Advancement Christmas card, promotional materials, mission and vision statement, posters, Church of the Brethren connection, events, societies, self-study, float plan for a parade, and more. Read the accession page for a complete listing.
The reel-to-reel tape box is labeled "Augsburger," 1/18/1979. Sometimes the label on the box does not match the presentation, and since the speaker on the tape was not introduced, it is impossible for the Archivist to verify the identity of the speaker. The speaker talks about multiple binds and double binds.
A second box [MC2011/84b] is labeled "110 ft. more of Augsburger 1-18-79" and it is the same individual. This is rather certainly two tapes by the speaker David Augsburger.
Aurora, Photographs of Students and Organizations, 1991
Pictures include group of students in Wampler Auditorium, "Victory Rally" poster, men playing saxophone and guitar, Rob Dickason, Jeremy Groh, Manchester Activities Council, student orientation leaders, NASA (No Longer Accepting Substance Abuse), Student Education Association, Accounting Club, Cordier Club, Math Club, Business Club, Social Service Club, Psych Society, Pre-Law Club, Society of Physics Students, American Chemical Society, female students, male and female students, serenade, Lara Jeanne Tokarski, Kenapocomoco Coalition Meeting, Elizabeth Young singing into microphone and man a woman running sound equipment, Robert Novak.
Material related to A. Ferne Baldwin who was a Manchester College Professor of Social Work and Sociology and History from 1969 - 1989, and also served as Sociology Department Head.
Objects in the collection of former Manchester College Archivist and Professor, Ferne Baldwin. The collection includes assorted MC historical materials and records.
A file containing pieces of information about bibles and their donors. These books are part of the Funderburg Library Rare Book and Manchester College Archives and Brethren Historical Collection. Donors include Calvin Ulrey and Bill Eberly.
Bill Eberly Collection: Church of the Brethren Materials
See the accession page for a complete listing of this collection that deals with Indiana church history, Brethren meetings and annual conferences, sunday school materials and publications, images of Schreisheim, Germany (birthplace of Alexander Mack), Church of the Brethren anniversary materials, Brethren Service in Puerto Rico, Nathan Leopold, West Manchester Church of the Brethren and much more.
Correspondence and materials relating to the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee including committee materials, Church of the Brethren district ratification forms, membership lists and memos from the presidents to the Board of Trustees 1956 - 2002.
See also: MC2002/290; also Oak Leaves27 September 1967, p.2; 11 October 1967; 10 January 1968, p.4; 3 April 1968, p.3; 8 May 1968, p.1; 15 May 1968, p.5.
1961/62-1966/67, includes document entitled, "A Proposal for an Undergraduate Study Abroad program to be Undertaken Cooperatively by the Six Church of the Brethren Colleges."
The papers pertaining to the creation of the campus Museum, the Brethren Historical Collection, the African Art Collection, and the Archives, including the move of the Museum to the North Manchester Center for History.
Newspaper clippings of Schwalms personal reflections on a transatlantic tour, including a report on the Church of the Brethren mission in Nigeria and Brethren Service Camps in Europe.Tour
Campus Ministry Board Survey conducted to assist the Campus Ministry Board in planning the spring semester campus wide retreat, "Speak your mind: at Manchester?"
Newspaper article about Mark Cawood and his Church of the Brethren Volunteer Service assignment with the Minnesota AIDS Project in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Cawood is a graduate of Manchester College.
Centennial: Robert Neff and President Emeritus Helman at Founder's Day Convocation
A book presented to Manchester College by Hung Nien Cheng, President of Chi-nan University, Shanghai, July, 1930. The book appears to be about the history of China, or an area of China, and contains fabulous architectural illustrations and photographs.
Another second book that might be another volume of the gift.
The Christian Heraldand Signs of Our Times, 1889 may have been utilized in the early days of Manchester College when Professor David Howe was President of the institution.
Christian Leadership Commission Record Book 1945 - 1948
The German song book is lacking a title page. It is composed of two sections. The first section is1044 pages in length, followed by an index. The second section is dated 1781, and is at least 158 pages in long.
