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Washington and Lee University

 Organization

Found in 140 Collections and/or Records:

John Marshall Report Card

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0593
Scope and Contents

This is an early Washington and Lee University report card, dated March 1871, which reports on John W. Marshall, who was a member of the class of 1874.

Dates: 1871-03
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

John S. McCutchan Chemistry Notebook

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0497
Scope and Contents

This collection consists of student J. S. McCutchan's notebook from chemistry lectures taught J. L. Campbell at Washington and Lee University.

Dates: Inclusive 1868-1869
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

John White Brockenbrough Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0478
Scope and Contents

This collection contains two of John Brockenbrough's personal correspondences, a letter of resignation from Washington and Lee University, and a bank receipt from the Bank of Lexington. One of the personal correspondences contains information about military movements in Virginia during the American Civil War.

Dates: Inclusive 1863-1874; Majority of material found within Bulk 1863-1874
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

John William Devine, Jr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0583
Scope and Contents

This collection includes a 1929 coaching certificate signed by Knute Rockne and Walter Meanwell, a group photo on the Doremus Gym steps dated 1931, and a 1931 Finals Dance Program.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1929 - 1931
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Joseph Glass lecture notebooks

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0127
Scope and Contents

This collection contains two notebooks of student Joseph Glass' class notes taken on William Graham's lectures on human nature.

Dates: 1794 - 1796
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Joseph M. Zamoiski Collection

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0691
Scope and Contents

This collection contains Zamorski's certificate from the Washington and Lee Athletic Council stating that he has been awarded the university's monogram as Head Cheerleader for the 1942-1943 school year, as well as the monogram itself. Also included is a songbook printed for the university's Glee Club. class of 1945.

Dates: 1941-1945
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Juliet S. Bradford Correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0092
Scope and Contents

This collection includes 11 items, all expressing sympathy at the death of Mrs. Bradford's husband, Vincent L. Bradford, a benefactor of Washington and Lee University. There is a resolution passed by the Washington and Lee University faculty in tribute to the memory of Mr. Vincent L. Bradford.

Dates: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1884-08-10 - 1884-10-02
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Large Format Framed Photograph of Hortense Alexander

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-PP-0081
Scope and Contents The large oval portrait is framed within its original wooden frame with wood backing. The photo is mounted on a charcoal color board. There is a modern label on the back that says, 'Hortense Alexander, Homecoming Queen, Washington and Lee University, 1893.' The frame has a label for Smith and Allen Furniture, Ennis, Texas. There are four contemporary copies stored within the general prints and photographs collection. The original is stored in the hanging storage area of the Special...
Dates: 1893
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Lee Endowment Fund records

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0147
Scope and Contents

This collection consists of subscriber lists, financial reports, printed material, and correspondence related to the Lee Endowment Fund.

Dates: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1866 - 1873
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Letitia Pate Evans Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0498
Scope and Contents The Letitia Pate Evans Papers consist of both originals and copies of documents and letters between Letitia (Lettie) Pate (Whitehead) Evans and Washington and Lee University administrators and their contacts regarding the initial development of her philanthropic relationship with the school. Mrs. Evans, of Bedford County, Virginia, married Joseph Brown Whitehead in 1895 and together they were key in developing the Coca-Cola Company’s early bottling facilities. After Joseph’s death, Letitia...
Dates: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1947 - 1992
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Lewis F. Dantzler Mathematics Exercise Book

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0434
Scope and Contents

This is a notebook of mathematical exercises by a student, Lewis F. Dantzler.

Dates: Other: No date
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Lewis F. Powell correspondence and records

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0269
Scope and Contents

This collection consists of correspondence of Lewis F. Powell, Jr. concerning Washington and Lee University from 1959-1970 and materials regarding his nomination to the United States Supreme Court in 1971.

Dates: Inclusive 1959-1971
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Lexington, Virginia tourism booklets

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-PP-0194
Dates: 1932
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Lloyd R. Cole Collection

 Collection — Box 1, Folder: 0-10
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0679
Content Description This small collection primarily contains a series of letters between various individuals and Anna C. Cole, mother of Lloyd R. Cole. Dated between 1940 and 1946, these letters largely detail the difficulties Capt. Lloyd R. Cole experienced throughout his service during World War II through his death in 1943 while prisoner of war (POW). In addition, the collection features several photographs of Capt. Lloyd R. Cole during the war, in addition to a photograph taken on his wedding day with his...
Dates: Majority of material found within 1940
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Lucius Desha Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0156
Scope and Contents

This collection includes student memorabilia of Lucius and Cave Desha, including programs, pamphlets and Michael Miley photographs of students and faculty.

