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Old Main Building, 1884
Photo taken for a "Rep. for Frick," of the original Old Main Building. Presumably, this is one of the photos that encouraged Henry Clay Frick to donate money to build a library for the new, Christian school.
Photographic drawing of the original Old Main building from close up
Artwork depicting the original Old Main academic building on the University of Wooster's campus.
Bitter's Bottle, 1966
A sketch of the original Old Main building, focusing on the awkward middle section that the townspeople nicknamed "Bitter's Bottle," because it looked so much like a pill bottle.
Portrait of Louis H. Severance
Portrait of Louis H. Severance, trustee of the University of Wooster, circa 1910
Photograph of Remains of Old Main Building After Fire 1901
The photograph shows just how little remained of the campus’ main academic building after a fire ravaged the structure in 1901.
Photograph of Old Main Building the Morning After it Burned Down 1901
The main academic building on campus burned down early in the morning in mid December 1901. Students and faculty could only watch in horror as the fire destroyed the building.
Photograph of Annie B. Irish's Gravestone at the Wooster Cemetery
Students, faculty, and trustees paid for the monument that paid tribute to both sisters’ accomplishments and contributions to the University.
The First President of the University of Wooster, Dr. Willis Lord
Photo of Dr. Willis Lord, the University of Wooster's first president.
University of Wooster's First President, Dr. Willis Lord
Photo of Dr. Willis Lord, the University of Wooster's first president.
"The University and the Students"
Article in the Wayne County Democrat attacking the Wooster Weekly Republican for their pessimistic attitude toward the University of Wooster.
"The University Boys Are Full of Fun"
A playful blurb from the Wooster Democrat three years after the University opened its doors indicates the town’s response to the new school.
Building Proposals for the University of Wooster, 1868
This advertisement in the Wayne County Democrat from February 13, 1868 shows the urgency to build a university, and the Trustees’ feelings that the school should be built by Wooster citizens.
"Let the Tree of Knowledge be just as accessible as God has made the Tree of Life."
Part of Dr. Lord's speech when he reveals that the University "shall be open to students of both the sexes."
Front Page of President Lord's Inaugural Address, 1870
Front page of a pamphlet recording President Lord's Inaugural Address.
Dr. Lord's Inauguration
Front page of transcript of Dr. Lord's Inaugural Address
Resolutions taken by The Young Women's Christian Association after Deaths of Mary and Annie Irish Flyer circa 1886
The association lamented the loss of their bible teacher, Mary Irish, and resolved to always remember the sisters’ exemplary personalities.
Special Edition of The Wooster Voice About the 1901 Fire
The Special Edition describes the story of the fire and how the college responded. A lengthy section was devoted to listing how many people and organizations had donated and how people could continue to help.
Announcement of the Willard Literary Society in The Wooster Voice 1901
The Willard Society, an all-female literary group, gave accounts of their previous meetings each week in The Wooster Voice. Their announcements included the names of the different talks and reviews and the names of the women who gave them.
"Students Stage Sit-In At Galpin"
This is an article from the Wooster Daily Record on April 20, 1989. It covered the protest, now known as the Galpin Takeover, put on by both Black and white students after a series of violent incidences against people of color on campus. Noted as a…
Article in The University Voice, "Together Asleep: Death of Miss Mary Irish- Memorial Services in Chapel" 1886
The article discusses President Scovel’s address at the university chapel for Mary Irish, who was a student at the University before she became ill. The tight bond between the sisters was remarked upon and Annie B. Irish took care of Mary until her…
The Daily Record Article "Freedlander is Honored By College" 1960
The article describes President Lowry’s remarks during a university chapel service for Herman. Lowry reflected on his personal relationship with Herman and gave him a plaque to celebrate his 80th birthday.
Portrait of Annie B. Irish
This portrait of Annie B. Irish was probably done soon after she accepted the position of Professor of German Literature and Language at the University of Wooster.
Talk Given About Annie B. Irish by Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens 1997
The talk included music and stories about Annie B. Irish’ life and honored her accomplishments as a scholar.
Severance Hall, College of Wooster
View of Severance Hall (chemistry), constructed in 1902, from the academic quad of the College of Wooster
President Holden's Autobiography, Selections of the 1901 Fire and Rebuilding 1932
President Holden wrote his autobiography for his children in 1932 and it featured an extensive portion on his time as the President of the College of Wooster. He focused on the difficulties he ran into as he desperately tried to find donors for…
Form Letter from President Holden Thanking Subscribers for Donating to Rebuilding Efforts 1902
In the letter, President Holden thanked people for donations and informed them that they had helped meet the conditions set forth by Andrew Carnegie, which allowed the University to receive $100,000.
President Holden's Form Letter Asking for Donations After Old Main Fire 1902
In the letter, President Holden is soliciting donations from the University community and town to rebuild, while also alluding to an anonymous donor who was eventually revealed.
John Kauke
John Kauke, one of Wooster’s prominent citizens. He was one of the leaders of a money-raising campaign to build the University of Wooster.
Reasin Beall Stibbs
Reasin Beall Stibbs was the son-in-law of Reasin Beall. He was also one of the men who lead the charge for a Christian University.
Section 13, Lot 555: Annie B. Irish
Annie B. Irish: This woman served as the University of Wooster’s first female professor, starting in 1882.