This collection consists of five independently written histories of the West Baptist Church of Oswego, New York. It includes the Church's early history, the seventy-fifth anniversary, the one hundredth anniversary, and the one hundredth anniversary of laying the cornerstone of the present church structure.
Papers of SUNY Oswego Philosophy Department faculty member Dr. Warren Steinkraus, a professor of religion and philosophy from 1964 to 1987. The papers reflect the varied and wide-ranging interests of Dr. Steinkraus. They include originals and copies of his prolific writings: essays, books, book chapters, editorials, letters to the editors, reports, correspondence, conference papers and speeches, and journal articles.
World War II Memorial Committee's surveys on the service of students, lists of servicemen, letters from servicemen, letters from family members, and photographs. Campus Concept Committee Minutes. Planning for Campus re-construction from 1998-
Papers relating to Sheldon Hall including the history of Sheldon Hall from it's construction to it's close in 1983, due to lack of funds and maintenance problems. Also, the history of Sheldon Hall, from 1983 -1997, which covers the leasing and the renovation of Sheldon Hall to " Historic Renovations, Inc. "
Papers relating the years Dr. Charles S. Turner was affiliated with Oswego State College. Dr. Turner was college dean, acting college president, director of education and department chairman. Papers include correspondence, newspaper clippings, photographs and memorandums.
Isaac B. Poucher, Sheldon's longtime lieutenant, carried on the founder's revolutionary direction as the second principal at Oswego Normal School from 1897 to 1913. He was associated with Oswego Normal School for 50 years. Poucher’s vision led to the construction of what is now Sheldon Hall and buying the land that brought us to the college’s current lakeside location. Graduates continued to carry the Oswego Method into the world and expanded the institution’s reputation and legacy.
The professional collection of James E. Perdue, the seventh President of SUNY Oswego and covers the years from 1963 to 1991. Dr. Perdue oversaw the ongoing physical transformation of the campus landscape and growth in its student and faculty ranks. He spearheaded the opening of the academic quad that includes Hewitt, Penfield Library and Lanigan, Mahar and Tyler Halls; several residence halls including what is known as “New Campus”; dining halls; the Culkin administration building and other spaces still of great use.
The stocks represented in this collection were sold to aid the Oswego River Starch Company of Battle Island, New York [1858], and the Oswego Hotel Corporation of Oswego County [1911]. The most significant part of this collection are the imprints of the Oswego River Starch Company in the 1850’s.
A 21-page scrapbook was created by Violet King Sherman. A decorative scrapbook cover has embossed colorful images of birds and flowers. The scrapbook contains 160 postcards, calling cards, advertising cards and artistic images.
