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TopicAccession #Description Summary
A Cappella Choir and Concert Band: Tours, 1981 - 1990MC2007/52  

A Cappella Choir and Concert Band Tours - a partial list of tours for the years 1981 - 1991.

A Cappella Choir Tour List (April 8 - 18, 1949).

 
AAFRO Club, AAFRO House & ProgramMC2009/71-D 

Posters from events sponsored by the A.A.F.R.O. Club.

 
Admissions: PostersMC2009/71 MC2009/71-V,ta: Posters. 1981, "Junior Visitation Day," and (no year) "Juniors in High School, Your Invitation to Manchester College, April 28."  
AdvancementMU2015/131 

2014 Holiday Open House at Tall Oaks - invitation.

2014 Holiday card sent by the McFaddens.

2014 Advancement Thanksgiving "Gratitude" cards -

2014  birthday cards - "From the students you put first ... and all of us at Manchester University."

2014 "Students First!" Campaign Celebration program and invitation.

Photographs:

David McCormick directing band at Morton West concert.

1954 or 1955 "workday" stage presentation.

1955 Convocation Planning Committee.

 
Advancement Centennial Event - Step Up To The Future Campaign: Slides and ScansMU2014/49 Slides and digital copies documenting the Centennial Celebration's October 1987 kick-off event for the "Step Up to the Future Campaign." 
Alford, SteveMC2009/71-SP:Sports Steve Alford posters. 
Alumni Reunion: PhotographsMU2017/90 

Alumni 1977 - 1978, Basketball Teams Reunion: 1936-1937 and 1937-1938.

1969 Alumni Honor Awards: Clair Throne, Mrs. Earl Garver representing her husband, Homer Burke, Robert Winger. Circa 1931 photograph of group including Clair O. Throne (chemist) and future wife, Ferne Chaffin Throne.

1977-1978 Basketball team reunion: (Charles Beck, Wayne Strycker, Richard Spiece, Gerald Sapp, Harold Waddel, Hubert DuBois, Waveland Snider, Robert Schmalzried, Merlin Eikenberry.

 
Alumni StoriesMU2020/65 Alumni stories primarily about Otho Winger, yet a few others about the M Club, Mr. Fish, the College basketball team of 1924,   
Artist Lecture Series and Performing Artists: PostersMC2009/71 File FolderMC2009/71-PEV: Performances and Events  Posters for Artist Lecture Series and other performing artists, including: Janie Fricke, The Original Comedy Rangers, Joseph Helfrich, Steven Dietz, Strider, Stan Kenton and His Orchestra, Tanglefoot, Big Twist and the Mellow Fellows, Marty McCall and Fireworks, LP The Band, The Troubadours, Prime TIme, Glynn Hines, OREON, the Mantovani Orchestra, and Dr. Sharon Crain, author of "Taking Stock: A Woman's Guide to Corporate Success."  This is part of a large collection.  See MC2009/71 File FolderMC2009/71-PEV: Performances and Events  
Athletics: PhotographsMC2003/44 Sports photograph collection, from the early 1900's through the 1970's. 
Aurora: 1917MU2021/14 1917 "Aurora." 
B.S.C.M. (Brethren Student Christian Movement)B.S.C.M.: Information 

B.S.C.M. (Brethren Student Christian Movement):

See:  Religious Activities; Oak Leaves 17 September 1964 p.1; 19 November 1964 p.1; 10 December 1964 p.3

 
Baldwin, Ferne A.: MemorabiliaMC2009/23 

Pictures and memorabilia of Ferne Baldwin.

 
Baldwin, Ferne: Collection of Archivist Emerita MU2019/15 A collection assembled by Archivist Emerita, Ferne Baldwin, including:  Photographs, publications, newspaper clippings, athletic department and buildings materials, "Spartan Sports News," obituaries, etc., click on accession number to see detailed description. 
Band and Choir Tour CommitteeMC2003/152 

Band and Choir Tour Committee correspondence and minutes dated April 1986-1991.

 
Band and Choir Tour CommitteeMC2003/152 

Band and Choir Tour Committee: Correspondence, minutes.  Dated April 1986-1991.

 
Band ClinicMU2021/15 Photograph of the Manchester College Band Clinic that was held during the Summer of 1943. 
Band TourMC2003/153 

Band Tour programs, correspondence, news releases, dated 1952 - 1997.See Also: Concert Band Tours.

Bands include:  Concert, Symphonic, Varsity, Stage, and Jazz Ensemble.  Conductors include:  Samuel L. Fluekinger, John P. Browne, David McCormick, C. Dwight Ottman, James Carlson, Jack Launer, Robert Jones, and John W. Beery.

 
Band, MarchingMarching Band: Information and Photographs 

Marching Band - See: Oak Leaves 29 October 1964 p.2; and Photo Boxes 26, 27.

 
Band, SymphonicSymphonic Band: Additional Information and Photographs 

Symphonic Band:

See: Oak Leaves 18 February 1965 p.1; 25 February 1965 p.2; 13 May 1965 p.1; and Photo Boxes 26, 27.

 
Band: Letter from SweaterMC2004/511 Band letter (from letter sweater). 
Band: PhotographsFlat File Drawer 4: Band Photographs Band photographs. 
Basketball: AssortmentSmall Box 76  

 

  • "History of Basketball at Manchester College," 1969.
  • Poster: "Manchester College says Thanks!" - Ed Butterbaugh, President and Steve Alford, Head Coach.
  • College Basketball Register Project. 
  • Basketball Scorebook 1927 - 1928 season.
  • Basket Ball Schedule 1931 - 1932.
  • December 1954 souvenir program - Hoosier College Conference Champions 1954.
  • Manchester Spartans vs Taylor Trojans, 11 January 1955 souvenir program featuring the Manchester College Band.
  • DePaul vs Manchester College program with De Paul Univ. Varsity Schedule 1955 - 1956.
  • Manchester College Men's Basketball 1992 - 1993 with Head Coach, Steve Alford, Souvenir Program.
  • 1994 - 1995 ICAC Champions, Manchester College Basketball Sourvenir Program.
  • Manchester College Spartans vs Illinois Wesleyan University Titans, 20th Anniversary NCAA Basketball Championship, NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Second Round Game, 5 March 1994 program.
  • Unidentified basketball photos. 
  • Basketball photo (identified) 1939 - 1940.
 
Bible Society: Minutes 1902-1905, 1907-1912, 1916-1919MC2009/133a,b,c 

MC2009/133a: Bible Society Minutes, 31 March 1902 - 24 March 1905.

MC2009/133a: Copies of the Constitution and By-Laws revised 1915.

MC2009/133a Mission Program  - program notes and speakers.

MC2009/133b: Bible Society Minutes, 21 April 1916 - 19 May 1919.

MC2009/133c: Bible Society Minutes, 25 October 1907 - 12 April 1912.

 

 
Bible Society: Records and MinutesMC2003/4 

Bible Society Files:

1.    Attendance records 1916-1918; constitution and by-laws of 1899, 1901, 1913, 1915, and 1920.

2.    Minutes 1896-1899.

3.   Record book - Minutes for the Bible Society beginning 10 May 1912 - 14 April 1916.

 
Books: With Significant MemoriesMU2013/88 Special Books - The publications in this collection have a special relationship with Manchester University and with the Church of the Brethren. Books belong to MC presidents, alumni, faculty/staff. Some contain special inscriptions by authors or donors. Some have poetry or articles written by associates of MC. 
Brembeck, Maxine Cripe CollectionMC2010/170a,b,c,d 

1937 "Aurora" with many autographs, a gift list, and words of advice.

Photograph of the Class of 1937 attending the 1987 reunion, along with an identification sheet and nametag.

Program from the "Combined Concert of the Manchester College Orchestra and Manchester College Concert Band," 1937, autographed by Hoy O. McIntire, Class of 1937.

Scrapbook from a trip Maxine Cripe Brembeck made to China in 1989. 

 
Brethren Colleges Abroad: Rogers CollectionMU2018/57 A poster-board filled with images from Ingrid Rogers' and Ken Rogers' experiences with BCA in Germany was found by the archivist in a classroom of the Administration Building following the auction and close of the 2nd and 3rd floors.  The images were cut from the board and scanned. Descriptions and student information are located within accession record. 
Brown, Viona: MemorialMU2014/1 Widow of Professor Ken Brown, Manchester College alumna, Viona Brown, was a wellspring of love to all. 
Buck Family CollectionMC2007/40 Photographs and memorabilia from the Buck family.  Also included is information about Calvin Ulrey and his wife, Miriam. 
Cable, Miriam Weybright: Collection of Manchester College MaterialsMU2013/139 Collection of Miriam Weybright Cable, Manchester College Class of 1939. 
Camp Mack Day: PapersMC2002/35 

History and general information about Camp Mack.

 
Campus Ministry BoardMC2002/237b  Collection of religious activities materials including survey results, minutes, events, budgets. 
Campus Ministry BoardOak Leaves See Also: Oak Leaves, 2 May 1991, p.5. 
Campus Ministry Board SurveyMC2007/4 

Campus Ministry Board Survey conducted to assist the Campus Ministry Board in planning the spring semester campus wide retreat, "Speak your mind: at Manchester?"

 
Campus Ministry Board, 1975 - 1980MC2003/69 Brochures, events, and programs advertising campus ministry, 1975-1980.  
Cell GroupsCell Groups: Additional Information See Also:  Oak Leaves 6 October 1960 p.2; 15 October 1964 p.2 
Centennial: Recording of Special MusicMC2007/24 Centennial Celebration recording featuring the Manchester Symphony Orchestra, the A Cappella Choir, and the Concert Band. 
Centennial: Slide Show 1989 MC2010/75 

Centennial Slide Show - a historical overview of Manchester College. Note: These slides were digitized. 

 
Centennial: Style ShowMU2016/41 Martha Miller coordinated the Centennial style show at Manchester College titled, "100 Years of Fashion."  Correspondence and costume description. 
Chamberlain, Geneva Burrous: AlumnaMC2008/16 The Geneva Burrous Chamberlain collection.  Photo album and memorabilia. 
ChapelMC2009/74 Chapel addresses 1943-1944.  
ChapelChapel: Additional Information 

See Also:

Buildings

Manchester College Bulletin February 1951 p.2; January 1975 p.10; March 1975 p.12; October 1975 p.9; October 1976 p.2; October 1977 p.11.

