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Ross, Caroline (Barnes). Scrapbook, 1901-1905

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Document
Date
1901-1906
Description
This scrapbook covers Caroline (Barnes) Ross' four years at Vassar, from 1901 to 1905. She included documents from campus events (such as the Sophomore Party, Mohonk trip, Dome Party, commencement, Class Day, Founder's Day, debates, opening the Senior Parlor, and the dedication of the Chapel), plays (particularly by the Philalethean Society), concerts, academics and examinations, and her social life both on and off campus (dance cards, place cards, and invitations). Barnes was popular at Vassar and preserved notes, poems, and valentines sent among her friends, as well as their correspondence during her stays in the Infirmary and a medical leave. She participated in the Christian Association and included programs from their receptions, prayer meetings, and courses in Bible Study and Mission Study. Barnes' mother also attended Vassar [Lucy (Sellers) Barnes (VC 1875)] and Barnes was active in the V. C. Granddaughters Society. She was a talented athlete, serving as president of the Athletic Association during her senior year, and saved newspaper clippings about her breaking campus records. She provided information about the annual tennis tournament, class basketball teams, and Field Day, such as programs and coverage by external newspapers.
Extent
116 p.
Genre
Subject (Corporate Body)
Identifier
vassar:62684
Local Identifier
VC 1905
Rights
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