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Nellie Straw Scrapbook

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: SC-131

Scope and Contents

The Nellie Straw (1904) scrapbook is composed of stiff black construction paper, now completely dis-attached from its binding. The "scraps" are glued directly onto the cover, and filling every page for the remainder of the book. Items include holiday cards, poems, notes to friends, invitations to recitals and literary society functions, drawings. In addition are various Wheaton College publications, such as financial reports, rulebooks and commencement programs. It measures 14 x 11.

Dates

  • Created: 1904-1908
  • Other: Majority of material found in 1904-1908

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

There are no specific restrictions on this collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Duplication may be restricted if copying could cause damage to items.

Extent

1 scrapbook

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement Note

The collection is arranged by series with folder level control.

Method of Acquisition

Gift

Title
Nellie Straw Scrapbook
Author
Buswell Library Special Collections Staff
Date
2008
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Roman Script

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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