Oak Leaves 11 February 1965 p.2 (compulsory chapel policy);

 
Chapel Photograph, 1976 - 1977Photo Box 75  Chapel: Photo of group in chapel lounge, 1976 - 1977. 
Chapel Program CollectionMC2003/68 

Chapel program collection:

  • Programs from 1962, 1976, 1976, 1986.
 
Chapel TalksMC2004/495 A collection of the texts of talks given in Wednesday chapel services at Manchester College.  Undated, but it is estimated that the talks are from sometime in the mid- to late-seventies. 
Chapel vs. ConvocationMC2010/32a,b  

Change in name from "Chapel to Convocation."

Correspondence between Robert Mock, Director of Religious Life, and President Helman and Dr. Bollinger regarding, "Developing Concerns Regarding the Role of the Christian Faith and the Director of Religious Life on Manchester College Campus." 

 
Chapel, All-StudentMC2004/486 

Chapel: All-Student chapel sign.

 
Chapel: Study on College Chapel ServicesMC2004/253 

Chapel: Report of study on College chapel services.

 
China Scenes: Pictorial BookMU2017/30 "China Scenes," a pictorial book celebrating the many beautiful images of this impressive land. 
Christian Emphasis WeekChristian Emphasis Week: Information See:  Oak Leaves 8 December 1960 p.1; 19 December 1963 p.3; 23 January 1964 p.1; 6 February 1964 p.3.   
Christian Leadership Commission Record Book 1945 - 1948MC2008/15 Christian Leadership Commission Record Book with records from 1945 - 1948. 
Christianity: Pointings Newsletter CollectionMC2002/306  Pointings: A monthly newsletter of inquiry into Christianity and Higher Education, Newsletter Collection. 
Church & Higher EducationMC2002/47 

Church and Higher Education statements. 

See Also:

Congregational Outreach brochure, MC2008/203,h

Gospel Messenger 8 September 1945 p.7-8; 15 September 1945 p.9-10; 22 September 1945 p.11-12; 12 January 1946 p.11-13; 23 February 1946 p.8-9; 9 March 1946 p.3-4, 25-26; 27 April 1946 p.8; 6 July 1946 p.23; 30 November 1946 p.5-13; 8 November 1947 p.9-10, 11-12; Manchester College Bulletin July 1950 p.1; June 1951 p.1; November 1951 p.2; June 1952 p.4; Oak Leaves 6 October 1960 p.1; Religious Activities.

 
Church Leaders' Conference Brochures, 1975 - 1985MC2003/70 

Brochures for Church Leaders' Conference, 1975-1985.

 
Church of the Brethren: Dutch KLM Crash,1958MC2008/54 1958 Dutch KLM Crash Following Schwarzenau 250 Year Anniversary of the Church of the Brethren Celebration. 
Church of the Brethren: Regional Youth ConferenceMC2002/308 

Church of the Brethren Regional Youth Conference Materials.

See Also: MC2009/71-CY: Church of the Brethren Youth Conference for posters of Regional Youth Conference at Manchester College, 1980, 1982, 1985. 

 
Church Relations: Manchester CollegeMU2015/33 Church Relations Materials affirming the relationship between Manchester College and the Church of the Brethren, including but not limited to: Brethren Business Network, statistics regarding congregational and district support,  Trustee information, A Cappella and Concert Band Tours, grants through Lilly Endowment, Inc., TEV programs,  Church-College Conversations, youth conferences, and programs offering continuing education and support for church workers and pastors. 
Civilian Public Service: Blickenstaff, Delbert D. Collection MC2009/154 

Correspondence and photos from Delbert Blickenstaff regarding Dr. Virginia Keller's CPS oral history project:

  • The B-Complex Experiment
 
Civilian Public Service: Photographs and Publications in the Francis Barr CollectionMC2011/233 

Civilian Public Service camps, photographs, publications and events, including but not limited to: 

  • Pictures from Waldport, Camp #56, in Washington State.
  • Holly Inn, Pinehurst, North Carolina. "May 15, 1945 - July 6, 1945, Room 302, "A Typical Pneumonia Guinea Pig Experiment.
  • Starvation experiment of the Laboratory of Physiological Hygiene at the University of Minnesota, Angel Keys, Ph D., Director.
  • The Reporter, Vol. V, No. 7, March 1947.
  • The Compass, Summer and Fall, 1944.
  • Smoke Jumper bi-annual.

For updates about the starvation experiment review the 1945 issues of the Gospel Messenger.

 
Class Cards, Passes and NotepadsMC2009/31 

A variety of cards, passes and schedules, for a variety of uses. They include but are not limited to: classes, organizations, and athletic events.

 
Clubs, Groups and Organizations: Photographs, 1896 ForwardMU2013/148 

Photographs dating from 1896 forward until circa the 1960's portraying clubs, groups and organizations at Manchester College. Most of the images predate the 1920's.

 
Coe College: Band PosterMC2004/373 

Coe College Military Band:

  • Poster advertising a performance held in the North Manchester High School auditorium.  "America's Finest Cadet Band, direct from the inauguration of President Roosevelt."
 
College BandMC2004/165 College Band news releases, newspaper clippings and correspondence. 
College Woman's ClubLarge Box 32 Memorabilia, minutes, and records of Manchester's College Woman's Club. 
College Woman's Club: Faculty, Staff, Alumni Interviews and RecordsMC2002/58 

College Woman's Club Records: Minutes, directories (1912 forward),  newspaper articles, alumni interviews, financial materials, arrangements for events.



Bill for postage, rosebud and vase, expenses for cards and postage, 1995, Arrangements for Christmas Tea, 1996.

 
College Women's ClubLarge Box 31 Records of Manchester's College Women's Club. 
Committees: Helman and Robinson YearsMU2020/7 

Ad Hoc Committees – Early 1980’s, from Helman Years into Robinson Era.

Faculty Committee, 1986-1987 through 1990-1991.

Committees and Public Relations.


 
Concert BandMC2003/162 Concert Band news releases and Concert Band Handbook (1993-1994). 
Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble: Poster, 1989, 1990MC2004/346 

Concert Band/Jazz Ensemble poster:

Two-sided poster advertising performances in 1989 and1990.

 
Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble: PostersMC2009/126 

Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble posters from  approximately 1991 - 1995.

 
Concerts: Centennial Celebration 1989MU2013/128 

Cassette tape and corresponding digital recording prepared for the Manchester College Centennial Celebration 1889-1989 featuring Manchester Symphony Orchestra, A Cappella Choir and the Concert Band.

 
Convocation #022 and 023: Berrigan and McAlister, "Prophecy is Life"MC2011/15 wave sound 

Peace Studies and Co-Curricular Departments of the College invited Elizabeth McCallister and Phillip Berrigan to speak of their convictions. The cassette tape is dated 11 March 1976.

 
Convocation 2007: Triptych MU2014/142 DVD and MP4 video "Triptych." DVD of 19 February 2007 Convocation.  Professor James. R. C. Adams explains symbols used in paintings created for display in the Science Center lobby.  
Convocation and Public Programs: PhotographsMU2017/95 

Photographs of Convocation and Public Programs sponsored by Manchester College (identified by speaker/performer and/or year).

 
Convocation List 1968 - 2008: RecordingsConvocation List of Recordings 

A listing of Convocation cassette tapes and recordings.  Some of these recordings have been digitized but this list does not reflect this information . 

 
Convocation: Mow, Anna, Circa 1974MC2011/42 

Dr. Anna Mow graduated from Manchester Collage in 1918.  A Church of the Brethren icon, Anna speaks on "Spiritual Vitality and the American Family."

 
Coppock, Nevin L.: Laymen's Citation Award Program MC2003/51 

Program from 11 March 1955 Laymen's Citation Awards Ceremony.  Short biographies are included.

 
Culler, Edward and Bertha Hoover Culler: Family HistoryBC2017/20 

Transcription and interpretation of the Bertha (Hoover) Culler and Edward Culler diaries. Hoover and Culler family history written by their foster son, Jacob C. Wine, Jr.

 
Dances: PostersMC2009/71, File Folder D: Dances 

1976 "Halloween Dance featuring The Three Traces."

1978 A.A.F.R.O. Club Presents, "Essence in Twilight," Semi-Formal.

circa 1985 Manchester College AAFRO Club and East Hall present "Take Your Sweetheart to Vegas."

1991 Presidential Ball, "The Future is Ours."

April 1993 Presidential Ball, "New Beginnings."

1992 Formal, "Sailing with the Night."

No year on poster: "Winter Wonderful's Semi Formal Dance, Featuring: Catch."

 
Diversity: Multicultural Affairs. Historical FoldersMC2012/35 Historical correspondence from the Department of Multicultural Affairs regarding the speaking engagements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dick Gregory, Rev. Jesse Jackson, and Andrew Young at Manchester College. Invitations to Mrs. Coretta Scott King are also included along with her responses. 
Earth Day: PosterMC2009/71, File Folder MC2009/71-E: Events on Campus 

Poster for Earth Day, "Go Plant a Tree!!!, Earthday Celebration 20 years."

 
East Hall: MemorabiliaMU2019/91 Items found behind a desk and bulletin board during the 2019 Summer renovation of East Hall. 
Ebey, Alice KingMC2004/635-29 Letter from Alice King Ebey, India, to Edith Miller, North Manchester, Indiana.  
Ebey, Alice KingMC2004/635-29 Letter from Alice King Ebey, India, to Edith Miller, North Manchester, Indiana.  
Edith Miller: Postards Sent ToMC2004/635-33 Postcards to Edith Miller from her mother, Levi Neher, Ida Miller Winger, and others.
 
Education: Acme SchoolMC2007/175 

"Stories of Days Long Gone in the Acme School, North Manchester, Indiana," by Bertha Miller Neher.

 
Ensembles: News Releases, 1950 - 1998MC2003/164 

Ensemble News Releases:

News releases for events including two or more ensembles 1950-1998.

