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Black and white copy prints of students and the campus of Bacone College in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

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Historian. Photocopies of correspondence (1889-1955), reports, and news articles by Chapman regarding the history of Oklahoma, including the history of Lincoln County, of the towns of Chandler, Mountain View and Stillwater, of the Boomers led by David L. Payne, of the alienation of federal lands in Oklahoma, of the loyalty oaths required of the state's collegiate faculty during the early 1950's, of Oklahoma State University, and of Gov. J.C. Walton's proclamation of martial law (1923) in Okmulgee County.

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A transcript of the proceedings (1951) of the opening ceremony for the Jacob Johnson Library at Connors State Agricultural College in Warner, Oklahoma.

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University of Oklahoma president. Correspondence (1899-1943) of Dr. Boyd regarding the establishment of the University of Oklahoma, and Boyd's tenure as its first president; speeches (n.d.) delivered by Boyd; newspaper clippings (-1957) regarding Boyd and the University; employment contracts (1892) between Boyd and the University's Board of Regents; certificates (1903-1924); obituaries and memorials (1936-1937); genealogies of the Boyd and Ross families; programs (1900-1909); songs, music and posters (1902-1907) from the University. Also included is a manuscript by Mary Alice Boyd, daughter of Dr. Boyd, describing the Boyds' years in Arkansas City, Kansas, and in Norman, Oklahoma. David Ross Boyd Photograph Collection is also in repository.

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Black and white original prints of David Ross Boyd, his family, scenes from the first ten years of the University of Oklahoma, including the first faculty, students and buildings. The collection also contains images of the Rough Riders Reunion at Oklahoma City in 1910. David Ross Boyd Manuscript Collection also in repository.

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University official. Reports (1900-1928) of the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents; University financial papers (1906-1915) and faculty lists (1908-1913); and a letter (1933) from Oklahoma Governor William H. Murray to Brigadier General Charles F. Barrett ordering guards posted at the University of Oklahoma football stadium. Emil R. Kraettli Photograph Collection also in repository.

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Correspondence (1964-1966), newspaper and journal clippings (1964-1968), a press release (1966) and a newsletter (1967) regarding Dr. Parker's tenure as Professor of Education at the University of Oklahoma. Also included is a lengthy resume and vita statement of Dr. Parker. Reprint file and Franklin Parker Photograph Collection also in repository.

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Historian. Research materials gathered by Jordan while preparing his dissertation on Joseph S. Murrow and Bacone College, including photocopies of Murrow's diary (1867-1869) and other works by Murrow.

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Vertical File. Newspaper clippings and brochures containing information on selected subjects, events, and places significant to Oklahoma history. This inventory (finding aid) lists the name of each folder in this collection.

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University of Oklahoma librarian. Correspondence (1906-1953) from friends and colleagues regarding the Oklahoma Library Commission and the Oklahoma Library Association, and including a letter from University of Oklahoma President David Ross Boyd regarding the dismissal of Boyd, Rader and numerous faculty colleagues by Governor Charles N. Haskell; minutes (1925) of meetings of the Oklahoma Library Association; constitutions and bylaws (1905-1907) of the Oklahoma Library Association, and of University of Oklahoma student clubs including the Websterian Literary Society and Ka-nun-ta-klage Dramatic Club; Rader's student grade reports (1905-1906) from the University; publications (1901-1952); certificates (1904-1951); and a speech (1952) delivered by Rader at a dinner held in his honor.

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Ledgers (1927-1929); receipts, invoices and bankbooks (1920-1921); legal papers (1920); correspondence (1930-1943); and blueprints (1920), all concerning the Keller-Clarke Seed Store in Shawnee, Oklahoma; together with reports (n.d.) of Oklahoma agricultural colleges; typescripts (n.d.) of radio advertising announcements; minutes (1908) of the Shawnee Fancier's Association; and newspaper clippings (1933-1953). Keller-Clarke Seed Store Photograph Collection also in repository.