Gospel Messenger 8 September 1945 p.7-8; 15 September 1945 p.9-10; 22 September 1945 p.11-12; 12 January 1946 p.11-13; 23 February 1946 p.8-9; 9 March 1946 p.3-4, 25-26; 27 April 1946 p.8; 6 July 1946 p.23; 30 November 1946 p.5-13; 8 November 1947 p.9-10, 11-12; Manchester College Bulletin July 1950 p.1; June 1951 p.1; November 1951 p.2; June 1952 p.4; Oak Leaves 6 October 1960 p.1; Religious Activities.
This conference featured Mary Travers, social activist and folk music star from the singing group, Peter, Paul and Mary. The keynote speaker was Dr. Ronald Sider, Professor of Theology at Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary. This was the 5th year for the conference, an ecumenical gathering sponsored by the college's Peace Studies Institute and the Howard John Peace and Justice Lectureship of the Manchester Church of the Brethren.
Papers written for Professor Kendall Roger's class on Brethren heritage. They range in date from 1990 to 1992. The topics are varied and include but are not limited to: Church of the Brethren history, the legacy of certain individuals, architecture, Brethren beliefs and Church of the Brethren programs.
Photocopy of letter from L. W. Shultz to Wilbur Barnhart, Secretary of the Board of Trustees, about the establishment of the Brethren Historical Room and dreams for its expansion.
Church of the Brethren Poets from Manchester College, a Publication
Newspaper article about "Watermarks," an 80 page paperback published by the Brethren Press, Elgin, Illinois containing the poems of four Manchester College graduates. The poets graduated between 1966 and 1969. Their names are Paul Hoover, Brooks Couser, Robert Allen, Jr., and Terry Pettit.
Church of the Brethren Summer Assembly, Middle Indiana, Manchester College: Panoramic Photograph, 1921
Many pamphlets and booklets describing beliefs, upheld and under discussion, by the Church of the Brethren, including a paper entitled: "Theological basis of Personal Ethics."
1973 Church of the Brethren "Partners in Mission" Second-Year Self-Allocation Report for the Manchester Church of the Brethren, South/Central Indiana District.
"Proposed Section for Alternative Service," "Brethren Service Committee Meeting Agenda," "General Statement on Civilian Public Service by Brethren Service Committee," News of Brethren Service v.1:1 (September 1945), "Some Facts and Figures on Brethren Service Relief Goods," "Some Facts and Figures on Brethren Service," "Comparative Statement of Receipts and Disbursements of Brethren Service Committee [April 23 1945]," "Minutes of Brethren Service Committee [June 6 1944],"
Civilian Public Service: Camp Bedford, Garver Papers
Correspondence regarding dance instruction controversy, "Concerns to Be Presented to BSC," correspondence between Earl Garver and Eldon Burke regarding monograph on Puerto Rico, collection of letters to the editor of The Bedford Bulletin and The Bedford Democrat regarding Camp Bedford, "Organization of Camp Bedford Government," "Qualifications for the Assistant Directorship," "Campers at Lyndhurst July 17, 1943"
Civilian Public Service: Camp Personnel, Garver Papers
College Women's Club Records: Minutes, directories, tapes. Large Boxes 31 - 32a - 32b and media shelving unit. Also See Tuesday, 16 February, 1993 newspaper article, "Mrs. Helman Speaks To College Woman's Club (This article includes a list of officers).
Cassette tape: Alumni Interviews by David Waas, 1989.
Most membership directories and programs from 1912.
Bill for postage, rosebud and vase, expenses for cards and postage, 1995, Arrangements for Christmas Tea, 1996.
Civilian Public Service Bibliography; Committees-Postwar Planning; Conscientious Objection; Manchester College Bulletin of the Peace Studies Institutev.27 (1997); Memorabilia; Relief and Rehabilitation; Wartime
Karl Kime, Supreme Court transcripts BC2007/7 located in the Brethren People file and videotaped interview MC2008/06.
Card for each student serving in the military or in civilian public service during World War II. Information includes name, rank, address (while in service), class or graduation year, discharge date, killed in action date where applicable.
