Matthew Vassar Papers
to Sarah L. Stilson, 4 May 1867
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Matthew Vassar, founder of Vassar College, was born in the County of Norfolk, England, emigrated with his parents and other family members to Dutchess County, N.Y., in 1796. Vassar College was chartered in 1861 and opened its doors to students in 1865. It was not the first venture in higher education for women, but the extensive advertising and publicity for the college brought the question of women's education to popular attention with greater force than ever before. Matthew Vassar strongly believed in women's mental capacity, in proving that woman's mind was equal to man's; and he intended that his college should both prove that point and prepare women to live in the modern world.Digital Library
Matthew Vassar Papers
Matthew Vassar Papers
Matthew Vassar Papers
to Sarah L. Stilson, 8 May 1866
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May 8, 1866
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Matthew Vassar Papers
to Sarah L. Stilson, [13 Jun] 1867
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June 13, 1867
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Matthew Vassar Papers
to Susan B. Anthony, 13 Nov 1860
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November 13, 1860
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to the honorable Committee appointed to inspect the miniature statue of the Founder of Vassar College, 18 December 1867
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Letter to the committee charged with erecting a statue of Matthew Vassar, urging a speedy start, and offering funds for its completion. Written on the verso of a 12 December 1867 letter to Elias Magoon.
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to V.C. Board of Trustees, letter from O. Murphy to Trustees, 16 Sep 1863
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September 16, 1863
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Certifying that, upon reaching proper age, Elocy Kate Murphy will receive a free education at Vassar College
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Matthew Vassar Papers
to William Kelly (draft), [24] Mar 1864
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March 24, 1864
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Chiefly about controversy with Jewett
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Matthew Vassar Papers
to William Kelly, 24 Mar 1864
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March 24, 1864
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Chiefly about controversy with Jewett
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Matthew Vassar Papers
to William Warner, Esq., 20 Jul1864
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July 20, 1864
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Concerning entrance of Mr.Warner's daughters.
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Matthew Vassar Papers
to [W. J. W. Draw]
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Handwritten admission ticket to the College; undated
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Vassar College Farm: Inventory of Matthew Vassar's personal property
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