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Centennial negative collection

 Collection
Identifier: 013.CeN

Abstract

The Centennial Negative collection contains glass plate negatives that were used in an exhibit in 1949 to celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Michigan State Normal School. The images include several campus buildings, as well as portraits of Adonijah Strong Welch, the first Principal of the school and John D. Pierce. Most of the glass plate negatives are photostat images of original photographs or drawings. The collection is arranged alphabetically and contains two series: Campus Buildings and Individuals. Records date from 1949.

Dates

  • Creation: 1949 - 1949

Conditions Governing Access

Researchers are asked to request materials 24 hours prior to visiting the the University Archives.

Extent

0.4 Linear Feet (1 negative box)

Language of Materials

English

Title
Centennial negative collection
Status
Completed
Author
Natalie Morath, Elizabeth Searls
Date
2013 January 24
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Eastern Michigan University Archives Repository

Contact:
Bruce T. Halle Library, Room 310
955 West Circle Drive
Ypsilanti Michigan 48197
734-487-2673