Vassar College Student Diaries
Stilson, Sarah L. Diary, 1865-1869
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1865-1869
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Abstract
Brief description of the opening day of Vassar, including the first meal, first religious services, and first examinations of students. Mentions of the founding of the Philalethean Society, a lecture from Dr. Raymond about girls flirting with boys at the lake, Thanksgiving, the first Founder's Day
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