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Typescripts of Four Founding Conventions, Board of Trustees Minutes, Articles, 1844-1846

 File — Box: 2
Identifier: 201505061329

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection gathers original, photocopies, and transcripts of meetings minutes of the conventions from which arose the founding of Beloit College. These include the four conventions held from August, 1844 through October, 1845, the last of which produced a charter and an elected board of trustees. Other materials include Professor Robert K. Richardson's transcripts and notes regarding these conventions and earlier ones held by various groups such as the Presbyterian and Congregational Churches. There are also early college committee documents, and a "reminiscence" from Horace White about this time period.

Dates

  • 1844-1846

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research; however, certain materials are very fragile and require Archives staff for handling, or use may be restricted altogether.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 Linear Foot (2 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Beloit College Archives and Special Collections, Beloit, WI Repository

Contact:
700 College St.
Beloit WI 53511 USA
608-363-2485