VMI Scrapbooks Collection
Collection
Identifier: RG-05-Scrapbooks
Scrapbooks of newspaper clippings providing a chronological view of VMI activities, events. Categories include general topics; sports, and special topics. From the 1950's forward these were compiled by the Public Relations staff; prior to that date they originated with various other employees, including the Librarian Nellie Gibbs. The Gibbs sometimes contain photographs pasted to pages.
General VMI Topics: 1845-1981; Sports/Athletics, 1920-1972; Special Topics: Hazing death of Thurber Sweet, 1915; firing of Professor Robert Kerlin, 1921; VMI Centennial, 1939; Glee Club, 1966-1967; Marshall Library Dedication, 1964.
Dates
- 1845 - 1981
Creator
- Gibbs, Nellie Tracy, 1868-1948 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions
Conditions Governing Use
Many scrapbooks are too large to be photocopied or scanned. Digital photography is allowed.
Extent
30 cubic feet
Biographical / Historical
These scrapbooks were created by VMI offices. They are distinct from cadet compiled personal scrapbooks.
Physical Location
Archives Stacks, Oversized shelving
Repository Details
Part of the Virginia Military Institute Archives Repository