Ensembles covered are:  A Cappella Choir, Brass Choir, Chamber Orchestra, Chapel Choir, Choral Union, College Chorale, Concert Band, Entertainers, Faculty Piano Trio, Jazz Ensemble, Quarters, madrigal Singers, Manchester Singers, Men's Glee Club, Stage Band, Swing Choir, Symphonic Band, Women's Glee Club.

 
Executive Committee Minutes April - June 1900 and Faculty Meetings April 1900 and 1925MC2009/100a,b 

MC2009/100a: Executive Committee Minutes from April, May June 1900 as well as Faculty Meeting Minutes ( 11 April and 18 April 1900).

MC2009/100b: Executive Committee Minutes from 4 March 1901 - 4 June 1901.

Letter from Balsbaugh Over the Death of Sister Catherine Forney

 
Faculty Rock BandMC2010/124 

Newspaper article from "The Monitor," 29 November 2005.

 

See also: Otho Winger experience.

 
Financial Records of Manchester CollegeMC2007/137 

Financial records of the college, college classes, college student groups and organizations.

Annuity Funds.

Alice King Ebey: Handwritten record of income and expenses for the college including student/faculty/staff accounts.  Alice King is included, see: July 7, to December 12, 1898, Alice King 7/16/1898).

Clubs, societies and organizations: Account books for various clubs and organizations.  Aurora, College Quartet, Lincoln Adelphia Treasurer's Book, Philalethea Cash Books, Phronia Lethea, Physics (Sigma Pi Sigma), Rhetoria - Mathea or Mathea Rhetoria Society, Science Club, Service Fellowship, Sociology Club, Tau Kappa Alpha Journal of Finances, Y.M.C.A. records for 1930 - 1931, and Women's Glee Club receipt books. Deputation Work at Manchester College 1945 - 1946: Receipts, expenditures and reports by Bill Eberly.

 
Funderburg Library: Business Cards and BookplatesLarge Box 80b - Library Business cards of some Funderburg Library faculty and staff along with a variety of bookplates dedicated to various individuals. 
Gilbert, Art: CollectionMU2018/44 The personal collection of Art Gilbert, 1953 alumnus and accounting professor at Manchester College, including materials related to Bethel Church of the Brethren, Milford, Indiana. 
Graduation 1993MC2004/122 

President WIlliam Robinson: Commencement Photograph Collection, 1993.

Honorary Degree recipient: Andrew Murray.

Honorary Degree recipient: Howard Brembeck.

Many faculty/staff, students and alumni are identified in this set of photographs.

 
Grimley, Mildred HessBrethren People File: Grimley, Mildred Mildred Grimley's book, "Folk Tales," illustrated by husband, John Grimley.  The Grimleys lived among the Margi people in northeastern Nigeria and collected a treasury of indigenous stories. 
Helman, A. Blair Papers: Planning Committee RecordsMC2004/332 

Curriculum Review: Planning Committee - Curriculum,  Student Welfare, Spiritual Life, Recreation, Physical Education & Athletics, Public Relations, Finance, Faculty Development, Curriculum, Buildings.

 
Helman, Cora WiseFaculty/Staff Boxes: Helman, Cora Wise 

Materials relating to Cora Wise Helman, Manchester College Registrar (1922-1946), including a memorial to husband, Howard Helman, and a 1947 chapel address presented by Mrs. Helman regarding changes during her tenure.

 

 
Helman: Presidental Correspondence, Administrative Finance, Dean's CorrespondenceMU2020/6 Helman correspondence, CONFIDENTIAL Student Affairs materials (1964-1976), newsletters and programs related to the  Manchester Ambassadors, a group whose focus is estate planning (1966-1975), CONFIDENTIAL files from the Director of Deferred Giving and Special Gifts (1969-1977), files of the Public Relations, Deferred-Giving Committee. 
Administrative finance concerns campaign preparedness studies, pay raises, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Equitable Life Assurance Society, and comprehensive business insurance [For a more detailed list, click on accession number, middle column, to link to the finding aid].
Files from the Dean - span the very end of Schwalm’s career as president (Spring 1956), forward. 
 
History: Manchester MemoriesMU2017/78 

Professor David Waas interviews members of the College Women's Club regarding their memories of Manchester College.

 
Homecoming 1969: ImagesMU2018/82 

Homecoming Queen, Joyce Malott, and escort, Dennis Steinhilber, are pictured in these images from Homecoming 1969, along with images of the football field and football fans.

 
Homecoming: VideoMU2019/61d What is probably pre-1941 color film footage of Homecoming, marching band and football.  
Howard, Oca: MC and Alumni MaterialsMU2015/51 

Manchester College as experienced by Oca Howard, MC Class of 1932.  Also included are Alumni Association materials.

 
HPI Living Gift Market: PosterMC2010/20h MC2010/20h; Poster for the HPI Living Gift Market sponsored by North Manchester Area Churches. This poster is part of the larger collection MC2010/20. 
Huber, Margaret: Photograph AlbumMU2015/104 The photograph album of MC alumna, Margaret Ann Huber Yoder (MC Class of 1924), and her husband's, Laurel Yoder's, 1928 MC graduation announcement. 
Humanities Division: Performances, "The Bartered BrideMC2004/710 Poster Advertising "The Bartered Bride," 1953.  This production of Smetana's Opera features, Ronald Walton, Thyra Neff, Ralph McFadden and Joe Ogden. Director, Clyde W. Holsinger.  
Jean Childs Young Intercultural CenterMU2018/11 Video of the official groundbreaking ceremony of the Jean Childs Young Intercultural Center along with digital copy of the program. 
Kamphoefner, KathyFaculty Staff Boxes: Kamphoefner, Kathy 

Material related to Kathy Kamphoefner, a peace activist, and in 1995 was an Assistant Professor of Communications. 

"Faculty Annual Report," Department of Communication Studies, 1997.

"Talking About Peace: Palestinian Narratives about the Current Peace Process in Hebron," Kathy Kamphoefner, 15 October 1997.

Newspaper articles regarding Kamphoeffner's Christian Peacemaker Team in Hebron and the resulting Israeli detention.

 
Kintner, Edward: Faculty/Staff CollectionMC2002/104L 

Kintner Collection, including: “Introduction to Cytology,” Kintner's 1932 calendarClass Record Books, newspaper clippings (retirement, honors, scholarship, wedding anniversary), 1946 receipt for license to preach, Kinter's admittance to Manchester (March 1900).

 
Koile, David: Orchestra Photograph 1929-1930MU2013/96 

Photograph of David Koile and the Manchester Symphony Orchestra, as seen in the 1930 Aurora.

 
Lassa Fever: John Hamer, MD CollectionMU2016/2 

Collection of articles, publications, letters, videos, and photographs dealing with Dr. Hamer's time in Nigeria, especially his connection with the discovery of the Lassa Fever Virus.

 
Laymen's Citation Award Program MC2003/51 

Laymen's Citation Award Program:

  • Those honored in 1955 were:  Wilbur Stover Barnhart, Dr. Curtis Buford Bowman, Nevin L. Coppock, Joseph Benjamin Flora, Theo Allen Hoover, Harold Kenneth Loutsenhizer, Thurl Donald Metzger, Dr. Daryl McCoid Parker, F. Willard Powers, Orion J. Stover, Modena Minnich Studebaker, and Daniel West.
 
Management Council: 1986-2001MU2020/15 Management Staff (Council) meeting minutes and materials- CONFIDENTIAL -due to issues involving faculty/staff and students.

"Management” is composed of representativesfrom Public Relations, Human Resources, Student Development, Academic Affairs,the Business Office, Institutional Advancement, Executive Assistant to thePresident, President’s Office.

 
Manchester Christian AssociationMC2004/86 

Two-page document entitled "MCA Organization," 4-page document entitled "The Manchester Christian Association," reading list entitled "Steps Toward Stature," 4-page document entitled "The Community of Faith and Action," memorandum clarifying the position of the college to not hold church services on Sundays on campus (dated 1965).

 
Manchester Christian Association,1950 - 1964MC2002/237c 

Religious Activities Collection: Manchester Christian Association (MCA).

  • Minutes 1950-1964.
 
Manchester College and Mount Morris College: Photographs, Postcards, Assorted Materials, HistoryMC2005/3 

Mt. Morris College Material: Student Body pictures [1907, 1908], approximately 150 postcard and postcard size photos, [1909-1912], other photos [1920's], baccalaureate address [1907], Mt. Morris College Students Guide [1927], and other publications and newspaper clippings. Photographs of the fire's devestation.

Manchester College Material: Postcard, M.C. Mission Band [1917], snapshots of campus and people [1917-1929], Commencement Week Booklet [1925], Manchester College Bulletin, 4 (August, 1911):22, 7, and program, Manchester College A Capella Choir, n.d, Arthur Kennedy, Director, V. F. Schwalm, President. 

 
Manchester College Handbook Collection: Y.W.C.A. and Y.M.C.A.MC2004/497 

Manchester College Y.W.C.A. and Y.M.C.A. Handbook Collection

 
Manchester College Orchestra and BandMU2013/145 Program - Third Annual Combined Concert of the Manchester College Orchestra and Manchester College Band, 1939. 
Manchester College Postcard CollectionMC2004/384 

Manchester College Postcard Collection that includes images of buildings and students from the early 1900's forward.

 
Manchester College: Eberly, WIlliam Collection: Manchester CollegeMC2011/221 

Materials related to Manchester College including the diploma of Bill's father, John Eberly, Class of 1929. 

 
Manchester College: Historical Movies MC2009/147a,b,c,d 

Historical videos of 1934 Homecoming, 1934 May Day festivities, sports events, and graduation exercises 1939 and 1941.  Camp Mack Day circa that same era.