Conscientious objector poster. Poster entitled "The Conscientious Objector in America." Shows 6003 CO's and their locations as of March 4, 1943, plus other statistics. Back side shows locations of CPS camps across the United States.
Article from unknown newspaper that outlines experiments on conscientious objectors during World War II. Fatigue, starvation, and other experiments are briefly described. Photo of participant in starvation experiment is included.
"Men Starve in Minnesota, Conscientious Objectors Volunteer For Strict Hunger Tests To Study Europe's Food Problem," article in unknown publication with large photographs. Shown are Samuel Legg, Edward Cowles, James Plaugher and Dr. Ancel Keys [MC2003/333].
For updates about the starvation experiment review the 1945 issues of the Gospel Messenger.
Conscientious Objectors: Civilian Public Service Interviews
Photographs, periodicals, correspondence, audio recordings, video and VHS recordings of Manchester College students who, as conscientious objectors, served in Civilian Public Service projects during WWII.
At the time of the address on 26 March 1984, Lerone Bennett was the Senior Editor of "Ebony" magazine. He was here because the Eby family ordered him to come to the College that day. This reference is in regard to Kermit Eby Senior, and Kermit Eby, Jr. He knows of the marvelous work that the Church of the Brethren has done in the area of peace and social justice and in trying to make sure that there is a world tomorrow. He will speak on black history and the multicultural educational challenges of the 1980's.
Convocation #18: Sharp, Gene, Focus on Issues for Social Change, 1975 and Photographs
Dr. Gene Sharp speaks on "Focus on Issues for Social Change," delivered on 2 October 1975. Dr. Sharp has been described as the world's top theorist of nonviolent strategy.
In this 9/29/1980 ceremony, Donald F. Durnbaugh receives the degree, Doctor of Humane Letters. The degree is conferred by President Helman. Dr. Durnbaugh then gives the presentation, "Confessions of a Searcher."
Also See: Convocation Cassette Tape #83. The tape records the ceremony from the initial organ prelude.
For another presentation by Dr. Durnbaugh listen to his 1986 Baccalaureate address, "Faith Seeking Understanding." This cassette tape is in the cassette tape drawers (in a lower drawer) and has also been digitized onto a CD. The CD is in a CD holder on top of the cassette tape drawers.
Convocation #84: West, Marty Smeltzer, "One Woman's Journey into the Legal Profession"
Marty Smeltzer West is the third and final speaker for the convocation Social Science series. Marty was a student at Manchester from 1963 - 1965. She talks about, "One Woman's Journey into the Legal Profession," and "Confrontation with Choice." One reel-to-reel tape and two CD's, each recording portions of Ms. West's presentation. We as women are faced with too many choices, too many different roles we are asked to play and that we want to play. The solution is to confront choices and make new societal structures as we go through changes in roles and life patterns that are inevitable for all of us.
Professor Colburn (Psychology), introduces Ms. West.
A listing of Convocation tapes. Some of these recordings have been digitized but this list does not reflect this information . A search will have to be done for each individual recording to see if the presentation is available on CD or DVD.
8 April 1980 Convocation with Jonathan Kozol, a public schooteacher who spoke out about inadequate conditions for learning. He authored, Death at an Early Age: The Destruction of the Hearts and Minds of Negro Children in the Boston Public Schools,first published in 1967.
"The Church of the Brethren and PEACE," by Charles C. Cripe with introduction by Dan West, published by the Northern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren Board of Christian Education.
Various types of scholarship announcements, large formatted checks and names of recipients from Academic Year 1995 - 1996, Dean's Scholarship, newsclippings. Scholarship Information Assortment.
Dolby, Mattie Cunningham. She and her brother, Joseph, were the first African-American students at Manchester College. One of the first female ministers in the Church of the Brethren.
See also:
Alumni Card for Mattie Cunningham Dolby MC2004/689.
See granting of petition to drop "Christian Evidences" in Faculty Minutes 1900, MC2009/100a.
"The Brethren Encyclopedia."
