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Amherst College. Olio

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Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Amherst College 1928 Olio Photographs and Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MA.00157
Abstract

Amherst College yearbook. Collection includes photographs and artwork used in the 1928 "Olio," along with some material from the 1926 "Olio," additional photographs and correspondence related to the editorial and business matters of the Olio's editorial committee.

Dates: 1925-1928
Found in: Amherst College Archives and Special Collections

Photographs, 1886 - 1890

 File — Box 1, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents

Three group photographs taken between 1886 and 1890. Notes on the backs of the photographs indicate that Fosdick Beach Harrison is included in all three. One is labeled "Olio Board Amherst, Ma."

Dates: 1886 - 1890
Found in: Amherst College Archives and Special Collections / Fosdick Beach Harrison (AC 1890) Papers

"Our Dormitories," a satire from the 1891 Amherst College Olio, 1889

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: BG 1], Folder: 4
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

This sub-series documents South College's role as home to generations of Amherst College Students. Interior and exterior photographs cover over 150 years of the building's history. Historical recollections about local brick- and stoneworks, maintenance requests, and room rate sheets document less visible aspects of administrative work and management.

Dates: Publication: 1889
Found in: Amherst College Archives and Special Collections / Amherst College Buildings and Grounds Collection / Series 1: Campus Buildings / Sub-series A: South College (built 1820-1821)

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Archival Object 2
Collection 1
 
Subject
Photographs 2
Amherst College -- Students 1
 

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