 
Marching Band: Photograph circa 1920 - 1940 MC2009/42 Marching Band photo taken in front of Administration Building circa 1920 - 1940.  
Marden, Parker G.: Memorial CollectionMU2018/59 "A Distinctive College in Interesting Times: Manchester College 1994-2005," by Parker G. Marden, PhD, President, Manchester College 1994-2005. 
MC PaloozaMC2003/308 Manchester College Palooza clipping, "College Bands Hold Weekend Fest," 3 April 2001 (unknown newspaper).  
Metzger, Thurl Donald: Brethren PeopleMC2003/51: Metzger 

Thurl Donald Metzger is a Manchester College alumnus and member of Manchester College Class of 1938.   He was a recipient of the Laymen's Citation Award, an award given by Manchester College to honor outstanding members of the Church of the Brethren.

 
Miller, Ed and Martha: Collection of Programs and MemorabiliaMU2013/86 Handmade programs and memorabilia for MC clubs and organizations circa the 1950's. Photographs and identification of 1953 May Day Queen, Jean Childs Young and Court. Programs from Home Economics events (1950's). Oak Leaves issue announcing MC's Cherry Princess candidates. 1991 and 1992 issues of the Manchester College "Bulletin."  Photos from May Day 1956. Copy of "The Acorn," 25th year edition. 
Miller, Edith Alice CollectionMC2008/208 

Much more material than can be described. Please go into the accession page to read Scope and Contents. The collection includes the following but is vastly larger:

Obituaries, information on the Shull children, photograph of son of Moy Gwong,  "Memory Speaks, North Manchester Celebrates Its First 150 Years," program for play written by Dr. Charles Boebel, article from "The Noble County American," Albion, Indiana, Thursday, June 24, 1982, pg. 7 regarding the Potawatomi Chief Simon Pokagon, Last Chief of the Potawatomies, personal information about Edith Alice Miller, letter by Otho about his wife's, Ida's death, and Class of 1926 Information, as saved by Edith Miller.

For more information on Edith Alice Miller see West Manchester Church of the Brethren.

 
Miller, EdwardFaculty/Staff Boxes 46-48: Miller, Edward G. Material related to Professor Emeritus Edward G. Miller, Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Department Head. 
Miller, Martha: Poster CollectionMC2010/20 

Posters:

  • "Spartan Pride," Homecoming, October 14, 1995.
  •  Manchester Symphony Orchestra, 16 May 1993, featuring Young Artist Competition Winners.
  • Manchester Symphony Orchestra, 6 November 1994, Jodie DeSalvo, Piano Soloist.
  • Manchester Symphony Orchestra, 13 March 1994, featuring Julie Eckert, Soprano Soloist. 3. 
  • Manchester Symphony Orchestra, 12 May 1996, "High School Young Artist Competition Winners."
  • Manchester College Theatre presents, "The Miser, 1668," by Moliere, October 1994.
  •  Manchester College Theatre presents, "Mehitabel," May 1993.
  • Heifer Project International Living Gift Market, Sponsored by North Manchester Area Churches.
  • "The Voice KCMO of the Prairie," by John Olive, May 1994, Cordier Auditorium.
  • Public Program: "The Mikado," 10 April 1994.
  • Manchester College Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon for members of Class of 1995.
 
Miller, Robert Henry: Minister, Church of the BrethrenMC2009/87 

Elder Robert Henry Miller, minister in the Church of the Brethren had a son, Manchester College Professor Robert Henry Miller, a minister as well.  The accession page gives information about both father and son. MC2009/87 is the manuscript of an unpublished book by Professor R. H. Miller, "Comments on the Gospel of John."

Miller, Robert Henry (1825-1892) obituary in the Gospel Messenger.

 
Mission Band: Postcard, 1913, 1914MC2010/11 

Postcard of the Volunteer Mission Band of Manchester College, 1913 and 1914

 

The postcard is addressed to Mrs. [T.?] S. Eikenberry, Arcanum, Ohio RR

"Sun. eve, five min till C.W. meeting.  This is a picture of the famous Volunteer Mission Band of M.C.  Basket Ball is becoming popular.  We Freshmen vs Srs 20 - 12 [ ...?...] School work about as usual.  Would be glad to hear from you more. 

[S..?..r]"

 
Moments with ManchesterMC2011/36 

James Garber speaks for Manchester College as Mr. Garber hosts a radio program of music and inspiration featuring the Manchester College Symphonic Band (not dated).

 
Moore, Blanche HollingerAlumni Box 187: Moore, Blanche Hollinger Information about Blanche Ester Hollinger Moore, MC Class of 1930. 
Mount Morris College (circa1916): Group Photograph with Rainey and DolbyMU2014/134 Among the faculty, staff and students at Mount Morris College (circa 1916), Newton Dolby, husband of Mattie Cunningham Dolby, is pictured as engineer, and Mattie's friend, Nellie Rainey, is photographed while a student. 
Mount Morris College: 1894 Reunion of Old Settlers of Ogle CountyMC2004/680-8 Old Settlers of Ogle County 13th Annual Reunion held on the campus of Mount Morris College, 1894.  Invitation and program. 
Mount Morris College: Fire, 1931, Newspaper ClippingsMC2004/234 
Fire of 1931 newspaper clippings.  Two examples of headlines follows:
  • "Thousands Go to Mt. Morris to See Blaze."  Rockford Morning Star. 12 April 1931.
  • "Fire Sweeps Mt. Morris College:  Seven Towns Fight $250,000 School Blaze."  Herald Examiner [Chicago].  13 April 1931.

 

 
Mount Morris College: PhotographsMU2015/45 A collection of photographs from Mount Morris College, Mt. Morris, Illinois. 
Mow, Anna: Family PhotographsMU2021/13 Anna and Baxter Mow family photographs. 
Music at Manchester College: Public Relations Photographs and Visual MediaMU2012/133 Photographs, negatives and other forms of visual media primarily focusing on faculty and students involved in musical pursuits.  
Music, Chorus, Bands, and Clubs: PhotographsMU2013/141a-l Photographs of choral groups, bands, and organizations on the Manchester College campus. 
Music, Drama and Visiting Artistis: PostersMC2009/71 

This large collection of materials ranging from MC2009/7-A  -  MC2009/71-V,j1a,b includes printed and hand-made posters and other memorabilia accumulated throughout the years in the Manchester College Archives. 

 
Music, Theater, Public Programs: Program CollectionMU2019/72 Manchester programs from various Tri-Alpha, Symphony, A Cappella Choir, Choral Society and other special events. 
Music: Photographs from the Oak Leaves or Aurora OfficesMU2012/52 

Music images:

  • Male student playing french horn.
  • Band playing in the PERC gymnasium
 
Music: PostersMC2009/122a-x Posters: An assortment of posters reflecting musical productions and performances.  
Myers, Michaele: Collection of Actress from Sydney, IndianaMU2014/6 

A history of actress, Michaele Myers, as written by Martha Ann Merkle Myers.  Also included are plays, photographs, newspaper articles, and posters.

 
Natural Sciences Division: Science Manuals MC2009/143a,b,c 

MC2001/143e:  Teaching Outline, Coure 1 (First Term)

MC2009/143a:  Science II, Manual, 1971 Spring Term, Manchester College.  Authors are J. Beard, D. Farringer, R. Foreman, D. Kreps, P. Ray and H. Weimer.

MC2009/143d: Science II Manual, 1972 Spring Term, Manchester College

MC2009/143b:  Science I, Manual, 1973 Fall Term, Manchester College. Faculty are D. Farringer, R. Kilgore, D. Kreps, D. McCauley, J. White, J. Streator.

MC2009/143c:  "Plant Science, A Study Guide With An Audio Tutorial Approach," Second Edition, 1967, by S. Postlethwait, H. Telinde and D. Husband, Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University, Lafayette, Indiana.

 
Neff, Robert: Commemorating the Death of ChristConvocation Tape #175: Neff, Robert Speaker:  Dr. Robert Neff, who at that time was General Secretary of the General Board of the Church of the Brethren.  The speech was given on 1 October 1984. 
NegativesMU2018/46 

Negatives from circa the late 1960's and 1970's. More research is needed in order to more closely date the pictures which include: Football field, individual (Dan Taylor) and team football photos, theater, Women's Tennis, Homecoming (circa 1976), Coaches Claude Wolfe, James Gratz, Jack Jarrett, Bill Phillips (assistant coach), Basketball, Wrestling, and 1968 Track Team with pictures of Rob Gratz, Kent Stump, Kurt Stump, Dave Smith,  Craig Schneider, and Mike Wolfe.

 
Negatives: ImagesMU2018/45 A variety of negatives and scanned images from the MC Publications Department. Pictures appear to illustrate the 1970's. Topics include: 1978 dedication of Cordier Auditorium with Andrew Young, accompanying reception in Tall Oaks, the 1978 alumni reunion, "Bus Stop" (May Day Play 1978), May Day trike and bike races, instrumental and music related photos, faculty/staff pictures, McFadden family pictures, athletic images including; Soccer, Frisbee, football, track and field, tennis. 
News Releases: August 2000 - August 2001ROSeptember2012/25 News Releases from Manchester College August 2000 - August 2001, along with partial listing from 16 August 2000 - 27 November 2000. This finding aid is in process.  Not all of the releases have been recorded. 
Newspapers: HistoricalMU2018/65 
Newspapers from 1940's through 1970's.  Topics include: 1945, Japan wants to quit - 1974, Nixon resigns - 1974, President Ford settles in - 1974, Ford Seeks Vice-Presidency - 1974, Evel Knievel parachutes to safety - 1977, Indiana in deadly cold - 1978, "The Blizzard of 78" - 1978, Digging-out from Blizzard - 1978, "Begin Asking Sadat for Talks" - 1974, "President Steps Down" - 1942, "Remember Pearl Harbor" - 1941, Roosevelt orders fire on axis raiders - 1943, "Italy drops from war" - 1944, Invasion slashes into France  1944, Allies into France - 1945, "French Liberate Paris" - 1941 "War Declared on Japan" - 1945, "U.S. Aerial strike destroys Japanese planes and vessels - 1945, Launch into Reich - 1945, Soviets troops 55 Miles east of Greater Berlin -  1945, Truman President after Roosevelt's death - 1945, "Capital Bids Farewell to Roosevelt" - 1945, Truman pledged to war plans - 1945, Germans Surrender to Allies - 1945, "V-E is Declared" - 1945, "Atomic Bomb answers Japanese rejection of Potsdam Ultimatum" - 1945, "Reds Enter Pacific War" - 1945, "White House waits on Japanese surrender - 1974, Ford becomes President.