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Administrative records, including a report of the president (1917); administrative correspondence (1921-1928); constitutions of the college (1895-1964); papers of the college's Board of Trustees; alumni ballots (1927); and a Certificate of Amended Incorporation. Also included are a yearbook (1914), the "Kingfisher" newsletter (1903-1909), and the "Kingfisher College Bulletin" (1903-1921). Kingfisher College Photograph Collection also in repository.

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Schoolteacher. Clippings (1940-1951) from the Oklahoma Daily and the Pauls Valley (Oklahoma) Enterprise with articles about the history of Oklahoma, Pauls Valley, and Central Christian College (Bartlesville, Oklahoma), along with a printed invitation (1915) to a party at the "Girls' Club Room.".

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Sales representative. A transcript of an interview conducted by Frank A. Balyeat with Butcher, the first freshman enrolled at the University of Oklahoma (1893), recounting his experiences at the University and as superintendent of the West Norman (Oklahoma) schools.

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Professional association. Program, sign-up sheets, and membership lists from the first annual meeting of the Oklahoma Association of College History Professors.

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University of Oklahoma regent. Correspondence (1922-1955) regarding various aspects of the Board of Regents' business, including the Law School, the Alumni Association, the university hospital, and the planning, construction and operation of the University of Oklahoma's Student Union and football stadium; along with the Articles of Incorporation (1923-1928) of the Oklahoma Memorial Union Board of Governors. Raymond A. Tolbert Photograph Collection also in repository.

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Collector. Newspaper clippings, booklets, event programs and broadsides (1910-1912) all regarding student life at Kingfisher College, Oklahoma; an issue (1932) of the "Kingfisher College Alumni News"; and a yearbook (1913-1914) published by the Chaminade Club, an Oklahoma City women's club. Ruth McCornack Photograph Collection also in repository.

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Attorney. A typescript of a speech (1898) by Houston at the laying of the cornerstone of Northwestern State Teachers College, Alva, Oklahoma.

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Black and white original prints of Murray State College at Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

Scope and Contents FULL FINDING AID (PDF)Publications from the Provost, Instructional Services, Research Administration, Research Development, Institutional Research, Honors Program, Center for Research on Multi-Ethnic Education, Carl Albert Congressional Research & Studies Center, International Programs, World Literature Today (Books Abroad), and the University of Oklahoma Press include: Accreditation Self-Studies (1972, 1982); Faculty Handbooks (1950-81); Newsletters including "ICS Focus" (1981-82)"Notes on Teaching" (1980-86); "Research Monthly" (1992-)"Funding Opportunities" ((1992-)"Research News" (1973-75)"Graduate Studies and Research News" (1976-92)"Newsletter for the University of Oklahoma Honors Program" (1974, 1985-86)"OU Advisogram" (1992), and "Cultural Diversity" (1989, 1991);...

Scope and Contents FULL FINDING AID (PDF)Publications from the Vice President, Personnel (Employment) Services, Lloyd Noble Center, Public Safety, Physical Plant, Purchasing and Risk Management, Computing Services, Architectural and Engineering Services, Planning, Auxiliary Services, Information Processing Center, and Parking and Transit Systems include: Administrative Affairs Annual Report (1979-80); Procedures Manual and Guide to Services (1973, 1982); Newsletters including "O.U. Staff Reporter" (1949-55)"OU News and Views" (1961)"OU Secretary" (1980)"Contact" (1985)"Purchasing Newsletter" (1976-92)"University Computing Services" (1969-86)"Auxiliary Services News" (1982)"Telecom" (1985), and "The Parking Pipeline" (1991-); Staff Handbooks (1972-91); Employment Policies Handbooks (1948-68);...

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Records and publications of the Registrar's Office and Admissions Office include: Final Credit Hour Analysis Reports (Bound, 1968-88 & Microfiche, 1988-); Annual Report of the Dean of Admissions and Records (1947-68); "Policies and Procedures: Office of Admissions and Records (1958); Registration Bulletins (1919-25); Instructions for Enrollment (1962-63, 1966-67); Student Admission Profile Report (1969-70); Miscellaneous reports, pamphlets, and brochures (1950-83); and Affiliation of Secondary Schools (1908-19) including "High School Manuals" Bulletins, and rules and regulations.

