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Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007275], Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Identifies some of the characteristic fall activities on campus, including Homecoming Weekend, the Trustees autumn meeting, and Parent's Weekend. Notes the success of both the undergraduate and the law students post-midterm grades. Wilson also expands on the new idea of cross-registered courses for undergraduates and law students, and is impressed by the work product. Notes some expanding academic departments, and the progress of the Lenfest center. Wilson identifies the need of increasing...
Dates:
1989-11-09
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007276], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Starts with a personal note regarding college football, and expresses his disdain for the business of college sports, and stresses the importance of academics and scholarship. He remarks on how 'refreshing' the University's balance of sports and academics is. Remarks on the speed at which the year has gone by, and notes his love and appreciation for the campus, a 'hypnotic combination of things'
Dates:
1990-01-05
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007277], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Describes the Fancy Dress event, and the wrapping up of the admissions process, as well as the significantly increased number of applicants to the Law School. Remarks on the slow and steady progress of the restoration of the fraternity houses as well as the process of finding housemothers. Speaks of the endowment of the University in comparison to others, but Wilson says he has faith in its ability to grow. Comments on the repairs needed to the old folk sculpture of George Washington, but...
Dates:
1990-03-20
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007278], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Comments on the success of the most recent reunion weekend, as well as the resulting financial gift and projects. Goes into detail of the activities of the alumni of the University. Also notes the success of the tennis team and the lacrosse season, including the W&L victory over VMI. Remarks about the positive outlook for Admissions. Notes the start of the fraternity renovations, both the cultural and building revitalization. Finishes on a positive note regarding the University and the...
Dates:
1990-05-15
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007279], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
This letter contains no actual note from John Wilson, but rather is a photocopied article from Fortune magazine titled, Where the CEO's Went to College. The article identifies Washington and Lee as a school capable of producing executives and successful individuals.
Dates:
1990-06-15
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007280], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
: Comments on the rapid speed of the academic year, and the academic rigors of W&L. Notes that the basketball team is struggling despite a group of talented seniors, though he notes that the wrestlers and swimmers are doing well. Admissions are up, though Wilson notes that high school graduates are down. Remarks on the success of the fraternity renovations and the continuing effort to restore these buildings. Wilson admits that Lenfest is behind schedule in its construction, but promises...
Dates:
1990-12-04
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007281], Folder: 7
Scope and Contents
Starts with a personal touch about the start of Washington Week Break. Notes the tuition for the 1991-92 school year, but explains that this figure may be impeding for some families and also addresses the scholarship endowment and its growth and priority. Also notes the importance of the overall endowment fund and the need of a 'stronger permanent financial foundation.' Highlights another impressive year in admissions as well as the caliber and competitive nature. The Lenfest Center is now...
Dates:
1991-02-20
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007282], Folder: 7
Scope and Contents
Remarks on the declining financial support of the University's counterparts, yet makes it clear that the University enters the 'new year in a vibrant condition'. Notes the sudden death of Professor Minor Rodgers, a member of the Department of Religion on campus. Includes an update on the landscaping of the Lenfest Center, the new addition to Lewis Hall, the near completion of the Fraternity Renaissance, and the donation, by Elizabeth Watson, of a collection of oriental artifacts to be housed...
Dates:
1991-09-06
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007283], Folder: 8
Scope and Contents
: Starts with a note about the weather, and tells of Oscar Arias's recent visit to Lee Chapel – the former President of Costa Rica and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize and identifies other noteworthy future visitors to campus as well as to VMI. Carefully notes the development of the Fraternity Renaissance and also reports on the sorority rush process, including the introduction of Pi Beta Phi. Also remarks on the record-setting number of applicant pools. Notes February as the start of the...
Dates:
1992-01-24
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007284], Folder: 8
Scope and Contents
Writes a few days after Commencement, and remarks on the high retention rate, around 90%, for the University – an indication on the bond students feel for the school. Notes the tragic death of Lisa Corwin and Wilson's upcoming trip to English with his wife Anne. Upon return, Wilson intends to fully dedicate himself to the success of the Campaign for Washington and Lee and notes the necessity of its success.