 
Oak Leaves: PhotographsMU2012/8 - Folder #1 Identified and unidentified pictures of faculty, staff and students. 
Oak Leaves: Photographs circa1993 MU2012/112 Most of these photographs were used in issues of the Oak Leaves from 11 February 1993 through 7 May 1993.  There is one folder of negatives and images that did not appear to be correlated with this time-frame and will be arbitrariliy dated - circa 1992-1993.  
Outreach Ministry TeamsMC2007/220 

Student lists, schedules and evaluations 1984 - 1987 ending with correspondence from early 1988. 

See also: Deputation Teams.

 
Parade: Photograph, Oak LeavesMU2012/5 - Folder #1 

Probably pictures of a Homecoming parade.  There are vehicles carrying:

  • International students and country flags
  • Musicians and band instruments
  • Amanda Walters and Matt Fisher. 

There is also a photograph identified as a "town" picture.

 
Parades: PhotographsMC2008/178 

Photographs of parades.

 
Pep Band SupportMC2007/53 

Pep Band:

The year prior to September 1994, students had organized a volunteer pep Band that played at football and basketball games.  The Pep Band was continued in 1994.  Butterbaugh agreed to raise money to furnish the Band with sport shirts and jackets.  This letter requests that recipients contribute $100 each to defray the cost of shirts and jackets. 

1. Pep Band letter from Edgar Butterbaugh, Chair, Board of Trustees and Former Trombone Player. 

 
Photograph and Memorabilia AssortmentMC2011/192 

A packet of materials was dropped at the Front Desk of the Library by an unidentified individual during the month of July 2011.  The contents contained photographs from Manchester College and one paper fan from a local funeral home.  The Archivist believes this assortment was received from former Archivist, Ferne Baldwin. Two of the photographs were of the "Flying Club?" and were accessioned as MC2011/190.  A listing of the remaining objects follows:

1.  One fan from George N. Bender & Son Funderal Directors, North Manchester, Indiana.  The picture on the fan is that of a young mother holding a sleeping baby in her arms and is titled, "Loves Gift Divine." This fan will be filed in the Local History Box of the Archives by its accession number MC2011/192fan.

2.  Eight Photographs:

Two photographs of the gymnasium layout for a program held in June 1967.  At first glance, until looking at the date, it appears as if this could be for baccalaureate and commencement exercises.

One photograph of Student Alumni Service Award recipients, Cynthia Bull (MC Class of 1990) and Matthew Smucker (MC Class of 1990) as well as Alumni Service Award reciptients Robin Lahman, Florence Freed (MC Class of 1928) and Helen Taylor (MC Class of 1973).

Two color snapshots of the footfield field with chairs, platform and band.  This is possibly for graduation exercises.

One black and white photograph of aerial view of campus with Petersime Chapel, Funderburg Library, the Gymnasium/Auditorium, Holl-Kintner Hall of Science and the Winger building before it was the Wine-Winger building.

8" x 10" black and white photograph of students, possibly from the 1970's. 

Black and white 8" x 10" publicity photograph of Paul Polivnick, Associate Conductor, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.

 

 
PhotographsMU2013/157 A conglomeration of decade spanning images reflecting student life and faculty/staff experience at Manchester College. 
Photographs 1958 - 1962MC2012/48 

A collection of photographs representing residence life, May Day events, A Cappella Choir, religious life, classes and athletics at Manchester College circa 1958 - 1959 - 1960 - 1961 - 1962.

 
Photographs: Faculty and StaffMC2003/226 Faculty/Staff Photograph Collection  
Photographs: Media and Public Relations, January 1998 - May 2000 - Part 5MC2012/36e 

Photographs, contact sheets and negatives for the purposes of Media and Public Relations. January 2000 - May 2000.

 
Photographs: Media and Public Relations, January 1998 - May 2002: Miscellaneous AssortmentMC2012/36h Photographs, contact sheets and negatives for the purposes of Media and Public Relations. January 1998 - May 2002.  These images were out of order within the collection and the subject and/or date could not be determined. They form a miscellaneous group that falls somewhere within this general time period. 
Photographs: Media and Public Relations, January 2001 - May 2002 - Part 1MC2012/36g - Part 1 Photographs, contact sheets and negatives for the purposes of Media and Public Relations. January 2001 - September 2001.  
Plays and Musical Productions: PostersMC2009/125 

1. A variety of posters for plays and musical productions:

Steel Magnolias, 1993.

The Musical Comedy Murders of 1930, no year on poster.

The Scarlet Letter, 1996.

The Importance of Being Earnest, 1990.

The Miser, 1994.

Archy and Mehitabel, 1993.

The Madwoman of Chaillot, 1992.

Fiddler on the Roof, 1989.

The Extremity of Love, 1991.

 
Plunkett, Roy: Collection 1988, 1989MC2001/3 Box 2 A detailed description of the Roy Plunkett collection - Box #2: 1988 - including 50 years of "Teflon" and the Du Pont Plunkett awards (1988, 1989 and beyond). 
Posters and Articles From Manchester College MC2009/71,A-V  
  • File Folder MC2009/71-A: A Cappella Choir
  • File Folder MC2009/71-AL: Artist Lecture Series
  • File Folder MC2009/71-B: Brethren Colleges Abroad
  • File Folder MC2009/71-C: Children's Theatre
  • File Folder MC2009/71-CB: Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble
  • File Folder MC2009/71-CH: Choral Events
  • File Folder MC2009/71-CY: Church of the Brethren Youth Conference
  • File Folder MC2009/71-D: Dances
  • File Folder MC2009/71-E: Events on Campus
  • File Folder MC2009/71-MSO: Manchester Civic and Symphony Orchestra
  • File Folder MC2009/71-MU: Music Department
  • File Folder MC2009/71-PEV: Performances and Events
  • File Folder MC2009/71-PMOA: Plays, Musicals, One Acts
  • File Folder MC2009/71-SP: Sports, Posters with Football schedules.
  • File Folder MC2009/71-V: Various, including Admissions Material, Parents' Weekend, Fundraising, Phonathon, Graphics Department
 
Posters: Events and ScholarshipMC2009/71File MC2009/71-V: Various 

Posters about campus events and various scholarships.

 
Prayer: PhotographMC2010/107 

Photograph of a circle of students in prayer.

 
Presentation: Wright, Dr. NathanMC2011/73 

Dr. Nathan Wright, African-American leader, educator, and activist presents, "What Black Educators Are Saying."

 
President's Files: Helman CorrespondenceMU2020/29b Miscellaneous correspondence (the 1960's through 1986) by President A. Blair Helman: HO - Z. Topics include: Honor Graduates Dinner, May Day, Oak Leaves, the Center for the Study of Socialist Education (Kent State University), the United Nations Flag, along with correspondence and materials related to the life of Jean Childs Young,1980 MC honorary degree recipient,and of her husband, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Andrew Young. 
President's Office: Departments and DivisionsMU2012/103 Box 3 

President's Box #3: Departments and Divisions.

 
Previously Accessioned and Unaccessioned Posters and Articles From Manchester College MC2009/71 Entire Collection 

A large collection of materials ranging from MC2009/7-A  -  MC2009/71-V,j1a,b consisting of  printed and hand-made posters and other memorabilia that accumulated throughout the years in the Manchester College Archives. 

 
Property Deeds, Titles, Abstracts and Articles of Incorporation and CharterMU2016/55 

Deeds of property owned or administered by Manchester College and Mount Morris College, including property divided with the Church of the Brethren. Documents of agreement between MC and Calvin Ulrey and Miriam Ulrey. Lots including Railroad Addition North Manchester (Judge John Comstock). Cook family property. Koinonia. Property associated with Eel River Church of the Brethren. Insurance policies (property/equipment/autos).

1895 articles of incorporation and charter (E. S. Young) - also documents following administration change 1900 and also the formation and dissolution of Manchester College Foundation and Holding Company.

 
Protest: Arm Bands MU2017/40 20 May 1973 stating the reason some individuals are wearing arm bands. 
Protest: Moratorium DayMU2017/43 Newspaper clippings primarily focusing on student unrest (1969), student moratorium of MC classes to protest Vietnam War (Oct. 1969), "Moratorium Day Ends with Burning of Cards," burning of draft cards (16 October 1969), Anti-War Literature Distributed on Vietnam Moratorium Day," armbands symbolize anti-war garb, "Moratorium is Slow in Indiana," "Moratorium Day Demonstrations Expected to Include Millions, War Protests in Churches, in Streets, on Campus," "Peace-In-Vietnam March Starts at North Manchester Church of Brethren" (1967), peace bus travels to Washington, D.C. (1971), "A Statement Regarding The Manchester College Program During The Final Two Weeks Of The 1969-70 School Year," "High School, College Students Impressed With Order, peacefulness During March," "Classes Continue as MC Students Strike" (24 April 1972...and many other Vietnam/Manchester College protest related newspaper stories. 
Public Program Series: Peabody ContributionMU2013/41 Confirmation of financial contribution from Peabody Retirement Community to help offset expenses for the college's Public Program Series presentation of the Big Band Salute to Glenn Miller. 
Public Relations: News Releases and News ClippingsMU2016/1 News releases and news clippings 1996 - 1997 - 1998 - 1999 -  2000 - 2001 - 2002 - 2003. Not all of these releases have been recorded.  More work is needed. 
Public Relations: PhotographsMU2012/80 Photographs of faculty, staff, students, alumni, college events, athletics, etc. circa 2001, 2002, 2003. 
Public Relations: PhotographsMU2012/81 Photographs, negatives and contact sheets primarily from 2003. 
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual MediaMU2012/127 Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012. Photographs include pictures of the members of the administration and Board of Trustees. Special members of the faculty are also recognized with a picture. 
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual MediaMU2012/120 Photographs, negatives and other forms of visual media from Public Relations. Most pictures are from 1994 and include students,professors, and campus events such as Homecoming, May Day Weekend and Graduation. 
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual Media, MU2012/123 Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012. Pictures include Philanthropy Convocations and awards, graduation photos from different years, Homecoming images, faculty and student pictures, PERC and athletics photographs, music images, and campus scenes.  
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual Media, MU2012/124 

Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012. Many pictures of students, events, and faculty/staff circa the mid to late 1990's.  Pictures from other years offer campus scenes, Fall 2003 Service Day at North Mandchester Historical Society, Fun Fest and more.

