Clemson University -- History
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 12 Collections and/or Records:
Class of 1939 Records
Collection
Identifier: Mss-0381
Abstract
The Class of 1939 Records are an important resource for documenting life at Clemson college in the mid to late 1930’s, the role of the Class of 1939 in World War II, class reunions, the creation of the Class of 1939 Faculty Award for Excellence, and the development of the South Carolina Botanical Gardens.The records contain architectural drawings, artifacts, audio-visual materials, biographical files, clippings, correspondence, financial information, lists, minutes, necrology...
Dates:
1935 - 2019
Clemson College and Six Mile Creek Dam Photographs
Collection
Identifier: MSS-0402
Abstract
A collection of six black and white photographs depicting buildings at Clemson College and the Six Mile Creek Dam.
Dates:
1929-05-19 - 1937-06-03
William E. Cline Papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss-0404
Abstract
This collection is an important resource for researching life at Clemson College in the immediate pre-World War II period, African Americans in World War II, the 758th Light Tank Battalion, and World War II in Italy. The collection includes artifacts, biographical information, correspondence, photographs, propaganda leaflets, programs, publications, and research materials that document William E. Cline’s education at Clemson College and his service in World War II with the...
Dates:
1898, 1935, 1937-1947, 1953, 1955-1959, 1961, 1963, 1965, 1973, 1981, 1983, 1985 2006, 2014-2015
Historic Houses Office Records
Collection
Identifier: Series-0360
Abstract
The records of the Historic Houses Office are of particular value to those researching Clemson’s founding history through its built environment and to those interested in understanding the university’s record of historic preservation. This collection contains all office and departmental records pertaining to the activities of the Historic Houses Office (now called the Department of Historic Properties).
The collection comprises meetings, agendas, budgets and personnel records as well as...
Dates:
1989 - 2019
W. K. Lewis, Jr. Papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss-0380
Abstract
The W. K. Lewis, Jr. Papers document the history of Clemson College in the mid-1930’s, particularly its social aspect, and a few of the activities of the Class of 1937 post-graduation. It also provides information on the dedication of the dormitories that would later become The Quad, which provides housing for members of fraternities and sororities.The Papers consist of correspondence, programs, memorandums, orders, photographs and other material that document his time at Clemson...
Dates:
1933-1938, 1943, 1954-1955, 1965, 1967, 1970, 1984, 1986, 1994
Reminiscences of W. B. Ingalls
Collection
Identifier: MSS-0395
Abstract
A 4 part 7 page handwritten telling of W. B. Ingallls's time as a student at Clemson College from 1928-1932. A letter addressed to 'Ms Littlejohn' dated November 20, 1988 is included with the pages. The letter says this information could be helpful if Littlejohn intends to write any more.
Dates:
1988-11-20
Roy Martin Papers
Collection — Box 1
Identifier: Mss-0171
Scope and Contents
The Martin Papers consist of a biographical sketch (1998), correspondence (letters and postcards, 1935-1945), a 2003 eulogy of Martin delivered by his son Allen, a transcript of an oral history concerning D-Day recorded by Martin in 1995, and report cards from Clemson College (1937, 1939). The May 12, 1998 biographical sketch covers the years 1940-1945, giving an overview of the events covered in the correspondence for that period; it also lists individuals referred to in his letters. The...
Dates:
1935-1945, 1995, 1998, 2003; 1935 - 1945
Clemson Historical Drama Script
Item
Identifier: MSS-0391
Abstract
A 15 page script for a historical drama involving Thomas Green Clemson and Benjamin R. Tillman meeting for the first time.
Dates:
Undated
T. L. Senn Papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss-0386
Abstract
The T. L. Senn Papers provide biographical information regarding Senn’s life, including his time as a student in the Clemson College Class of 1939. The collection is also an important source in documenting the development of the South Carolina Botanical Garden.The Papers include audio-video materials, certificates, correspondence, memoranda, photographs, reports, and other items relating to his time as a student and professor at Clemson and his activities post-retirement, with...
Dates:
1953, 1969-1974, 1979, 1981, 1983, 1985-1993, 1994, 1996, 1998-2000, 2002, 2005, 2007, 2011