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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 Nicholas B. Scheetz Collection, approximately 9th-18th century

Collection Title
Nicholas B. Scheetz Collection
Creator
Scheetz, Nicholas B.
Abstract
Leaves, fragments, and codices of
manuscripts, some illuminated, primarily in Latin, from a variety of sources.
Collection includes one printed item from the late 15th century and one stenciled
item from the 18th century.
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Guide to the Norris Houghton Papers, 1915-1998

Collection Title
Norris Houghton Papers
Creator
Houghton, Norris
Abstract
Correspondence, manuscripts, typescripts, playbills, contracts, clippings, photographs, and memorabilia documenting the life and theatrical career of Norris Houghton.
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Guide to the Office of the President Records, Alan Simpson Files, 1949-1979

Collection Title
Office of the President Records, Alan Simpson Files
Creator
Simpson, Alan, 1912-1998
Abstract
Materials related to the work of the Vassar College's Office of the President during the tenure of Alan Simpson. The collection includes typical day-to-day administrative records, as well as documents related to noteworthy issues and events from the Simpson Era (1964-1977).
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Guide to the Office of the President Records, Frances D. Fergusson Files, 1951-2011 (bulk 1986-2006)

Collection Title
Office of the President Records, Frances D. Fergusson Files
Creator
Fergusson, Frances D. (Frances Daly)
Abstract
Records of the Office of the President of Vassar College during the tenure of Frances D. Fergusson, 1986-2006.
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Guide to the Office of the President Records, Sarah Gibson Blanding Files, 1911-1977 (bulk 1946-1964)

Collection Title
Office of the President Records, Sarah Gibson Blanding Files
Creator
Blanding, Sarah Gibson, 1898-1985
Abstract
Records of the Vassar College Office of the President during the administration of Sarah Gibson Blanding, 1946-1964. Includes correspondence, memoranda, clippings, articles, speeches, and press releases from Blanding's time at Vassar, including those concerning women's education, academic freedom, 1950's politics, her stand against Congressional investigation of Communist influence in education, her introduction to Adlai Stevenson on a radio program, and her 1962 statement on pre-marital sex and Vassar students.
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Guide to the Office of the President Records, Virginia B. Smith Files, 1950-2010 (bulk 1977-1986)

Collection Title
Office of the President Records, Virginia B. Smith Files
Abstract
Materials related to the work of the Vassar College's Office of the President during the tenure of Virginia B. Smith. The collection includes typical day-to-day administrative records, as well as documents related to noteworthy issues and events from the Smith Era (1977-1986).
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Guide to the Oscar Serlin Collection of George Bernard Shaw Materials, 1920-2006 (bulk 1920-1951)

Collection Title
Oscar Serlin Collection of George Bernard Shaw Materials
Creator
Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950.
Abstract
Portraits of George Bernard Shaw, as well as photographs, framed materials, notes, and memorabilia relating to Shaw.
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Guide to the Pamela Askew Papers, approximately 1950-1980

Collection Title
Pamela Askew Papers
Creator
Askew, Pamela
Abstract
Lecture notes, manuscripts, typescripts, correspondence, research materials documenting the academic career of Pamela Askew.
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Guide to the Papyrus Collection, 251 B.C.E. - 3rd century C.E.

Collection Title
Papyrus Collection
Abstract
Twelve examples of papyri dating from 251 B.C.E. to the 3rd century C.E. and originating from sites in Oxyrhynchus, Fayum, and Hibeh.
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Guide to the Paul Russell Papers, approximately 1991, 1998

Collection Title
Paul Russell Papers
Abstract
Manuscript and typescript drafts of the novels and .
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Guide to the Paulina Wright Davis Papers, 1843-1890

Collection Title
Paulina Wright Davis Papers
Creator
Davis, Paulina W. (Paulina Wright), 1813-1876
Abstract
61 letters, mainly incoming (with
typewritten copies), 17 manuscripts, 2 travel diaries (attributed to Davis' niece)
and miscellaneous papers.
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Guide to the Portrait Collection, 1673-1962

Collection Title
Portrait Collection
Abstract
Artificial collection of portraits of significant figures in history, literature and the arts.
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Guide to the Printed Illustrations of Oxford and Oxfordshire
Collection, approximately 1600-1908

Collection Title
Printed Illustrations of Oxford and
Oxfordshire Collection
Abstract
Collection of printed illustrations
of Oxford and Oxfordshire.
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Guide to the Printed Leaves Collection, 1475-1905

Collection Title
Printed Leaves Collection
Abstract
An artificial collection of printed leaves, including leaves separated from incunabula as well as later works.
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Guide to the Priscilla Morgan Papers, 1910-2014 (bulk 1945-2014)

Collection Title
Priscilla Morgan Papers
Creator
Morgan, Priscilla, 1919-2014
Abstract
This collection documents the career and collaborative efforts of Priscilla Morgan, a New York-based international arts administrator, producer, and emissary of arts and culture. The collection contains correspondence, manuscripts, subject files, travel files, maps, and photograph albums.
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Guide to the Priscilla Robertson Papers, 1889-2000

Collection Title
Priscilla Robertson Papers
Creator
Robertson, Priscilla Smith
Abstract
Personal and professional correspondence, photographs, publications, diaries, teaching materials, and research materials author, professor, historian and former chairwoman of the Kentucky Civil Liberties Union.
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Guide to the Priscilla Tremper Leith Papers, 1974-1988

Collection Title
Priscilla Tremper Leith Papers
Creator
Leith, Priscilla Marie Tremper, 1935-
Abstract
Correspondence, reports and other materials relating primarily to Leith’s work with the National Organization for Women.
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Guide to the Rebecca Lawrence Lowrie Papers, 1846-1996 (bulk 1909-1977)

Collection Title
Rebecca Lawrence Lowrie Papers
Creator
Lowrie, Rebecca Lawrence, 1891-1975
Abstract
The bulk of the collection consists
of Lowrie's manuscripts of published and unpublished book reviews, 1934-1952. Other
items include correspondence relating to Vassar College, her work as a book
reviewer, responses to her reviews, her health, comments on people and politics,
popular culture, her dogs, and other personal issues. There is also family and
biographical material, her Christmas card collection, and other items.
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Guide to the Richard Wilson Papers, 1965-2018

Collection Title
Richard Wilson Papers
Creator
Wilson, Richard, 1941-
Abstract
Correspondence and course materials documenting the personal and professional life of Richard Wilson.
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Guide to the Richmond John Rathbone Collection of Rare Maps, 1550-1798

Collection Title
Richmond John Rathbone Collection of Rare Maps
Creator
Rathbone, Richmond John
Abstract
Collection of maps, atlas pages, and documents depicting the Western Hemisphere, globe, and regions of North America from the 16th to 18th centuries. Also included is a military commission for Daniel Rathbun, Jr., signed by New York governor John Jay in 1798.
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