger chapel • Library has new collection of great books of western world • Campus Chest total is $955.23 • Y commission holds vespers • Frosh class discusses plans; Sets tentative dance date • Chem group to hear speech • Turkish speaker addresses classes Tuesday morning • Frats hold meetings, set date for dances • Movie to …
Dieffenbach On Superstition Among The Pennsylvania Dutch, January 12, 1953, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Dieffenbach On Superstition Among The Pennsylvania Dutch, January 12, 1953, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
A handwritten manuscript entitled, "Superstition Among the Pennsylvania Dutch", compiled by Victor C. Dieffenbach, dated January 12, 1953. Within, Dieffenbach discusses a number of superstitions he grew up hearing, ranging from the neigh of a black horse signifying an upcoming funeral to the existence of fairy dance circles.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 8, 1953, [Number: 32], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 8, 1953, [Number: 32], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
Postcard From Morris Reppert To Alfred L. Shoemaker, January 3, 1953, Morris Reppert
Postcard From Morris Reppert To Alfred L. Shoemaker, January 3, 1953, Morris Reppert
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
In a handwritten postcard dated January 3, 1953, Morris Reppert responds to Alfred L. Shoemaker's WEEU radio program request for the Pennsylvania Dutch name for baking soda.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 1, 1953, [Number: 31], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, January 1, 1953, [Number: 31], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 25, 1952, [Number: 30], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 25, 1952, [Number: 30], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 18, 1952, [Number: 29], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 18, 1952, [Number: 29], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, December 15, 1952, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Ivy Leaman, Evelyn Scharf, Cheryl Mirgain, Jean Austen, Katharine Hood, Ted Wenner
The Ursinus Weekly, December 15, 1952, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Ivy Leaman, Evelyn Scharf, Cheryl Mirgain, Jean Austen, Katharine Hood, Ted Wenner
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Chapel cutting rule discussed by MSGA • Eleven outstanding seniors chosen from Ursinus for national Who's Who • Whirlwind of Christmas fun in the offing • Promotions given for Fall players • Doctors Nye and Eger spoke at Dec. 9 pre-med meeting • Rev. Franz gives singing sermon at vespers service • Ursinus student attends NAM congress last week • WAA plans show for Feb. • Day Study holds party • Jan. 7 forum to be ballad singer Earl Spicer of N.Y. • Prom weekend fun for all • Editorials: Spirit or ghosts?; Christmas fun problem; Some ideas on compulsory …
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 11, 1952, [Number: 28], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 11, 1952, [Number: 28], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letter, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, December 8, 1952, Sarah Canan, Marna Feldt, William Lukens, Richard P. Richter, Evelyn Scharf, Helen Gardner, Patricia Garrow, Maxine Alma Walker, Dick Bowman, Sallie Lumis
The Ursinus Weekly, December 8, 1952, Sarah Canan, Marna Feldt, William Lukens, Richard P. Richter, Evelyn Scharf, Helen Gardner, Patricia Garrow, Maxine Alma Walker, Dick Bowman, Sallie Lumis
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Second forum enjoys speech by diplomat • First forum hears Lord • Scribe praises Fall play • 15th annual Messiah performance to be Thursday night in Bomberger chapel • Y plans vespers, town-gown day Christmas party • Senior prom, party is this weekend • Marine speaks to students • Class to hear talk on southeast Asia • Pre-meds to hear Drs. Nye, Eger • Sororities go through informal initiations • Only $510 donated to Campus Chest • U. of P. student addresses IRC • French Club plans party • Editorials: So little time; Prom problem • Color trouble • GOP …
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 4, 1952, [Number: 27], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, December 4, 1952, [Number: 27], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, November 27, 1952, [Number: 26], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, November 27, 1952, [Number: 26], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, November 24, 1952, Sarah Canan, Elsie R. Belz, William Lukens, Evelyn Scharf, Dick Bowman, Dick Guldin, Sallie Lumis