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Personnel files (1895-1913) comprised of "Faculty Information Reports" arranged alphabetically by person's las name and "Salary Lists" for faculty and others including Rosters (1903-09); Class Schedules drafts (1897-1910) and Programs of Recitations (1908-10); Correspondence between F.E. Knowles and J.D. Lydick (1910) and letters from the registrar to Faculty regarding courses being major or minor courses in the Graduate School (1917); Class Schedules Changes (1945-46) and Class Schedules paste-ups (1935-38).

Scope and Contents FULL FINDING AID (PDF)Publications from the Oklahoma Foundation for the Humanities, Oklahoma Department of Libraries, Oklahoma Teachers' Retirement System, Bureau of Government Research, University School, FAA & Postal Training Centers, Audio-Visual Coordinators of Oklahoma, National Science Foundation, Oklahoma Academy of Science, Conferences, and School of Religion include: "Interview" (1983-84); "ODL Archives" (1984-86); "ODL Source" (1980-85); "TRS Trends" (1980-86, 1991-); Bureau of Government Research publications (1951-71); "Oklahoma Government Bulletin" (1965-67); "The Schooner" (1926); "The Sooner Cub" (1938, 1944); "Audio-Visual News" (1960); "AVCO Newsletter" (1960); "Instatootings" (1960); "New Notes" (1936-37); Miscellaneous Conference programs...

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Publications of the Association and the related Alumni Development Fund, Sooner Associates, and its General Secretary include: Alumni Directory (1913-26); The Alumni Quarterly (1910-11); The Sooner Alumnus (1922-26); OU People (1980-86); The Sooner (1972-79); Sooner Magazine (1928-72); Sooner News-Makers (1959-69); Alumni News Issue (1923-48); University of Oklahoma Alumni News (1969-70, 1978); All-Star University programs (1977-83); Achievement Day Programs/Distinguished Service Citations (1948-54, 1975-77); Newsletters including "Sooners in Sports" (1979-80) and "Sooner Newsletter" (1957); Reports of the General Secretary to Executive Committee (1923-24); Honor Roll (1956-69); The Margin of Quality (1969) and Associates Annual Reports (1980, 1984).

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General Correspondence (1908-1910) including letters regarding the Lyman J. Abbott controversy; Miscellaneous subject files (1895-1911) including materials related to the Board of Regents meetings in 1908-1909; and a series of Oklahoma state legislative acts between 1895 and 1911.

Scope and Contents FULL FINDING AID (PDF)Records and publications from the Athletic Association, Football, Basketball, Baseball, Cross Country, Golf, Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling, Polo, Women's Athletic Association, and the Wesley A. Whittlesey Collection.Collection include: Programs of the Oklahoma Interscholastic Athletic Meet (1905-51); Football Press, Radio, and T.V. Guides (1950-85); Football programs (1903-); "The Boyd Field Illustrated" (1922-39); "The Last Yard" (1930-32); Newsletters including "Bud Wilkinson's Football Letter" (1947-63)"Gomer Jones' Football Letter" (1964-65)"Jim MacKenzie's Football Letter" (1966)"Chuck Fairbanks' O.U. Football Letter" (1970-72)"Chuck Fairbanks' Football Report" (1970-72)"Barry Switzer's Football Report" (1973-74)"Football Newsletter by Coach...

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Publications of the Dad's Association, Mother's Association, University Women's Association and Friends of the Duck Pond include: "Dad's Day Bulletins and programs" (1925-54); "Mother's Day programs" (1934-55); "University Women's Association 25th Anniversary Directory and programs" (1974-75); and an invitation to the re-dedication ceremony of the Duck Pond (1985).

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Charter and bylaws (1949); Reports including General National Director (1949-51), SW Central Region (1954-55), Branch (Norman) (1954-61), and Financial (1958-62); Letters and correspondence (1956-63); and "AAUW Newsletter" (1963-65).

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"Architectural Research Report: Low Cost Housing for Urban Renewal.".