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Accession #MU2016/15
TopicFriermood, David: Collection,
KeywordsFaculty/Staff,
TitleThe Collection of David Friermood
SubtitleFaculty/Staff
LocationIS, Unit #8, RA (Rare Articles Shelves) in order of Accession Number. Elements of collection have been placed with similar materials and locations are noted following description.
CitationThe Collection of David Friermood, MU2016/15, Archives and Brethren Historical Collection, Funderburg Library, Manchester University, North Manchester, Indiana.
AccessResearchers are responsible for determining copyright status of archived materials where this is relevant to their intended use of the materials.
ProvenanceCollection of the Archives. Most materials obtained from David Friermood's brother, Jim Friermood, following the event of David's death.
Scope and Content

Materials collected by David Friermood and his family:

Guest Book from Dave Friermood's retirement celebration that was also shared by two other retirees, Linda Richards and Pat Weller.

DVD - "Eel River Dam Removal, A Story of Collaboration and Success," (Manchester University). Digital copy made by MU Dpt. of Instructional Technologies October 2016 and located on Archives' Network [W] in folder titled [Collections[ then by [Friermood] and accession number. DVD located in Friermood Box.

Digital video of the alumni Honors Banquet 6 June 2005. Warren Garner and President Jo Young Switzer present award. MP4 copy located on Archives' Network [W] in folder titled [Alumni Events]. Video discarded after MP4 copy created.

Digital video of A Cappella Alumni Concert 8 October 2004 at Wine Recital Hall. MP4 copy located on Archives' Network [W] in folder titled [Historical Movies Media]. Digital video discarded after MP4 file was created.

Digital video of Wine Recital Hall Dedication 9 October 2004.  Daughter of Norman and Grace Wine (MC alumni), and an alumna herself, Madonna Wine Goss cuts ribbon.  MP4 Video located on Archives' Network [W] in folder titled [Historical Movies Media]. Digital video discarded after MP4 file was created. DVD located in Media Cabinet, IIS, in order of DVD's accession number MC2008/201.

Digital video of Honors Convocation 2004. Digital copy, MP4 file, on Archives' Network [W] in folder titled [Audio_Convocation].Digital video discarded following creation of file on network.

Photographs of Dave with students on campus.

Photograph of Pat Helman and President A. Blair Helman, 19 June 1977, "For David with Love."

Photographs of tribute dinner held at Peabody retirement community.  Included are Jo Young Switzer, Chris Garber, Tim McElwee, David McFadden, Renee McFadden, Alexis Young.

Dave and truck, probably preparing for Fun Fest Parade, along with series of pictures of Manchester's participation in parade.

Manchester College Handbook 1940-1941 (placed with handbook collection Large Box 166a,b).

"Life's Little Instruction Book, Volume II, A few more suggestions, observations, and reminders on how to live a happy and rewarding life."

Cassette tape - Dr. Andrew Young's Commencement Address at Manchester College, 21 May 2000.

Metal Key with the Manchester College logo.

Manchester College lapel pin.

Manchester College fob.

Manchester University, new brand logo circa 2014.

Marble paperweight with Manchester College seal, "FOR SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP."

Manchester College Centennial "coin."

Clear glass paperweight, "MANCHESTER COLLEGE, 10 YEARS OF SERVICE."

Framed 1992 card - "For David Friermood Who is soon to be FIFTY! Wouldn't a SHOWER OF CARDS be NIFTY?" [framed at The Joyful Scribes on North Walnut Street, a company that probably was begun through the efforts of Mrs. Pat Helman, wife of President Helman, who was very much interested in the arts.]

"News-Journal" article, introducing the building dedication, "David Friermood Hall of Storage."

Score of the "Mount Morris College Song," words by Irene Van Dyke and Music by Iva Appleby by permission of Swarthmore Chautaugua. (placed in Mt. Morris cabinet, IIS).

Booklet, "Welcoming You to Tall Oaks," printed in 2005 following the President Jo Young Switzer remodel. (located in Building Box 26a,b  in folder titled "Tall Oaks").

Booklet, "Tall Oaks," March, 1970 - March, 1995 - a history of "Tall Oaks." (located in Building Box 26a,b in folder titled "Tall Oaks.")

"Hair-raising moment in '71 still spooks him," as experienced by alumnus, Gary Haney.  (located in MC General File, "Ghosts").

Folder - "The Marden Years Manchester College."  Program celebrating the President Parker and Ann Marden years at Manchester College 23, April 2005 event. [located with Marden materials - MC General File: Faculty/Staff - then Presidents in alphabetical order]

Christmas Card with Lorraine Slifer, J. P. Freeman, Paul Shrider, and Dave Friermood.  [one kept with MU2016/15 and another placed in MC General File in Christmas Card collection]

"Philanthropy" magazine celebrating the Mardens. Photograph of President Marden dressed as clown alongside Dave Friermood.  [located with Marden materials - MC General File: Faculty/Staff - Then Presidents in alphabetical order]

Folder - Dave Friermood, "Schwalm man put's others' first," Manchester College Bulletin, Spring 1987, Vol. 79, No. 5.

Folder - The Helman's - Pat Helmand and A. Blair Helman - photographs, articles and memorial service programs. Publications by Pat Helman. [- located with Helman materials - MC General File: Faculty/Staff - Then Presidents in alphabetical order.]

Articles and memorabilia related to "Dave's Hall of Storage."

Plaque to David, "with Deep Appreciation for you Special Contribution to the Success of the Joyful Scribes Corporation 1982 - 1993." The Joyful Scribes was a company/organization associated with Pat Helman.

Long postcard of Manchester College and MC brochure, "After the Depression - what?" Located in Postcard Box 151]

Tribute to Dave Friermood by Ben Martin, Class of 2008, "Reflections of Remembrance and Gratitude." "Hands of a Servant," Baccalaureate Service 18 May 2008.

Awards and tributes by various College departments and organizations.

"Oak Leaves" article on the old gymnasium [placed in Buildings Boxes 26a,b]. Large photograph of old gymnasium kept with MU2016/15.

Date of Accession02 August 2016
Bio History Note

Dave was a beloved and highly respected member of Manchester's Physical Plant.  Through his example and instruction, students working with Dave developed a special camaraderie and were often affectionately nicknamed "Dave's Boys."  These bonds were significant and lasted long after graduation.  Dave fought cancer, and a special gathering of these friends took place before his death.

See also:

MC2004/729: Public Relations Wall of Fame Photograph Collection.

The Manchester Monitor 5 November 2002; The News-Journal 6 November 2002 p.10A

Archivist NoteMaterials related to David Friermood that were previously stored in the Large Faculty/Staff boxes were relocated to be with this collection that was donated by David's brother, Jim Friermood.
 


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