 
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual Media, MU2012/128 Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012.  
Public Relations: PostersMC2009/71: Entire Collection 

This is a large collection of printed and hand-made posters along with other memorabilia that had accumulated thorugh the years in the Manchester College Archives. 

 
Religious ActivitiesReligious Activities: Information 

See: Aurora 1919 p.45; Gospel Messenger 13 January 1945 p.9; 3 March 1945 p.9; Oak Leaves 10 November 1960 p.1.  

See also: "Outreach Ministry Teams" under Religious Activities.

 
Religious Activities on CampusMC2009/27 

A broad collection dealing with campus ministry and religious activities.

 
Religious Activities, Aid Society BibleMC2009/25 

Possibly the Aid Society Bible with signatures of (President) E. M. Crouch, Sadie Stutsman, L. W. Shultz and many more.

 

See Also: Annual Bible Institute.

 
Religious Activities: GeneralMC2002/237a  

Fieldwork, ministerial association, chapel, deputation team, youth leaders lab, cell groups, Methodist student movement, fellowships, retreats, Student Christian Union.

 
Religious Emphasis WeekMC2003/244 

Religious Emphasis Week:

  • "Meet the Master" booklet, dated 10 January 1956.
  • Program for 1958 Christian Emphasis Week.
 
Religious Emphasis WeekReligious Activities: Additional Information For additional material on Religious Activities - Religious Emphasis Week, see:  Manchester College Bulletin, January 1951 p.1; January 1953 p.1. 
Religious Emphasis Week, Focus on Faith, PosterMC2004/41 Focus on Faith Week Poster. 
Residence Life: PhotographsMC2004/131 

A group of photographs representing Parents' Weekend, Hog Roast Weekend 1993 , the All-American Women's Baseball League 1993,  the Ikenberry Serenade 1991, Student Visitation Day, as well as other events.  Many students and individuals in the pictures are identified.

 
Rogers, IngridFaculty/Staff Boxes 46-48: Rogers, Ingrid 

Material related to Ingrid Rogers.

 
Rohrs, DennisFaculty/Staff Boxes 46-48: Rohrs, Dennis K. 

Material related to Dennis Rohrs, assistant and associated professor of music and Director of Bands. A1963 a news release states that Dr. Rohrs had submitted his resignation to become associate professor of music and director of bands at Wisconsin State College, Wisconsin.   The news release indicates Dr. Rohrs had been a member of the Manchester College Faculty since 1959.

See Also: Oak Leaves, 17 November 1960 p.2 (photo).

 
Royer, Mildred Stackhouse: Scrapbook. 1936 - 1938MC2006/19 Personal scrapbook covering Mildred Stackhouse Royer's student life from 1936 - 1938. 
Rural Life Association CollectionMC2002/240 

Material related to The Rural Life Association that as founded in 1942 with the support of the Quakers, the Mennonites, and the Church of the Brethren.

 
Scholarships: Names and LocationMU2012/117 Master File 

Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations. 

 
Scholarships: Names and LocationMU2012/117 File Folders #3, #4 Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations. Information related to the 1980's and 1990's through the 2000's. 
Scholarships: Names and LocationMU2012/117 File Folders #16, #17, #18, #19, #20 

Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations.

 
Scholarships: Names and LocationMU2012/117 File Folders #21, #22, #23, #24, #25, #26, #27, #28, #29, #30 Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations. 
Scholarships: Names and LocationMU2012/117 File Folders #51, #52, #53, #54, #55, #56, #57, #58, #59, #60, #61, #62 

Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations.

 
Scholarships: Names and Location Detailed Folder DescriptionMU2012/117 File Folder #1 Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations Detailed description of folder contents. File #1 details activity in the 1950's and 1960's. 
Schutz, J. RaymondMC2011/227, Folders 1 - 16 J. Raymond Schutz - a man of many capabilities.  He was a professor at Manchester College, husband, father and farmer, public speaker, pastor and minister of the First Brethren Church in North Manchester, Indiana, candidate for Congress in 1932 (Indiana) and a contendor in the 1936 race for Governor. The researcher can get a feel for Pre WWII Indiana and Indiana during war.  Letters to soldiers are included as well as the names of men from North Manchester who were killed in the war.  Topics include: Prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and the impact of Hitler 's Germany on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary with Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements. 
Schutz, J. RaymondMC2011/227, Folders 17 - 22  

A large collection designated as MC2011/227 and divided into 5 folder groupings; [1-16], [17-22], [23-44], [45-83]. Schutz was a professor at Manchester College, as well as a farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 Governor's race. He was a Kiwanis Club official and Chairman of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. The collection describes Indiana before and during WWII.  Schutz corresponds with soldiers and provides names of North Manchester men killed in combat. Topics of import include; prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and Hitler's impact on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.

 
Schutz, J. RaymondMC2011/227, Folders 23 - 44 

A large collection designated as MC2011/227 and divided into 5 folder groupings; [1-16], [17-22], [23-44], [45-83]. Schutz was a professor at Manchester College, as well as a farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 Governor's race. He was a Kiwanis Club official and Chairman of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. The collection describes Indiana before and during WWII.  Schutz corresponds with soldiers and provides names of North Manchester men killed in combat. Topics of import include; prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and Hitler's impact on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.

 
Schutz, J. RaymondMC2011/227, Folders 45 - 83  A large collection designated as MC2011/227 and divided into 5 folder groupings; [1-16], [17-22], [23-44], [45-83]. Schutz was a professor at Manchester College, as well as a farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 Governor's race. He was a Kiwanis Club official and Chairman of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. The collection describes Indiana before and during WWII.  Schutz corresponds with soldiers and provides names of North Manchester men killed in combat. Topics of import include; prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and Hitler's impact on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements. 
Schutz, J. RaymondMC2011/227, Folders 84 - 120, and remaining items 

A large collection designated as MC2011/227 and divided into 5 folder groupings; [1-16], [17-22], [23-44], [45-83]. Schutz was a professor at Manchester College, as well as a farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 Governor's race. He was a Kiwanis Club official and Chairman of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. The collection describes Indiana before and during WWII.  Schutz corresponds with soldiers and provides names of North Manchester men killed in combat. Topics of import include; prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and Hitler's impact on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.

 
Schwalm, Vernon: Correspondence Folders 1 - 20MC2006/13: Schwalm's Confidential Files - Folders 1-20 The materials in these folders were identified, probably by Schwalm, as "confidential files."  They contain personal, College, and Church of the Brethren related correspondence.   
Schwalm, Vernon: Correspondence Folders 147 - 160 MC2006/13: Schwalm's Confidential Files – Folders 147 - 160  

Vernon Schwalm's family and personally related materials,including family genealogy, family history, biographical sketch, resume, staement written for honorary degree,  "Oak Leaves" article recalling the campus during WWII, letters of appreciation. Family letters and letters from those who are "like family." Early photograph of Vernon and Florence Studebaker Schwalm and intimate letters between husband and wife. Personal correspondence regarding hospitalization, insurance and financial matters.Some materials ar confidential and are marked accordingly. Folder 148 - card from Schwalm's mother requesting that he does not move to "the wild west" (probably Kansas).

 
Schwalm, Vernon: Correspondence Folders 21-44MC2006/13: Schwalm's Confidential Files - Folders 21- 44 The materials in these folders were identified, probably by Schwalm, as "confidential files." They contain personal, College, and Church of the Brethren related correspondence.  
Schwalm, Vernon: Correspondence with Andrew CordierMC2006/13: Schwalm's Confidential Files 

Decades of correspondence between Vernon Schwalm and Andrew Cordier. Cordier gives detailed accounts of behind-the-scenes activity at the United Nations during the Cold War, and the reader can watch the situation in the Congo unfold.  Cordier's role in the Cuban missile Crisis is described to Schwalm as are events on the Columbia University campus during a period of student uprising in the the 1960's. Cordier is always in the thick of things and his descriptions of political figures and events are intriguing.

 
Shroyer, Harold and Mildred Shroyer Young: Photograph Collection 1933-1934MU2012/126 Many photographs belonging to Harold Shroyer and Mildred Inez Shroyer Young, who attended Manchester College. Harold's images were taken between 1929 and 1933.  Mildred's pictures are dated 1933-1934. They offer an interesting and not often seen perspective to resident life. 
Slides, An AssortmentMC2010/77 

This is a true assortment of slides including but absolutely not limited to:

Campus and building shots, recruitment and publicity photos, construction, students and January term trips 1996, theater, radio station, Homecoming 1994, High School Band Day, children's gymnastics, Planned Giving presentation, fountain, Mexico Indiana Old Folks Home, Historic black and white shots including football, track, fountain, student with globe.

