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This collection of finding aids describe items in both the Virginia B. Smith Memorial Manuscript Collection and the College Archives. The Virginia B. Smith Memorial Manuscript Collection is named after the eighth president of Vassar College, whose vision for the library included the addition of personal papers of a number of key literary figures. The holdings range from medieval illuminated manuscripts to modern manuscripts, and include over 500 collections of Vassar College graduates, faculty, and others affiliated with the college. The Vassar College Archives documents the history of the College from its founding in 1861 to the present. It includes publications, administrative records, meeting minutes, architectural drawings, photograph and audiovisual collections, subject files, artifacts, and other materials. For more information please visit the Archives & Special Collections Library website here: https://library.vassar.edu/specialcollections/

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Guide to the Ann Imbrie Papers, 1950-2006

Collection Title
Ann Imbrie Papers
Creator
Imbrie, Ann E. (Ann Elizabeth)
Abstract
Materials relating to Imbrie's work as a writer and professor of English. There is some additional material relating to her personal life. Of particular note are Imbrie's letters home from Smith College and the University of North Carolina, letters from her friend John M. Randall while he was serving in Vietnam, and Imbrie's research material and drafts for .
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Guide to the Anna Davis Hallowell Papers, approximately 1883

Collection Title
Anna Davis Hallowell Papers
Creator
Hallowell, Anna Davis, 1838-
Abstract
Three manuscripts: one from the book she edited on her maternal grandparents, , published in 1884; one undated manuscript article on Lydia Maria Child; and one address read before the Medford Women's Club on James and Lucretia Mott.
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Guide to the Anne Gardner Edna St. Vincent Millay Collection, 1917-circa 1952

Collection Title
Anne Gardner Edna St. Vincent Millay Collection,
Creator
Millay, Edna St. Vincent, 1892-1950
Abstract
Correspondence, manuscripts, photographs, printed material, scrapbook documenting Anne Gardner's friendship with Edna St. Vincent Millay.
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Guide to the Anne Robbins Papers, 1827-1936

Collection Title
Anne Robbins Papers
Creator
Robbins, Anne
Abstract
Original journal from a trip through Europe in the summer of 1827. Also includes an edited typescript of the journal, Robbins' passport, ca. 1827; and a photograph of the Stewart estate near Ipswich, Suffolk, England.
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Guide to the Antonio Márquez Papers, 1877-2010 (bulk 1932-2010)

Collection Title
Antonio Márquez Papers
Creator
Márquez, Antonio, 1923-
Abstract
Collection includes correspondence,
subject files, research notes and associated correspondence. Files hold typescripts,
manuscripts and drafts. Journals and diaries include poetry and sketches. Press
clippings document reviews of Márquez’s writings. Collection also includes some
photographic documentation relating to Márquez’s personal and professional life.
Personal papers contain some correspondence, academic administrative papers, as well
as family genealogy documentation.
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Guide to the Arthur H. Groten Poster Stamp Collection, circa 1900-1985

Collection Title
Arthur H. Groten Poster Stamp Collection
Creator
Groten, Arthur H. (collector)
Abstract
Fourteen albums of poster stamps, arranged roughly alphabetically by country, with a final volume at the end with the stamps of Ludwig Hohlwein. Also includes two volumes of matchbox labels.
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Guide to the Artistic Autographs Collection, 1800-1869

Collection Title
Artistic Autographs Collection
Abstract
A set of correpondence to and from various artists, art collectors and art dealers. Correspondents include Elias Magoon and John Britton.
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Guide to the Autograph Files, 1669-1995

Collection Title
Autograph Files
Abstract
Letters, manuscripts,
speeches, poems, and other items, primarily resulting from an official connection
with Vassar College, written by Vassar students, faculty or staff, or by persons of historical
and cultural significance.
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Guide to the Bannon McHenry-James Merrill Collection, circa 1971-2001

Collection Title
Bannon McHenry-James Merrill Collection
Creator
McHenry, Bannon
Abstract
The Bannon McHenry-James Merrill
Collection contains materials pertaining to poet James Merrill, collected by his
friend and neighbor, Bannon McHenry (VC 1952). The collection contains
correspondence, ephemera, photographs, printed material, and writings of James
Merrill.
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Guide to the Barbara Beisinghoff Collection, approximately 2000-2005