Dolby, Mattie Cunningham: Minister, Church of the Brethren
It is not known if this picture was taken at Manchester College or Mt. Morris College, however it was not found wtih the Mt. Morris materials. Portrait photographs hang on the wall and an archivist might be able to identify these individuals and identify the location. Each character is in a costume. It appears as if the following costumes are represented and perhaps the players are the cast of a variety show or vaudeville presentation:
Chinese
Brethren man in collar and hat
White man in black face with top hat holding a child in fur cap on lap
One man reclining in a suit and hat holding a laughing mask
Cowboys
Nun or woman in burka with face exposed
Lady wrapped in a striped flag with a ribbon of stars.
Adam Ebey Collection: Collection of grade reports, Sunday School certificates, and other material documenting Adam Ebey's time at Mount Morris and Manchester Colleges.
These appear to be small hand-etched panes of glass. It seems as if each participant wrote his/her name individually, perhaps as part of a College function, reunion, or Church of the Brethren event?
1973 compilation by Gary Zimmerman: "Manchester College Graduates as Manchester College Faculty," a study showing the number of Manchester College voting faculty members from each Church of the Brethren college and from other colleges.
Russell Bollinger: Photograph with Kintner, Hartsough and Beahm. H. L. Hartsough served as pastor of Manchester Church of the Brethren.
For more information on H. L. Hartsough see See:Gospel Messenger,7 April 1945 p.12; 5 May 1945 p.12; 19 May 1945 p.20; 2 June 1945 p.12; 1 September 1945 p.12; 6 April 1946 p.7-9; 16 November 1946 p.5-6, 10-11; 8 November 1947 p.5-6.
One family bible printed in 1773 and 1774 donated to the collection by Howard H. Helman, great great grandson of Marguit (Marguerite?) Bowman. Birth registries are included.
Financial records of the college, college classes, college student groups and organizations.
Annuity Funds.
Alice King Ebey: Handwritten record of income and expenses for the college including student/faculty/staff accounts. Alice King is included, see: July 7, to December 12, 1898, Alice King 7/16/1898).
Clubs, societies and organizations: Account books for various clubs and organizations. Aurora, College Quartet, Lincoln Adelphia Treasurer's Book, Philalethea Cash Books, Phronia Lethea, Physics (Sigma Pi Sigma), Rhetoria - Mathea or Mathea Rhetoria Society, Science Club, Service Fellowship, Sociology Club, Tau Kappa Alpha Journal of Finances, Y.M.C.A. records for 1930 - 1931, and Women's Glee Club receipt books. Deputation Work at Manchester College 1945 - 1946: Receipts, expenditures and reports by Bill Eberly.
Financial Records of Manchester College: Tuition and Student Receipts
Ledgers and receipts of tuition, typewriter and piano fees, lab fees, room and board fees to students from 1893 through at least 1942. This information is part of a much larger collection MC2007/137.
Recipient of the Sargent Shriver Award by the National Peace Corps Association, and an honorary doctorate from Manchester College, Loren Finnell is a member of the Manchester College Class of 1964.
He composed a draft of a autobiography entitled, "Still a County Boy.....After having been around the world a couple of times, The memoirs of Loren Finnell." In this manuscript Loren relates his experience at Manchester College, including a clandestine trip to Washington, D.C. for a "Ban the Bomb" demonstration.
Material related to Robert Frantz, including a personal history describing the influence that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had on the life of Bob Frantz.
See also: Manchester College General File: Transcripts
Photographs of the construction of Funderburg Library (1966)and floor plans, Allen Wilmert and Rob Gratz with Paul Kantbambi of the University of Malawi, May 1988, the 1992 National Library Week Reception, pictures of sculptures, artwork and library equipment, musical instruments, photos of faculty, staff and students....and many more.
Funderburg Library: Succession of Library Directors and Their Titles
The Gish Fund was an endowment to provide books cheaply to ministers and missionaries. This is a chronological list of all Gish Fund Books from 1899 - 1944.
A Blair Helman Papers: In1964, representatives from Goshen College and Manchester College met to explore the possibilities of cooperative projects in BCA and in the science division.