 
Speakers and Performers at Mancheser College: Newspaper ClippingsMU2017/74 Newspaper clippings related to speakers and performers sponsored by Manchester College: Carl Holl brings General Electric Company's "House of Magic" (undated), African American baritone, William Warfield (1963), the Four Freshman  (1963), Andrew Cordier (1963), Elizabeth Eiselen  (1963), Stanton Evans (1963), Mulford Sibley (1963), Dennis Baley (1963),  Albert Ravenholt, Joe Nixon, Clay Syler (1963), Harry Zeller (1963), Ernest Simmons (1963), Bruce Ergood (1963), Rev. John Sadiq (1963), Hollis Summers (1963) Willard Hanna (1963), Rabbii Maurice Davis (1963), Henry Steele Commager (1963), George Norris (1963),  Albert Ravenholt (1963), Ralph Shively (1963), Roger Fredrikson(1963), Theodore Hesburgh (1967), "Sons of Thunder" (1973), Robert Guralnick (1975?), Floyd Fithian, Senator Gene Snowden(1981),  Alice Friman (1985), Dr. John Robinson, Kathy Kelly, Dr. Eugene Roop, Dr. Thad Godish (1991), "Sounds of Hope" European concert tour group (1992), "Redcliff" (1992), Robert Channing  (1992), Steve Geyer (1992), Roger Fredrikson(1963), Eli Chacour "Blood Brothers" (1993), The Modernaires (1993), Greg Smith Singers (1993),  Bill Pelke (1993), Governor Robert Orr, Carlos Barbera and Giandomenico Picco  (1995), Heather Forest (1995), Chuck Collins (1996), Dr. Derek Penslar (1996), Dr. William Thomas (1996), "Prayer for World Peace" presented by Tibetan Buddhist (2003), Holocaust survivors share accounts (2003), Ferenc Miczlivetz (2003),Clyde Prestowitz (2004), Scott Rutter (2004).Zia Mian (undated). Nels Ferre, (undated). 
Stahly, Cora Miller: BookletMU2019/98 The book, "In Memory of Ida Miller Winger, By Her Husband, Otho Winger," presented to Cora Stahly. 
Stauffer, Barbara Fuller: VietnamMC2011/24 

Barbara Stauffer Fuller is accompanied by her husband.  Also included are Bill and Peggy Herrod.  She speaks about reconstruction aid to Vietnam and her experience when visiting North and South Vietnam March 27 - April 10 (      ).

 
Stine, A. M.MC2008/208: Edith Miller Collection  

"We Are What We've Come From," the family and life of A. M. Stine.  This object has been placed with geaneological materials in alphabetical order in the Archives Office.  This booklet is part of the Edith Miller Collection MC2008/208.

A. M. Stine married Bertha Miller Neher following the death of Bertha's first husband, Levi Neher.  Bertha was a sister-in-law to Manchester College President, Otho Winger.

 
String Festival: Vernon Stinebaugh CollectionMU2013/132 

Letters, photographs and publications surrounding the highly recognized Manchester College String Festival

Finished score of "Danza" by Vaclav Nelhybel - composed in honor of Vernon Stinebaugh and the String Festival.

 
Studebaker, George and Mary: Diaries and Autograph BooksMC2011/90a,b,c,d 

MC2011/90a: Autobraph book belonging to Mary (Mollie) and Andrew Studebaker.  This book begins 1880 or 1881.

MC2011/90b: Autograph book of Mary Simonton (Mollie) and George Studebaker,  circa 1881.

Two diaries MC2011/90c and MC2011/90d dated 1888 and 1936 belonging to George Studebaker.

 
Student Photographs: Band, circa 1980'sMC2008/180 Funnystudent band photograph circa the middle 1980's including Dab Dobbs, Patti Bickel, Dianna Mutch (Brown), and Cynthia Hoff. 
Student Pictures of the 1890'sMU2014/155a,b,c A group of female students holding lilacs, 1897. Class, probably with Alice King (Ebey) as instructor, 1897. Group of female students with Alice King in the center - 1898. Group picture taken 18 May 1898. 
Student Volunteer Band, Constitution, 1921MC2003/8 

Booklet entitled "Constitution of the Student Volunteer Band of Manchester College" dated 1921. 

See Also:  Volunteer services.

See also: Volunteer Services
Students: Dorm Life and Campus Scenes, 1933-1949MU2013/150 Photographs showing student life and campus scenes at Manchester College, 1933-1949.  
Students: Photographs, 1890 - 1900'sMC2003/35 

Classrooms: Groups of Students/Classes Photograph Collection-Oversized.  Pictures from 1890 through the 1900's. Mount Morris ladies in front of residence. Halloween. Joseph Cunningham.

 
Students: Photographs, 1932MC2003/357 

Dean Beery Photograph Collection, including  photographs of Manchester College theater, Homecoming, May Day 1932. Many of these pictures are from the 1930's.

 
Sunday SchoolMC2010/147 Copy of an invitation to attend the interdenominational "College Sunday School" featuring "...five vitally interesting classes."  Professors giving classes are Paul Keller, Ercell Lynn, Gladdys Muir, R. Wayne Rieman, and Dr. Charles Morris. 
Sunday School Day in the College Chapel, 1899MC2004/706-3 

Chapel: Sunday School Day in the College Chapel, 18 January 1899, with notes of lecture by Emma Bowman.

Other speakers included:

A, I. Mow, Edna Puterbaugh, E. M. Crouch, Owen Cottrell, Edson J. Ulrey, Mrs. T. T. Myers, Gorman Heeter, J. W. Kitson, J. R. Miller, Mrs. Emma Garver, Mrs. Kate Hollinger, Mrs. W. Wright, I. L. Burkey, Alice King, M. M. Sherrick, S. D. Royer.

 
Switzer, Jo Young: Inauguration MaterialsMC2007/136-1, 136-2, 136-3 Materials in preparation for and pertaining to the inauguration of Manchester College President, Jo Young Switzer. 
Symphonic Band and Stage Band: Posters MC2009/91a,b 

Symphonic Band / Stage Band (1971) poster and Symphonic Band poster (earlier poster).

1. MC2009/89aL 8.5" x 11" poster for Symphonic Band and Stage Band concert for 28 Frebruary 1971.

2. MC2009/89b: Poster with photo for Symphonic Band, David C. McCormick, Director,  McCormick taught at the College from 1956-1959 and from 1967-1970.  The poster has a photograph of the band.

 
Taize Worship ServiceMC2003/319  

Taize Worship Clipping Collection.

See Also:  The News-Journal, 13 November 2002 p.5B.

 
Tall Oaks: Guest BooksMU2013/154 Guest books from Tall Oaks, residence of Manchester University president.  Signatures span June 1994 through Christmas 2009. 
Theatrical Productions: PhotographsMU2014/10 Photographs of theatrical productions and musicals at Manchester University throughout the years. 
Thomas, Frances SmithAlumni Box 187: Thomas, Frances Smith 

Frances Smith Thomas, Manchester College alumna, Class of 1939.  Student of Cordier, friend of Coretta Scott King and Yolanda King, educator, scholar, activist and musician.

See also:

  • Frances wrote a song about Manchester College. It can be found in the Music Filing Cabinet (IIS).
  • transcript of Frances Smith Thomas' memorial service, MC2007/134
 
Thompson, RobertMU2018/89 The Manchester College related photograph collection of Robert Thompson (MC 1934). These photographs give a glimpse at student life between 1930-1934, and an aerial view of the Church of the Brethren Annual Conference at Manchester College held during the summer of 1929. 
Town of North Manchester: PhotographsMC2004/286 

Photographs & postcards of scenes in North Manchester:

  • Sheller Hotel (Hospitality House).
  • Wooden sign covered with snow--Main View
  • North Manchester's Main St. in about the 1950's.
 
Ulrey Genealogical MaterialMC2007/140 Ulrey reunion documentation, letters, stories. 
Ulrey, Calvin and MiriamMC2006/41 Ulrey and Buck photograph album.  
Van Der Weele, WayneMC2010/28 

Numerous programs, photographs, publications and items of interest about Manchester College received from Wayne Van Der Wheele, alumnus, MC Class of 1949.

Manchester Symphony Orchestera, programs from the 1940's.

One copy of "Manifesto," Vol. 1, No. 14, "Above All Nations is Humanity," April 1947, published monthly by the journalism section of Students for Federal World Government of Manchester College, Editor in chief, Cecil Powell.

 
Video, Historical: Holl, Carl - Circa the 1930'sMU2013/90 This video begins with shots of Native American men, Chief Godfroy and his brother, along with President Winger.The football team runs out and the marching band plays. There are clips of College life in the 1930's and two segments are marked as Carl Holl films. The filmaker documents the May Day Queen and her court and various faculty/staff on campus, C. W. Holl No. 2. Probably film of a football (basketball?) trip to Niagara Falls to play the University of Buffalo - MC-21 UB-6. The movie shows a railroad track and train cars marked (in chalk?) "Manchester Special" - "We Got The Bacon!" Pictures of triumphant arrival back in North Manchester? C. W. Holl No. 3 - This segment documents a football game. 
Volunteer ServicesMC General File: Volunteer Services 

Volunteer Services records.

  • Minutes, general info, mission statements, Ambassadors, "Manchester Serves..." booklet

See Also: Aurora 1996 ed. p.15; Church of the Brethren; Manchester College Bulletin November 1975 p.2; Missionary Visitor 11.6 (June 1909) p.186-189; 18.3 (March 1916) p.118-119; 21.3 (March 1919); 21.10 (Oct 1919) p.287; Oak Leaves 24 September 1964 p.1; 5 November 1964 p.2; Religious Activities Student Volunteer Band; Photo Box 71.

 
Walker, Wilmer: CollectionMU2019/59 

Wilmer Walker's photographs and Manchester College memorabilia and diplomas:Two Year Normal (1926) and Bachelor of Science (1939). Biographical information about Wilmer and Helen Walker.

Materials related to the dedication(October 2017) of the Wilmer and Helen Walker Active Learning Classroom.

See also images on Archives Network - Alumni File

 
Wampler, Sadie Irene Stutsman: Hand O Graphs BookMC2011/126 

Sadie Stutsman Wampler graduated from Manchester College in 1916.  This is the same year that she began entries in "The Hand O Graphs" book, and kept make entries for years following. This book comes with the instructions: Place your hand, palm downwards, on the paper and trace outline.  There are a couple examples given, and then the individual is on her own to gather outlines of the hands of friends, family and celebrities on the following pages.  It is like an autograph book for hands.  The name of the individual is also recorded along with the date.

 
WBKE Radio Station: Office ContentsMU2017/92 Memorabilia, plaques of recognition, and records from the former WBKE Radio Station in the Winger Fine Arts Building after the station's move to broadcast online (circa 2017). 
Weimer, Orpha and Harry Collection: Manchester College Experience, 1927MC2011/189 

Below is a small representation of this collection's holdings.  See the accession page for a more extensive list of photographs and memorabilia:

"The Speaker of Tau Kappa Alpha, Golden Anniversary, 1908 - 1958," Vol. XL, No. 3, March, 1958, a booklet published four times a year.  Tau Kappa Alpha is a speech fraternity. 

