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Rebecca Fordyce (Gayton) scrapbook

 Collection — Volume: 1
Identifier: 9LS-20

Scope and Contents

The Rebecca Fordyce (Gayton) scrapbook contains the one volume scrapbook of Rebecca Fordyce, Bryn Mawr class of 1916. The scrapbook details Fordyce’s years at Bryn Mawr, from 1912 to 1916, with the bulk of the material being from 1912 to 1913.

The scrapbook is comprised of one volume. It contains the usual memorabilia, such as notes from friends, school dance memorabilia, and various official BMC materials. Notably, the scrapbook contains several “sensational” newspaper articles from the time period regarding Bryn Mawr, as well as BMC directories, as well as some articles and notes dealing with the 1913 flood in Youngstown, Ohio. It also contains a very small amount of memorabilia from a trip to Panama in 1913. Some other items of interest are the 1912 and 1914 Finding Lists; the 1916 Graduation program; the 1916 class song; a syllabus from 1st year English Literature (1912-13); a photo of Taylor; envelop of clippings re: May Day ’14; and a piece of crepe paper decoration and two tiny stockings from a dorm Christmas party.

Fordyce’s scrapbook primarily consists of typical Bryn Mawr memorabilia, but as noted above, there are some unique elements. This book is fragile, but able to be used casually. Its assortment of materials would be of value to those interested in Bryn Mawr during the early twentieth century.

Dates

  • Creation: 1912 - 1916

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Standard Federal Copyright Laws Apply (U.S. Title 17)

Biographical / Historical

Rebecca Fordyce Gayton attended Bryn Mawr from 1912-1916. She received her AB in Psychology and Politics and Economics. She co-authored a novel, "Murder in the Cellar," which was published in 1931. She was at various times president of the Youngstown, Phio branches of the League of Women Voters and the AAUW, a member of the Women's Board of the Toungstown Hospital Association, and a trustee of the Toungstown Public Library. She was also a longtime member of the Scribbler's Club. Rebecca Gayton died in 1964.

Extent

1 volumes

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Rebecca Fordyce Gayton attended Bryn Mawr from 1912-1916. She received her AB in Psychology and Politics and Economics. She died in 1964. The Rebecca Fordyce (Gayton) scrapbook contains Fordyce's scrapbook. The scrapbook details Fordyce’s years at Bryn Mawr, from 1912 to 1916, with the bulk of the material being from 1912 to 1913.

Related Materials

Other materials relating to Rebecca Fordyce Gayton may be found in the appropriate alumnae bio file box (most of it concerned with class reunions and other aspects of post-graduate life).

Contents: Bryn Mawr College “Finding List” [directory] 1912 & 1914; Commencement Program & Invitation 1913; Admission materials and BMC admission letters 1912; BMC Information for Students [rules & services] 1912; Handwritten song lyrics (1916 Class Song; tennis song) 1912; Advertisement card for cap & gown company, 1912; BMC Banner show/class play programs 1912 – 1916; Photograph of Taylor Hall 1912; Ribbons/pieces of banners, etc. memorabilia from parties 1912 – 1915; Various College examinations 1912—1916; BMC “Regulation of the Senate In Regards To Written Work” 1912; Newspaper clippings: May Day 1912; Memorabilia from trip to Panama: Booklet from Hamburg-American Line; photograph of passengers; photograph of children in Panama 1913; New York City and Philadelphia playhouse programs 1913-1916; Valentines 1913; Newspaper clipping regarding stolen articles at Bryn Mawr and students’ hesitancy to reveal “sensational” items that had been taken [monogrammed pajamas] 1913; Newspaper clippings: flood of Youngstown, 1913; Class dinner name cards/toast lists with drawings of women 1913; “1912” felt basketball letters; Telegrams from family 1912-1916; Newspaper clippings: May Day 1913; Newspaper clipping: “Sacrificed to Heathen Gods: Four Americans the Victims, One a College Instructor” regarding David Hilt Tennent – BMC professor – killed in New Guinea 1913; Health department “Sports List” cards 1913-1916; Christmas card with photograph 1933

Administrative Information

Title
Rebecca Fordyce (Gayton) scrapbook
Status
Completed
Author
Cassidy Gruber Baruth
Date
June 20, 2017
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

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