Ph reno-Adelphic contest materials, 1915-1918
Scope and Contents
The Adelphic Society records, 1882-1929 and undated, has been arranged into four series: Organizational papers, Financial records, Publications, and Miscellaneous.
The Organizational papers (1882-1923) series includes the official documents of the Adelphic Society, its Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of Order, both in manuscript and published form. Also included is the original certification document from the state of Illinois, 12 May 1884. The bulk of this series consists of Secretary's minutes and roll call lists.
The Financial records (1883-1929 and undated) series includes four bound Treasurer's notebooks dating from 1883 to 1902 and 1915 to 1920. These books all contain indices, with individual financial reports for each member of the society. Treasurer's reports are also included for some years, as well as receipts, vouchers, and bank books.
The Publications (1888-1914) series contains three bound editions and several loose issues of the newspaper "Censor." All issues are handwritten.
The Miscellaneous (1889-1918 and undated) series includes programs and tickets for Adelphic Society events. Also in this series is material relating to the Phrenokosmian-Adelphic contests for the years 1915-1918.
Dates
- Creation: 1915-1918
Creator
- From the Collection: Augustana College and Theological Seminary (Rock Island, Ill.). Adelphic Society (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.2 Cubic Feet (/ 6 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository
639 38th Street
Thomas Tredway Library
Rock Island Illinois 61201 United States
specialcollections@augustana.edu