Orpha Jackson Weimer's scrapbook from her senior year of college, 1926-1927 including:

  • Ditch Day, May Day, Freshman - Sophomore water fight, graduating Class picture, athletic competitions, Senior Banquet, nature hikes, Philophronian and Philalethean memorabilia, May Day Court with Queen, Mother's and Daughter's Banquet, and Commencement week program for 1927.
  • Picture of shelved cans at the Weimer Canning Factory in North Manchester.
  • Manchester College marching band.

Group photograph of MC male students.

Female student in MC Chemistry library.

Photograph of football team, presumably circa early 1920's.

Photograph of Manchester College Philophronian members in the summer of 1923.

 
West End Chapel or West End MissionMC2007/50 

Photograph of West End Chapel, (also called West End Mission) at time of dedication.  Short reflection on its history by Prof. Bill Eberly.

 
West, Dan: Family and Heifer Project Photographs and MemorabiliaMC2011/208: Janet Schrock 

An assortment of photographs and memorabilia about Dan West, his family and Heifer Project. These items were given to Janet Schrock, Dan West's daughter, by different individuals, including videographer, David Sollenberger.

 
Wine, Norman: CollectionMU2014/42 Materials related to Norman B. Wine - biography and related artifacts, diplomas, Auroras, Manchester College Bulletins reflecting his time with the Board of Trustees, congregational anniversary items for the Southern Ohio District of the Church of the Brethren. 
Winger, OthoMC2002/104u 

Large box filled with Otho Winger materials.

 
Winger, Otho: Book and PamphletMU2014/64 Otho Winger's book titled, "Memories of ...Manchester," and a pamphlet describing Winger's contributions to Manchester College since assuming the presidency in 1911. 
Winger, Otho: Faculty ProspectsMC2006/13: File Folder Case - Faculty and Prospects Letters President Otho Winger's correspondence regarding faculty prospects primarily for the 1920's. 
Winger, Otho: State Official LettersMC2006/13: File Folder Case - State Official Letters 

President Winger's correspondence with the State of Indiana as he strives to certify Manchester as a "standard college." This involves heavy financial requirements.These letters also deal with State of Indiana requirements for teaching certifications. The story behind the abandoning of the Academy. Corresondence 1917 - 1928.

 
Winger, President Otho: CollectionMC2010/200 

Manchester College and Church of the Brethren related letters, pamphlets, photographs, Sunday school records, newspaper articles, interesting pieces of local and national history, diaries, wedding invitations, datebooks, publication agreements, resumes of applicants from the Albert Teaching Agency and more.

 
Witkovsky, DelmaFaculty/Staff Boxes 46-48: Witkovsky, Delma 1967 news clipping, "Farewell Party For Mrs. Witkovsky," ....Cafeteria workers at Oakwood Hall at Manchester College held a surprise party honoring Delma Witkovsky..." 
World War Two - Record CollectionMC2011/132 

A series of recordings done for Homecoming 1943.  They might have been pre-recorded for broadcast by WOWO Ft. Wayne.  They show the effects that WWII had on Manchester College.

  • War has taken 3/4th of our boys.
  • Intercollegiate football and basketball are part of war casualities.
  • College feels deeply the tragic effects of war.
  • 165 freshmen enrolled.
  • Enrollment of 270 women and 90 men. This unbalance among men and women makes life interesting (that is, for the men).

 

 
Worship Materials: When A Man Meets GodMU2017/34 Bob Wagoner and Shirley Williams write the preface for this collection of worship materials titled, "When A Man Meets God." "One day toward the latter part of the spring term at Manchester College, 1951, two persons walked into the office of the Director of Religious Activities, Prof. T. Wayne Rieman, and quietly began ransacking his worship files"........"This collection of worship materials has primarily been gathered from worship services that have been written and organized by students at Manchester College.  Most of it has been done under the direction and inspiration of Tim Rieman, and our debt of gratitude to him is beyond measure." 
Y.M.C.A.: Handbook CollectionMC2004/497 

Y.M.C.A.: Manchester College Handbook Collection.  Handbooks produced by the Y.M.C.A. and Y.W.C.A. groups on campus.  Collection includes 1925-26, 1926-27, 1930-31, 1931-32, 1935-36, 1936-37, 1937-38, 1938-39, 1939-40, 1940-41, 1941-42.

 
Y.M.C.A.: MaterialsMC2003/50 

Clipping of photograph of pile of clothing and various students (names not provided).  Caption reads, "Manchester College YMCA Members Ship Relief Clothing."

See Also:

Relief and Rehabilitation

Religious Activities

 
Y.M.C.A.: TopicsMC2004/706-1 Y.M.C.A.: Card listing topics for meetings during the spring term of 1894. 
Y.W.C.A., Y.M.C.A., PhotographsReligious Activities: Additional Information 

See also:  Y.M.C.A.; Y.W.C.A.; Photo Box 75.

 
Y.W.C.A.: CollectionMC2003/1 

Y.W.C.A. Collection.

See Also: Mountaineer; Oak Leaves, 5.1 (Oct 1917) p.11; 22 October 1964 p.1; Religious Activities.

 
Young, Andrew: Address for Cordier Auditorium MC2011/1 wave sound and MP4 

A video of Andrew Young speaking at the dedication of Cordier Auditorium on the Manchester College campus 23 September 1978. 

 
Young, Jean ChildsAlumni Box 187: Young, Jean Childs 

Materials relating to MC alumna, Jean Childs Young and her husband Andrew Young.

 
Young, Jean Childs: Materials and PhotographsMC2007/35 

Materials and photographs related to Jean Childs Young: 1953 May Day Queen, Manchester College alumna, 1954, wife of Andrew Young (married June 1954), and Manchester College honorary doctorate recipient.

 
Young, Menno and Viola: Collection 1898 - 1924MU2014/82 

A collection of Manchester College and Church of the Brethren materials belonging to Menno and Viola (Rau) Young, who attended Manchester during 1898-1899.  Materials range from 1898 to 1924.

 
Zimmerman, Jean: Faculty/Staff and PhotographsFaculty/Staff Boxes: Zimmerman, Jean 

Material related to Jean Zimmerman as part of the Manchester College Faculty/Staff.

See Also: Photographs of Jean Zimmerman with her husband, Professor Gary Zimmerman located in Faculty/Staff photos: Gary Zimmerman

 

These items in the Church of the Brethren collection may also be helpful:
Click on the record's record number to see the full record information.
TopicRecord #Description Summary
Barkdoll, SadieBrethren People File: Barkdoll, Sadie 

Information related to Sadie Barkdoll.

 

 

 
Bethel Church of the Brethren, Milford, IndianaBC2011/19 

An extensive collection of the Bethel Church of the Brethren.

 
Brethren People: Miller, Phyllis Louise GibbelBrethren People File: Miller, Phyllis Bulletin from the funeral of Phyllis Louise Gibbel Miller, MC Class of 1953. 
Church of the Brethren, Dallas Center, Iowa: Centennial and HistoryBC2007/23 Church of the Brethren, Dallas Center, Iowa, Centennial and history. 
Church of the Brethren: Beliefs and StoriesBC2018/14 A collection of pages copied from an undocumented source.  It includes not just a description of Brethren beliefs, but accompanying stories. 
First Church of the BrethrenCOB General File: First Church of the Brethren, Chicago First Church of the Brethren, Chicago, IL, 1925 Dedication program. Seventy-fifth Anniversary Celebration booklet (2000) with history and photographs. 
Krebiehl Bible: Family BibleBC2011/20 

The Krebiehl Bible is a German bible that might have been printed in Holland circa 1600.  The bible is from the Rossville Church of the Brethren, Indiana.  Family history is traced from 1762.


 
Ladoga Area Church of the Brethren: RecordsBC2015/1 

Primary source material for Ladoga area Brethren: Raccoon Creek, Cool Spring, Bethel, Mount Pleasant, Little Walnut, Bethany, Ladoga, including but not limited to: Congregational minutes, histories, sermon notes, financial records, and transfer of membership letters (19th and 20th century) including Brethren from Four Mile (Indian Creek).

 
Loon Creek Church of The Brethren: RecordsBC2017/10 Records of the Loon Creek Church of the Brethren of the South Central District of the Church of the Brethren. 
Miller, Donald : Brethren PeopleBrethren People File: Miller, Donald E.  Materials related to Donald E. Miller, former professor of Christian Education and Ethics and Director of Graduate Studies at Bethany Theological Seminary in Oak Brook, Illinois, former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren, and former Manchester College Trustee. 
Mow, Baxter: Brethren PeopleBrethren People File: Mow, Baxter Material related to Baxter Mow, husband of Anna Mow.   
Nees, Opal PenceBrethren People File: Nees, Opal Pence Opal Pence Nees, Manchester College Class of 1950, served as Director of Religious Activities at Elizabethtown College in Pennsylvania and a former pastor in the Church of the Brethren. 
South Central Indiana District: Congregational FilesBC2016/16 

Files of the South Central Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren, including congregational correspondence with the District Minister and church histories: Anderson, Arcadia, Arcadia/Windfall Yoked Fellowship, Beech Grove, Bachelor Run, Christ Our Shepherd, Clear Creek, Eel River, Hickory Grove, Howard, Huntington City, Kokomo, Lafayette, Liberty Mills, Locust Grove, Logansport, Loon Creek, Lower Deer Creek, Manchester, Marion, Muncie, Nettle Creek, Northview, Peru, Pipe Creek and Guernsey, Pittsburg, Richmond and Richmond/Four Mile Yoked Parish, Rossville, Salamonie, South Whitley, Sweetser, Wabash, West Eel River.

District Minister position description.

Minutes of the Mission-Ministerial Board of the Middle District of Indiana Church of the Brethren (1939).

 
South Central Indiana District: Women's Fellowship RecordsBC2011/23 Financial records for the Church of the Brethren South Central Indiana District Women's Fellowship 2000 - October 2010 with Final Record of 1 January - 30 September 1999.  Fall Fellowship report stating the decision to disband. 
 


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