Dates:
1992-06-16
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007267], Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
Writing to Libby and Bill Gottwald following Commencement, describes Lexington as experiencing the 'mass exodus' yet describes his busy schedule of University business, including finding a replacement for Law School Dean Rick Kirgis and receiving the funding necessary for a micro-computer lab in the School of Commerce, the restoration of Morris House, development of a new arts center, an increase in both applications and the Annual Fund. Yet Wilson also identifies what still needs to be done...
Dates:
1987-06-15
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007268], Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
Starts with a personal touch, remarks that Gaines Hall is open and occupied though adds humorously that 'we didn't remember to put a party room in the basement,' and Gilliam House also is newly renovated and occupied. Wilson makes it clear that the freshman class is doing exceedingly well, and also notes that the retention rate increases every year. Also mentions a fundraiser where campus fraternity Sigma Nu raffled off the President's office for a day and Wilson was forced to attend the...
Dates:
1987-11-17
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007269], Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Describes the beginning of Washington Break, updates the Gottwald's of the Board's decision to fix tuition at $8,900. Notes that after 2 years of coeducation, retention rates were increasingly rapidly and as a result the incoming freshman class would have to be reduced. Also addresses the issue of the decrepit frat houses, and the process and cost of renovations, but expresses his commitment in solving this problem. Notes that while Gaines Hall is occupied, it is not finished. Wilson also...
Dates:
1988-02-15
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007270], Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Describes the end of the year as Commencement approaches. Describes the reunion of the Classes of '38 and '63 and their generous monetary donations. Describes the keynote speech of Philippe Labro ('58). Also adds details on the sports program, specifically the upcoming national tennis championships. Notes that on the following afternoon members of the Gaines family will help the University dedicate Gaines Hall. Also goes into detail regarding his upcoming sabbatical leave and his trip to ...
Dates:
1988-05-16
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000007291], Folder: 10
Scope and Contents
Notes the incoming spring, as well as the continuing research of the Reeves Center, specifically the Chinese Export porcelain collection yet also touches on the lack of funding needed to adequately complete these projects. Highlights the Reeves center as an objective academic resource as well as a staple of the University community. Also touches on the influx of art being gifted to the center. Letter also includes a hand written personal note at the bottom.
Dates:
1994-04-04
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005317], Folder: 32
Scope and Contents
This file consists of a letter written by W. F. Day of Knoxville, Tn., to the Rockbridge Walker Club inquiring about genealogy.
Dates:
1936
Scope and Contents
In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade. A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.
Dates:
1869-03-30
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 35101013591537], Folder: 5
Description
This folder contains a facsimile of the original letter which is housed separately to the rest of the collection. This item as been digitized.
Dates:
1798 June 17
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005317], Folder: 12
Scope and Contents
This file consists of a letter written by the Committee on Unemployed. Mrs. Eliza Walker was the chairman and Mrs. Virginia Gilliam was the secretary. They wrote to white citizens in Lexington asking them to assist in finding more work opportunities. No date included.
Dates:
Inclusive 1910-1975; Majority of material found within Bulk 1910-1940
Item — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000000129], Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Items in the collection include a scrapbook, a bound volume of the Ring-Tum Phi, a book of pressed leaves, Miller family birth records, photographs of Lexington and Campbell family members, newspapers, and personal letters.
Dates:
June 19, 1870
Item — Scrapbook Jacob Fuller, Item: 5, Doc. 21
Abstract
Short business letter from unknown source in Alexandria, VA regarding purchase of corn.
Dates:
1861-02-12
Abstract
Unidentified fragment mentions "Laura and Cecilia are in San Aontonio or near there..."
Dates:
Digitized: 1861-11-29
Abstract
Describes Lippitt situation at home: "I find it quite lonely with no white person about the house." Also: "Even Mr. Lincoln seems to have gotten over his fear of assassination having ordered some of the troops back to the North. The only thing of interest transpiring here except the withdrawal of the troops from Fort Sumter, is the terrible rush for office."
Dates:
1861-03-11
Item — Scrapbook Jacob Fuller, Item: 3, Doc. 13
Abstract
Contains extracts from meeting of Presbytery [Index No. 13]
Dates:
1783-03-13