This photograph of a graduation event is not titled or dated so one can not be sure if it related to Manchester College or not. It was found with photographs of Manchester College, Mount Morris College and pictures related to the Church of the Brethren. The image was made by "Rickert Studio, Huntington, Indiana," a town close to Manchester College, so therefore could be Manchester College or a related institution. Evidence pointing away from Manchester College comes from the lack of individuals dressed in Brethren garb. There might be one man in a Brethren collar at the back table towards the viewer's left. Manchester College Faculty and Staff are not identifable.
Moy Gwong was the first international student to receive a degree from Manchester College in 1920. He went on to be an outstanding Church of the Brethren missionary in China.
Newspaper article about Professor Boebel's play, "Memory Speaks: North Manchester Celebrates its First 150 Years."
One newspaper article from around 1986 that tells of North Manchester's search for a town slogan.
One personal letter that refers to the Church of the Brethren missionaries, the Dr. Hamers, and gives short vignettes about past Manchester College presidents, including Otho Winger and Professor Crouch and what life was like as a student.
This informative DVD/CD combination has pictures of individuals throughout the world who have received livestock from Heifer International as well as pictures of volunteers who have contributed to Heifer International. Also is information about Dan West as well as the Andy Murray songs:
On 13 May 1969, a mass marriage ceremony and tent-in took place on the Manchester College campus. The purpose was to initiate a "change in attitude...tak[ing] the form of students assuming freedom and responsibility in determining the direction of their lives."
Helman, A. Blair Papers: Tensions in the Church of the Brethren
During the Vietnam War era, Manchester College faced criticism from its own students as well as from outside entities. Correspondence and other material regarding the College's handling of the issues surrounding the Vietnam War.
Helman, A. Blair, Myer, James and Neff, Robert: Photograph
A. Blair Helman: Photo with Robert Neff, former COB General Secretary and former President of Juniata College and James Myer, leader of the Brethren Revival Fellowship. Photo circa 1984 - 1985.
Helman, A. Blair: Church of the Brethren Central Region Board Reports 1957 - 1965
Pat Helman begins this tape and other voices are added. It is a spiritual star search in quest of understanding God. The victory of light over darkness as a symbol of the living God that rules in the heavens. This narration was to accompany a slide presentation.
Extensive collection of photographs, publications and memorabilia from the collection of Leona Row Eller from her participation in the World Friendship Center, Hiroshima, Japan.
Author, Theodore Dreiser, visited North Manchester during the summer of 1915. His observations of the community were included in his autobiography, "A Hoosier Holiday." John Knarr writes about Dreiser's family and includes material on the Snap/Snepp/Sheneb/Shenep/Schneb/Schnebb family as well as on the Fruit family.
A second article, "A Trip to Niagara Falls, 1925," was discovered among papers donated to the North Manchester Center for History by Descendants of Ellis and Harold Miller.
"The Immortal J. N.," Jacob Newman Free, was a frequent visitor of Warsaw, Indiana and Kosciusko County. He had long, flowing gray hair and would gather a crowd on a street corner and make an address on various topics. He never lingered long in one place. This folder contains his history, image, and several stories.
See also: Lloyd M. Hoff obituary in the Edith Miller Collection as well as MC2004/203, Alumni award in leather folder that was awarded posthumously to Lloyd M. Hoff on 22 May 1976.
Photograph of Anna Beahm Mow (MC Class of 1918) eating at a table with President Helman during the 1976 Commencement exercises. Anna was a 1976 Honorary Degree Recipient.
Poster Advertising "The Bartered Bride," 1953. This production of Smetana's Opera features, Ronald Walton, Thyra Neff, Ralph McFadden and Joe Ogden. Director, Clyde W. Holsinger.
Material regarding L. D. Ikenberry [Levi Daniel] who between 1900 and 1943,taught mathematics, science, astronomy, pedagogy, geology, and served as treasurer, vice president, and acting president of Manchester College. Ikenberry Hall was named in his honor. He died on December 29, 1957.
Interview of Wilbur Dunbar by Ferne Baldwin regarding Wilbur's Grandfather, L. D. Ikenberry. Personal letter telling stories about his grandfather.