Collection Title
Barbara Beisinghoff Collection
Creator
Beisinghoff, Barbara, 1945-
Abstract
6 of Beisinghoff's art pieces inspired by Christa Wolf’s
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Guide to the Barbara Gair Scheiber Papers, 1942-1945

Collection Title
Barbara Gair Scheiber Papers
Creator
Scheiber, Barbara Gair
Abstract
Correspondence, news clippings, manuscripts and photographs relating to Scheiber's work with classmates Juliet Fleischl and Mary Draper in Clarion, Iowa, during World War II.
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Guide to the Barbara S. Buckley Papers, 1941-1959

Collection Title
Barbara S. Buckley Papers
Creator
Buckley, Barbara S.
Abstract
Collection consists primarily of musical compositions, both original manuscripts and copy prints, as well as a small volume of correspondence, press clippings, writings and biographical documentation.
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Guide to the Barbara Swain Papers, approximately 1926-1965

Collection Title
Barbara Swain Papers
Creator
Swain, Barbara, 1898-
Abstract
Class materials, presumably from Swain's teaching career at Vassar College.
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Guide to the Beatrice S. Cosmey Papers, 1928-1930

Collection Title
Beatrice S. Cosmey Papers
Creator
Cosmey, Beatrice S.
Abstract
The collection consists of Beatrice
Cosmey's memoirs of her travels and teaching experience in India through
correspondence from Beatrice Cosmey to her family and friends, as well as a
scrapbook.
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Guide to the Benét Family Papers, 1803-1970

Collection Title
Benét Family Papers
Creator
Benét Family
Abstract
Correspondence, manuscripts,
clippings, journals, business and legal documents and photographic prints relating
the Benét Family’s personal, professional, and creative activity. A significant
volume of the collection contains correspondence between family members, including
letters to and from Stephen Vincent Benét and William Rose Benét. The collection
includes manuscript drafts by Laura Benét, as well as some ephemera and printed
material collected by the family.
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Guide to the Benson J. Lossing Papers, 1861-1891

Collection Title
Benson J. Lossing Papers
Creator
Lossing, Benson J. (Benson John), 1813-1891
Abstract
Correspondence concerning Vassar College activities, speeches, and engagements with Lyman Abbott, Nathan Bishop, Stephan M. Buckingham, Charles S. Farrar, Milo P. Jewett, Maria Mitchell, John H. Raymond, Lucy M. Salmon, James Monroe Taylor, Matthew Vassar, and Henry Van Ingen, with some family correspondence. Other items include his notes from a trip to Washington, D.C. in 1861, and miscellaneous programs.
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Guide to the Beverly Coyle Papers, circa 1800-2016 (bulk 1952-2016)

Collection Title
Beverly Coyle Papers
Creator
Coyle, Beverly
Abstract
Collection includes manuscripts,
professional and personal correspondence, subject files, teaching files, publicity
and press clippings. Files hold typescripts, handwritten notes and drafts, as well
as academic notebooks. Family papers in the collection include correspondence, press
clippings, photographs and family history files, including some genealogy
documentation. Press clippings include reviews of Coyle's writings, as well as
clippings regarding selected family members. Collection contains photographic
prints, CDs, DVDs, as well as audio and video cassettes.
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Guide to the Bliss Carman Papers, approximately 1888-1926

Collection Title
Bliss Carman Papers
Creator
Carman, Bliss, 1861-1929
Abstract
Correspondence, manuscripts, photographs, a scrapbook and other material relating to the life and work of the poet, Bliss Carman.
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Guide to the Blodgett Family Account Books, 1895-1976

Collection Title
Blodgett Family Account Books
Creator
Blodgett, Minnie A. Cumnock, 1862-1931
Abstract
A collection of account books relating to the Blodgett family, primarily describing household affairs and expenses. The majority of the books were kept by Katherine Blodgett Hadley (VC 1920), two of the books were kept by Minnie Cumnock Blodgett (VC 1884), and the final book is undated and entitled “Gregory and Vail Hay Book” and inscribed with “From the [Dear?] Library, Fishkill Village.”
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Guide to the Bookplate Collection, approximately 1890-1955

Collection Title
Bookplate Collection
Creator
Underhill, Adelaide, 1860-1936
Abstract
The Vassar College Bookplate Collection consists of over 5000 items, most of which are mounted and indexed by type and name of owner and by designer, if prominent.
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