Dates: 1868 - 1873
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Mame Warren Collection

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0239
Scope and Contents The Mame Warren Collection consists of 90 oral history interviews and historic photographs collected for her 1998 book project, 'Come cheer for Washington and Lee University: the University at 250 years!'. Warren conducted interviews with 90 individuals associated with Washington and Lee University, including former faculty, staff, coaches, employees, alumni, and friends. Each interview is boxed uniquely and includes audio cassette recordings, both master and user copies, and their...
Dates: date unknown
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Mark Byrn Davis, Jr. Correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0631
Scope and Contents

The collection consists of correspondences between Mark Byrn Davis, Jr. and other Washington and Lee University alumni and related figures concerning the potential decision to institute co-education at Washington and Lee in 1984.

Dates: 1984
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Mary Paxton Barclay Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0250
Scope and Contents

This collection consists of Barclay's papers describing her wood carvings, including the Washington and Lee Mace, as well as chests for Eleanor Roosevelt and Queen Mother Elizabeth.

Dates: Inclusive 1938-1951
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Maryland Historical Society statement of appreciation for John H. Latane

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0507
Scope and Contents

Statement of appreciation for the life of John Holladay Latane adopted by the Maryland Historical Society, of which he was a member. Statement includes biographical information about his life. A copy of the statement was sent to each of the schools where he attended and taught. It is signed by the historical society's secretary, James E. [Haucoch].

Dates: After January 4, 1932
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

McCormick Family Collection

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0510
Scope and Contents

This collection consists of correspondence about the McCormick Endowment at Washington and Lee university, farm portfolios, material about the dedication of the McCormick Library and the McCormick celebration at W&L. Also included is genealogical material.

Dates: Inclusive 1914-1963
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Milton J. Elliott, IV Collection

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0388
Scope and Contents This collection consists of a videorecording made by digitizing an original 8 mm film, which is owned by Milton J. Elliott, III, who was a student at W&L during the 1956 Mock Convention. The video is in color and is silent. The footage of the 1956 Mock Convention runs about 8 minutes and is primarily of the parade. Sections of the video showing the convention floor and platform are brief and quite dark. There is also footage of a group of students picknicking at Goshen (about 3 minutes)....
Dates: 1950 - 1956
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Milton W. Humphreys Autobiography

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0051
Scope and Contents

Typescript autobiography includes excerpts about Milton W. Humphreys' student and teaching years at Washington College and Washington and Lee University from 1866-1875.

Dates: 1860 - 1875
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

New Orleans Volunteer Trip for Hurricane Katrina Cleanup Collection

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0159
Scope and Contents This collection of materials relates to the February 2007 trip organized by Marguerite McClinton, Director of Elrod Commons and Campus Activities, in conjunction with the Office of Disaster Response for the Episcopal Diocese of Louisana, in which W&L students travelled to New Orleans to help with disaster relief efforts after Hurricane Katrina. It contains information about New Orleans, original volunteer agreements and releases, a letter from the Diocese to McClinton thanking her for...
Dates: 2007
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Norman Franklin Lord Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0255
Scope and Contents

These Papers include Lord's correspondence, class outlines, and tests, as well as sports-related articles collected by Lord.

Dates: Inclusive 1946-2000; Majority of material found within Bulk 1970-2000
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

Ollinger Crenshaw Correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0262
Scope and Contents This collection consists of correspondence to Robert McLean Jeter, Jr., an alumnus of the Washington and Lee University class of 1941. The letters cover issues regarding curricula, faculty, and faculty social life at Washington and Lee University, including curricular changes under Dean James Leyburn and the administration of University President Fred Carrington Cole (1959-1967). Other topics include integration, World War II and the Vietnam War, and publication of Crenshaw's ...
Dates: Inclusive 1939-1969
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives

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