The book, "Memories of...Manchester," by Otho Winger, former President of Manchester College, pgs.39-40. The accession page offers excerpts of President Winger's experiences on campus caring for students during the flu epidemic circa 1918. :
See Also: Oak Leaves,December 1918 p.7, 8, 9, 10-12, 13; January 1919 p.6, 7, 8, 9, 11-12; February 1919 p.7, 10; March 1919 p.10; April 1919 p.8, 10; May 1919 p.2-4; Aurora, 1919 p.6-7, 21, 36,
A travelogue probably written by Dorothy Jones, Administrative Assistant to M. R. Zigler, Director ot the European Program of the Berthren Service Commission. This trip was taken by 5 women and Dorothy describes their excursion through various European cities and countries directly following WWII. This is an interesting documentary of culture, food, place and custom.
Auroras and Church of the Brethren material, from the Edward Kintner Collection, including:
Full Report of the Proceedings of the Brethren's Annual Meeting Held at Bellefontaine, Ohio, June 1-3, 1903. Bulletin from services of dedication of Christianburg [VA] Church of the Brethren (dated 14 December 1958). Minutes of the First Conference of the Church of the Brethren South/Central District of Indiana (dated 31 July 1971). Minutes of Joint Board Meetings of the Middle District of Indiana (dated 1920-1922). Church of the Brethren membership records.
Textbook with the handwritten name of Edward Kintner on the cover. The title of the book is "Guide To The Study Of The Anatomy Of The Shark, Nexturus, And The Cat," by Samuel Eddy, Clarence P. Oliver, John P. Turner, Second Edition, New York: John Wiley & Sones, Inc., London: Chapman & Hall, Limited.
For more information on Edward Kintner see, "The Story of the Natural Sciences at Manchester College," by WIlliam R. Eberly.
This file contains a copy of August 2011 Notes from the President in which a mural at Parkview North emergency room is described. President Jo was asked to paint a square of the mural that depicts an "Everyday Star" whose non-work life embraces generosity and service. She chose John Hamer (MC Class of 1948) who worked with his wife, Esther (MC Class of 1950) as medical missionaries in Nigeria. Besides being a physician, Dr. Hamer was a scientiest who helped to discover one of the world's deadliest viruses -- Lassa Fever.
Two other Manchester College graduates were honored as being "Everyday Stars" in the mural, Dr. Jane Weaver (Everyday Star #156) and Daryl Yost (Everyday Star #108).
A color copy of the mural is included along with a list of artists and honorees
A thank you letter from John and Esther Hamer to President Jo Switzer is also in the file.
Those honored in 1955 were: Wilbur Stover Barnhart, Dr. Curtis Buford Bowman, Nevin L. Coppock, Joseph Benjamin Flora, Theo Allen Hoover, Harold Kenneth Loutsenhizer, Thurl Donald Metzger, Dr. Daryl McCoid Parker, F. Willard Powers, Orion J. Stover, Modena Minnich Studebaker, and Daniel West.
Portrait of Mattie Nicholas Lear (Mrs. John Lear), Church of the Brethren female minister, and instructor at Mount Morris College from 1879 - 1881. A typewritten history is included.
Library News Briefs, Funderburg Library Volume 4, Number 5, March, 1970. Attached to the briefs is a report showing volumes added to the collection between 1 February 1970 and 2 March 1970.
Another report shows the expansion of volumes from 1 March 1970 to 1 April 1970. Titles of the volumes are also provided.
Dr. Gene E. Likens, Manchester College alumnus, graduating in 1957 with a degree in zoology. He is known for being the first scientist in North America to discover acid rain in the 1960s.
Newspaper clippings, news releases
MC2002/188b, "Pin Cherry Perception," by Robert E. Cook, an article about Gene Likens from "Natural History," November 1981.
See Also:Manchester College Bulletin, November 1975 p.4; January 1978 p.17; The Manchester Monitor, 28 May 2002 p.2.
