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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.
Ephraim Quinby, Jr.
Ephraim Quinby, Jr., one of Wooster’s richest and most prominent citizens in the late 19th century. He not only led the effort to build the University, but donated the land for the new school.
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.
The Black Students' Manifesto
The Black Students' Manifesto, known more commonly as the Black Manifesto, listed the concerns of the collective Black student community on campus and proposed solutions to address those concerns. It has served as a measure of the Black community's…
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.
"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.
"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.
"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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
Original Letter from Andrew Carnegie to President Holden Congratulating Him on Reaching the Requirements to Receive $100, 000 1902
Andrew Carnegie wrote personally to President Holden once he was informed that the University met his requirements. He pledged to follow through by paying $100,000 and said his cashier would send the check.
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.
Dr. Lord's Inauguration
Front page of transcript of Dr. Lord's Inaugural Address
Front Page of President Lord's Inaugural Address, 1870
Front page of a pamphlet recording President Lord's Inaugural Address.
"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."
University of Wooster's First President, Dr. Willis Lord
Photo of Dr. Willis Lord, the University of Wooster's first president.
The First President of the University of Wooster, Dr. Willis Lord
Photo of Dr. Willis Lord, the University of Wooster's first president.
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…
Letter from Howard Irish to Lucy Notestein Concerning Annie B. Irish's Life 1931
Howard Irish, Annie’s brother, described her life including her studies at Johns Hopkins University. Their father, O.H. Irish, served as Consul General in Saxony, which is where she studied German and French Literature. She eventually worked as a…
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.
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.
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.
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.
Transcript of Speeches Given by Dean J. Garber Drushal and President Howard Lowry on Herman Freedlander's Honorary Degree 1964
Lowry and Garber Drushal spoke of Herman’s fondness for helping children and his invaluable contributions to the community. Traditionally only faculty and trustees were part of the vote, but students and faculty wanted to honor Herman as well.
Article in The Daily Record "Merchant Happy About Degree; Wants No Fuss" 1964
The Daily Record interviewed Herman and he was honored but had wanted to keep it secret. The store and the college had a long standing relationship with many of the students and their parents shopping at Freedlander’s.
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.
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 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.