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  • Collection: Virginia Tech April 16, 2007 Archives of the University Libraries (MS2008-020)

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Photocopy of a poem that says, "I know you're sad and are afraid / because I see your tears. / I'll not be far, I promise that; / and I hope you'll always know / That my spirit will beclose to you, / wherever you may go. / Thank you so for Loving…

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Handwritten song with notation, "Prayer for Today" (oboe solo)

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Prayer starting "May there be peace on Earth". The items says this is an "Ancient Indian prayer translated from Sanskrit" with a note for Virginia Tech.

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B513_F28_O00075_Song_Undated.pdf
Handwritten note with song and notation, "Prayer for Today" (oboe solo)

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B513_F28_O00076_Poem_Undated.pdf
Letter with poem, "Young People in Blacksburg Virginia" from anonymous writer

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B513_F28_P00346_Poem_Undated.pdf
A typewritten poem starting with the line "On just an ordinary day, a weapon drawn and lives forever changed."

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Poster that says, "Lets go Hokies! VT Believe in what you feel! HDH Help Don't Hurt!"

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Poster that says "VT We Mourn With You" and includes messages and signatures from unknown institution.

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Poster with orange VT and photographs of chidren with their first names and messages.

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Poster with pictures of Norris Hall and a black VT ribbon, a poem, and the names of the 32 victims.

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Poster that says, "32 hearts 32 people 32 lives" and includes 31 cut-out hearts.

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Anonymous handwritten note written on construction paper, expressing sympathy, "The courage + bravery that you all show...", and red hearts drawn across the paper, undated

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Anonymous handwritten note on purple paper expressing sympathy with foam flower and leaf stickers from "Your friends in Delaware", undated

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Anonymous handwritten note on lined paper expressing sympathy, "Dear Virginia Tech community!...", undated

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Anonymous handwritten note divided into four quadrants, one of which includes John 3:16 of the New Testament, with color heart drawings expressing sympathy, undated

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Anonymous handwritten note that says "Tears, Sympathy, Concern, Blessings, Hope...", on standard greeting card with scene from Glacier Park, undated

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Anonymous handwritten note that says "May you have peace that passes all understanding", undated

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Anonymous photograph of group holding a candlelight vigil in front of candles shaped as a fleur de lis, undated

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Photograph of a driveway with Hokie Bird prints going up and a black mourning ribbon under the VT symbol, undated

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Anonymous photograph of military group [probably Air Force of Air Force National Guard] posing in the VT shape, undated

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Photograph of balloons being released into the sky near a clock tower, undated

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Photograph of balloons being released into the sky near a tree and building, undated

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Photograph of parking lot with VT jerseys and shirts hung from the top of the parking lot, undated

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Photograph of parking lot with VT jerseys and shirts hung from the top and tied white balloons, undated

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Photograph of handmade poster banner that says "In Memory of Virginia Tech Hokies", undated

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Anonymous photograph of group of seven students wearing VT colors releasing white balloons in front of a building, undated

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Photograph of parking lot wall with VT shirts hung on it and taped picture of one of the April 16, 2007 victims and taped picture of the flag of Israel, undated

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Anonymous photograph of a group of children and adults in VT colors and holding a VT banner, undated

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Photograph of adults wearing VT colors, some are wearing orange hardhats, undated

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B330_F14_F00009_Card_Undated_002.pdf
Red, handwritten sympathy card with an anonymous group posing in VT colors and handwritten comments on the inside. The front page includes the statement "Today We Are All Hokies", undated

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Photograph of silver Hokie Bird in front of 32 VT flags planted in the grass

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Anonymous handwritten note that says "Peace" with peace sign drawing, undated

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The heart-shaped pillow has “Love” and the initials “SCN” sewed into it and a pink ribbon attached, from an unknown source.

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The stained glass, gold-plated figure is an angel kneeling in prayer with a VT belt. An attached note says it is hand crafted by the Angels of Love organization. The note also says "This angel is freely given - they are never sold."

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An anonymous hand drawn picture from a student of Ellison High School. It has a hand drawn flower in the center with a heart coming from its center. In the heart has VT written in it. There is also words under the flower stating, "Those that died…

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A handwritten letter from Caresse who expresses sympathy toward Virginia Tech. There is a Hokie Respect sticker at the top with hand drawn VT around it. There is alo god bless written on the sides, as well as, a note on the bottom stating, "Texas and…

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F23_C00046_BlueLetter_unknown_undated.pdf
An anonymous handwritten blue letter by a student from, expressing sympathy and sorrow for Virginia Tech. They are also sending love.

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F23_C00046_BlueandHeartLetter_unknown_undated.pdf
An anonymous handwritten letter by a student from Ellison High School, stating "our hearts are with you!"

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An anonymous handwritten green letter by a student from Ellison High School, stating "Sorry for your loss!" It has hand drawn hearts on the side.

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An anonymous handwritten yellow letter by a student from Ellison High School, stating "With Time things will get easier."

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F4_C00446_Letter_Anthony_undated.jpg
A handwritten letter from Anthony who sends sympathy and condolences to the students, encouraging to keep learning and going to school.

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A handwritten note from Maria Flores sending condolences to those who were affected. It has a drawing on a rose in the middle of the page and a heart drawn around her words.

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A handwritten note from Nicky Rivera expressing condolences. They write to keep holding on and sends much love and support. It has drawing on hearts and stars on the border of the note.

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A handwritten letter from Alex Perry, Oakton High School. The letter expresses sympathy to the VT students.

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A handwritten letter from Kyle, Oakton High School. The letter expresses sympathy to the VT students.

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A handwritten letter from Mossih Spingher, Oakton High School. The letter expresses sympathy to the VT students, hoping they will stay strong.

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F54_C00467_Letter_SpencerK_undated.pdf
A handwritten letter from Spencer K, Oakton High School. The letter expresses sympathy to the VT students, especially his brother who was a junior at the school. He expresses support for the university and hope for the students and their future.

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F66_M00274_Letter_AllisonM_undated.jpg
A handwritten letter from Allison M. The letter expresses sympathy to the VT students, stating that this day and the students will never be forgotten.

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F66_M00274_Letter_KatelynHarrell_undated.jpg
A handwritten letter from Katelyn Harrell. The letter expresses a positive message of condolences and sympathy to the VT students. Katelyn hopes that the letter that will help with the grieving.

Ms2008_020_April162007Archives_B340_F66_M00274_Letter_MartinEturralde_undated.jpg
A handwritten letter from Martin Eturralde. The letter expresses a positive message of condolences and sympathy to the VT students. Under the message, there is a drawing of a small red rose.
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