The Ursinus Weekly, November 24, 1952, Sarah Canan, Elsie R. Belz, William Lukens, Evelyn Scharf, Dick Bowman, Dick Guldin, Sallie Lumis
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Fall play to be Dec. 5, 6; Ticket sale begins Dec. 1 • Bob Harry to play at senior formal • Freshman rep is sworn in by MSGA • Phys-eds get new teachers • Naval officer to speak here, Dec. 3 • Pre-legal group hears speaker, accepts three new members • Lantern goes to press today; Barbara Wagner designs cover • Messiah seats reserved for 100 students • Constitution changes begun by W.S.G.A. • About 100 students enjoy variety show • Lord Winterton to speak at first forum tomorrow • First Chest drive proceeds small; Two days remain • Help …
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, November 20, 1952, [Number: 25], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, November 20, 1952, [Number: 25], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, November 17, 1952, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Helen Gardner, Ivy Leaman, Evelyn Scharf, Robert E. Armstrong, John Osborne, Cheryl Mirgain, Patricia Garrow, Ted Wenner, Dick Guldin, Dick Bowman
The Ursinus Weekly, November 17, 1952, Sarah Canan, William Lukens, Helen Gardner, Ivy Leaman, Evelyn Scharf, Robert E. Armstrong, John Osborne, Cheryl Mirgain, Patricia Garrow, Ted Wenner, Dick Guldin, Dick Bowman
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Faculty show is considered huge success • Dean addresses freshman class • Bus. Ad. Club sponsors debate on current economic issues • Y cabinet hears program plans of commissions • Dorm reps chosen to sell yearbooks • Speaker explains international bank • 11 articles, three books left in lost and found department • Ruby to give show on Friday • Benefit fashion show enjoyed by audience • I.R.C. attends model U.N. • Chest Drive opens today; $1300 set as final goal • Two Messiah soloists chosen • Lord to speak at Forum on November 25 • Freshmen petition to give …
Dieffenbach On Bees: Honey And Wax, November 17, 1952, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Dieffenbach On Bees: Honey And Wax, November 17, 1952, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
A handwritten manuscript entitled, "Bees: Honey and Wax", compiled by Victor C. Dieffenbach, dated November 17, 1952. Within, Dieffenbach details the extensive ways in which honey and wax from bees were used in everyday life, ranging from folk medicine to candles, water-proofing and house construction.
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, November 13, 1952, [Number: 24], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent And Montgomery Transcript, V. 78, Thursday, November 13, 1952, [Number: 24], The Independent, Paul W. Levengood
The Independent and Montgomery Transcript Newspaper, 1952-1984
[8] p. Newspaper published in Collegeville, Pa. Weekly. Contains local, county, state and national news, editorials, letters, classified and local business advertisements.
The Ursinus Weekly, November 10, 1952, Sarah Canan, Milo H. Zimmerman Jr., William Lukens, Richard P. Richter, Evelyn Scharf, Ted Wenner, Dick Bowman, Dick Guldin, Sallie Lumis
The Ursinus Weekly, November 10, 1952, Sarah Canan, Milo H. Zimmerman Jr., William Lukens, Richard P. Richter, Evelyn Scharf, Ted Wenner, Dick Bowman, Dick Guldin, Sallie Lumis
Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978
Faculty show begins Chest drive, Nov. 15 • Pancoast, Miller debate merits of Ike and Adlai • Jones speaks to freshman class • Group production judged success • Death takes holiday in Curtain Club play • Frosh officers disclosed; Ronald Hutchinson, prexy • Seniors plan for show and dances • Workers net $40 for Campus Chest • Steward resigns • Cheerleaders to take over plans for future pep rallies • Pre-meds take tour • Former Ursinus student dies in automobile accident • Editorials: Was this fun?; Let's go, Band • Noble sportsmen • Letters to the editor • Rushees sign …
Dieffenbach On Bees, November 10, 1952, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Dieffenbach On Bees, November 10, 1952, Victor C. Dieffenbach
Alfred L. Shoemaker Folk Cultural Documents
A handwritten manuscript entitled, "Bees", compiled by Victor C. Dieffenbach, dated November 3 and November 10, 1952. Within, Dieffenbach details the various methods he knows for constructing bee hives and collecting honey.