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Record of gifts received in 1898.

Black and white pencil sketch of Dr. Maxime Faget by James Dean.

Pencil sketches of thumbnail for Michael Collins' book, "Liftoff." These sketches include astronauts working outside of the Gemini space capsule.

Ink drawing of the Gemini Capsule for Michael Collins' book, "Liftoff." This piece was drawn by James Dean for the end of chapter 2 in the book.

Ink drawing of Titan II, an intercontinental ballistic missile that was adapted to function as a space launch vehicle. James Dean illustrated the launch of Titan II for Michael Collins' book, "Liftoff."

Pencil sketch of the NASA Space Station by James Dean.

This text is an article for a university publication on the history of affirmative action on campus, written in 1995. This pdf document was created from an existing webpage from the original 125th Anniversary digital exhibit.

Card from Justin Dean of Costa Mesa, CA, c. 2007. Transcriptions reads "We are thinking of you at this time! / From, Justin Dean / Virginia Tech".

This collection contains the diary of Otis Dean, a private in Company E, 56th Massachusetts Infantry during the Civil War. The diary entries begin with January 4, 1865, with Dean listing the uniform and materials issued to him in camp. In very…

Photographs taken of the "Carnival of the Mind" statue. Located at 118 S. Main and sponsored by Tech Bookstore.

This is a handwritten letter from Alex Defiglia from Lindley Elementary School. The letter has a positive message in ways they can change the world to make it a kinder place. It also has a drawing of the world with hearts around it.

Photographs taken of the "Van Gogh Hokie Bird" statue. Originally located at 200 Washington St, Draper, and sponsored by Blacksburg Partnership.

A trade card for a cholera cure depicting on one side an artistic rendering of a woman grieving over Lincoln's grave, with soldiers in either corner.

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A Report from the Department of Health, Education and Welfare on homosexuality, dated October 10, 1969. This report was given to Vice President William McKeefery and included in a file with documentation regarding the decision to accept or reject the…

Audio clip of interview with Karen DePauw where she speaks about her relationship with graduate students

The collection consists of a single letter from Lt. Colonel Clarence Derrick (1837-1907), 23rd Battalion, Virginia Infantry, to President Andrew Johnson (which Derrick misspells as "Johnston"), dated June 17, 1865. Derrick writes to petition his…

The poem "Hope" by Emily Dickinson with an image of a feather, marked "Copyright 2008, Good Grie Resources, LLC."

This is a handwritten letter from Gianlusa Didio from Lindley Elementary School. The letter has a positive message in ways they can change the world to make it a kinder place by saying they can treat people with respect. It also has a drawing of…

A lengthy recollection of his father's Blacksburg from the 1920s to the 1940s by Dr. Ronald B. Dietrick.

An advertising pamphlet for "Dime Regulator" pills. The booklet contains illustrations relating to the storyline of "Billious Jones" and his ailments, which are cured by the Dime Regulators.

Image of the logo for the Disability Alliance at Virginia Tech

A promotional logo used for Denim Day events at Virginia Tech.

Letter from William Dixon to his wife, Martha, describing the weather, that he has sent her money, and his hopes to return home soon.

This document details a brief history about Piedmont Tuberculosis Sanatorium until 1948. It includes data and stats about patients deaths and discharged from the institution edited and updated in August 1964.

Letter from Ronald Doughty to Pam regarding the song "Virginia's Pain" written in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Article by Cheryl Downey-Laskowitz of the Roanoke Times-World News, reporting on anti-draft protests on campus, February 21, 1982.

Official report by Dr. Arthur Raper. Focuses on events leading up to the lynching and the public response in Maury County.

An advertising booklet depicting the storyline of a chicken wedding with advertisements dispersed throughout the story. The advertisements are for items such as instant louse killer and Dr. Hess Poultry Pan-a-ce-a.

An almanac for the year 1870, part of a series of Shakespearian almanacs. This issue contains sections from Shakespeare's Seven Ages. The book contains the usual almanac information, along with quotations from Shakespeare and advertisements for…

Chaille's genealogical information.

Chaille's resume. Lists his personal information as well as the positions and careers he's held.

A short biography of Dr. Stanford Chaille.

Marriage certificate of Dr. Stanford Chaille and Mary L. Napier in 1863.

Advises Dr. Chaille to return to New Orleans.

Requests a copy of the Medical News and apologizes for previous abruptness.

Describes the origins of the name "Chaille." According to Alcee Fortier, Chaille derives from the French word for flint.

Asks Dr. Chaille to analyze the Republican officers and returns board from a recent election. This letter apparently refers to Republican attempts to shut out former Confederate Democrats from power in Louisiana (postmarked envelope included).

Another letter that advises Dr. Chaille to return to New Orleans.

Discusses Mr. Legare's travels through Union held New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

Discusses a Confederate coward and the current state of New Orleans.

Discusses Chaille family lineage. Includes many specific questions about the Chaille family.

Letter of recommendation for Dr. Warren Stowe.