Collections : [Old Dominion University]

Old Dominion University

3023 Patricia W. and J. Douglas Perry Library
Old Dominion University
4427 Hampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23529
Primary Collecting Areas:
Key collecting areas include: 1. University Archives; 2. Manuscripts -- strengths in such subjects as the Civil War, Virginia politics, military history, local news & media, African-American history, Norfolk urban redevelopment, women's history, and local history; 3. Rare books and printed material: strengths include Virginia and Tidewater History, poetry and literature, military history, art books; 4. Music special collecting: strengths in contemporary/post-World War II composers and historical recordings.
Description:
The goal of Special Collections and University Archives is to preserve and make accessible collections and records of historical importance to the university, region, state, and nation. The department functions as a "learning lab" where students, faculty, and researchers can create and explore original ideas through engagement with our unique collections.
POC: Jessica Ritchie
Phone: (757) 683-4483
Fax: (757) 683-5954
Start Over Repository Old Dominion University Date range 1957 Level Collection

A.E.S. Stephens Papers 2.40 Linear Feet 6 Hollinger document cases boxes

Stephens, Allie Edward Stokes (1900-1973)
Served in both the House of Delegates (1929-1941) and the State Senate (1941-1952), and as Lieutenant Governor (1952-1961). Ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic nomination for Governor in 1961 against Albertis Harrison. Centers around this unsuccessful campaign and contains papers focusing on the issue of Massive Resistance to integration, dating to the early 1950s.
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Albert I. Godden Papers 0.40 Linear Feet 1 Hollinger document case boxes

Godden, Albert I.
This collection documents Old Dominion University professor Albert I. Godden's role in the evolution of technical education and the Technical Institute at Old Dominion University. Material included are newspapers clippings, photographs, correspondence, reports, floor plans, certificates, calendars, and a scrapbook.
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Allison Kenneth Scribner Papers 0.40 Linear Feet 1 Hollinger document case boxes

Scribner, Allison Kenneth (A.K.)

The collection contains material related to Allison Kenneth (A.K.) Scribner's tenure on the Old Dominion College Board of Visitors, his work with civic organizations, and his professional career in manufacturing.

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American Association of University Women, Norfolk Branch (AAUW) Records 14.80 Linear Feet 13 Hollinger document cases and 9 oversized boxes boxes

American Association of University Women. Norfolk Branch
The AAUW is a national organization that promotes education and equity for all women and girls. The Norfolk Branch began as a college club in 1902, then joined the AAUW in 1921. The collection spans the years 1902 to 1999 and includes meeting minutes, annual reports, publications, information about branch activities and scrapbooks.
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Archive of Virginia Composers 21 Linear Feet 8 Hollinger document cases, 31 flat cases, 1 LP case boxes

Strong, Fred (1952-)
Includes biographical information, taped interviews, audio recordings on vinyl discs, open reel and cassette tapes, copies of published works, original and photocopies of manuscripts (including sheet music), as well as other material related to the Archive of Virginia Composers.
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Arthur "Bud" Metheny Papers 3.40 Linear Feet 9 Hollinger document cases boxes

Metheny, Arthur Beauregard "Bud" (1915-2003)
Coach Metheny was the head baseball coach from 1948-1980 and head basketball coach from 1948-1965. He was also the Athletic Director at Old Dominion from 1963-1970.
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A. Rufus Tonelson Papers 2.40 Linear Feet 6 Hollinger document cases boxes

Tonelson, A. Rufus (1911-2006)
Papers primarily relate to his teaching experience at Old Dominion College and University.
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Benjamin A. Banks Papers 10.20 Linear Feet 18 Hollinger document cases; 1 Hollinger dropfront print box; 1 oversize box boxes

Banks, Benjamin A. (1884-1974)
Lawyer and prominent member of the Norfolk Jewish community. Served on the Norfolk Board of Aldermen (1908-1911) and in the Virginia House of Delegates (1911-1913). Active in local, state and national politics. Includes personal and political correspondence, scrapbooks, letters to the editor, and photographs.
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Bertha Fanning Taylor Papers 1.60 Linear Feet 3 Hollinger document cases; 1 half Hollinger case boxes

Taylor, Bertha Fanning (1883-1980)
Came to Norfolk in 1945 as Curator of the Sloane Collection at the Heritage Foundation Museum. Taught art courses at the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary until 1951. Includes literary productions, printed materials, correspondence, photographs, memorabilia, scrapbooks, and charts. In addition to the artistic significance of the papers, the collection documents the history of Norfolk, especially in the arts.
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Beverly Randolph Middleton Papers 3.20 Linear Feet 3 Hollinger document cases and 1 oversize box boxes

Middleton, Beverly Randolph (1928-1996)
Engineer and Virginia State Delegate. Served three terms in the Virginia House of Delegates. Most of the collection pertains to his political career. Also included is material related to his days as a student athlete at Norview High School and VPI.
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