History, Indiana and Local: These appear to be local obituaries from (a)1891 and from (b) 1949 through 1979. Some are members of the Church of the Brethren:
"Manchester College, Liberal Arts School Puts Emphasis On Religion," Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette, 18 January 1953. A history of Manchester College and the aims and objectives of the institution as seen in 1953.
Manchester College and Mount Morris College: Photographs, Postcards, Assorted Materials, History
Mt. Morris College Material: Student Body pictures [1907, 1908], approximately 150 postcard and postcard size photos, [1909-1912], other photos [1920's], baccalaureate address [1907], Mt. Morris College Students Guide [1927], and other publications and newspaper clippings. Photographs of the fire's devestation.
Manchester College Material: Postcard, M.C. Mission Band [1917], snapshots of campus and people [1917-1929], Commencement Week Booklet [1925], Manchester College Bulletin, 4 (August, 1911):22, 7, and program, Manchester College A Capella Choir, n.d, Arthur Kennedy, Director, V. F. Schwalm, President.
Manchester College and the Church of the Brethren: Bulletin insert for "Christian College Day."
Manchester College and the Church of the Brethren: Brethren High School Day.
See Also: MC2008/203e Manchester College and the Church of the Brethren, Advancement poster: "Manchester College, A College of the Church of the Brethren, Sustaining and Challenging Students on Their Faith Journeys." Part of the larger collection MC2008/203.
MC2008/203h: "MCO, Manchester Congregational Outreach," brochure located in the MC General File: Congregational Outreach.
Manchester College Celebrates: Heifer Project International, 1995
Manchester College Celebrates Heifer Project International May 20, 1995.
1. Folder containing assorted preparation, planning and published event materials concerning the 20 May 1995 college celebration of Heifer Project International.
Manchester College Faculty and Students: Panoramic Photograph, Fall 1930
This is a photograph of the Manchester College Students and Faculty taken in the Fall of 1930. Ikenberry appears to have shaved his beard and given up Brethren garb and President Otho Winger can be seen in the center of the picture.
Notes and interesting findings about the history of Manchester College, including class cards, a personal history of football, letters of reminiscence.
Manchester College: History, the Helman Collection
A photograph album containing photographs of Manchester College faculty and staff as well as pictures from theatrical productions/plays ranging from 1916 through 1965-1966.
See Also: "Manchester College Involvement in Relief and Rehabilitation Activities During and Following World War II,"Y.M.C.A., Heifer Project, Faculty/Staff Shultz, L.W.; Civilian Public Service; Gospel Messenger, 27 January 1945 p.19.
Manchester College: Seal, Photograph of Old Design
Church-College Conversation Summary:10-13 February 2005 event on MC campus and 1-3 May 2005 session at the Church of the Brethren General Office in Elgin, IL.
Copies of 1925 Oak Leaves articles reporting Thomas R. Marshall's last address to the public that took place at Manchester College commencement. Also published is the last photo of Marshall following commencement on the College campus taken by Millard Royer, Manchester College alumnus, Class of 1928. There is also an Oak Leaves article regarding Marshall's death. CD of material.
File on Thomas Marshall that belonged to Archivist, Ferne Baldwin containing biographical information.
The Thomas R. Marshall Home Restoration Project citing financial support by the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, Lexington, Kentucky.
"Tom Marshall's Home Again," a program for a play by Charles Boebel.
See Also:
Graduation Program 1925 cover, the only known 1925 commencement program cover known to exist. It was probably used to design the 1926 commencement program cover as evident in the markings.
Oak Leaves,1925, Marshall Commencement speech.
Oak Leaves, 13 June 1925 p.1 (photos).
Mathea Rhetoria Society or Rhetoria - Mathea Society: Records
See also: BCA; Diversity; International Fair; The News-Journal ,16 November 1994 p.9; Oak Leaves, 15 October 1964 p.3; 14 January 1965 p.1; 21 January 1965 p.1; 28 January 1965 p.2; 4 February 1965 p.3; 11 February 1965 p.3; 25 February 1965 p.3; 18 March 1965 p.2; 25 March 1965 p.1, 3; 1 April 1965 p.3
Memories of Manchester, by Otho Winger: Index by Allan White
This timeline traces the ancestory of the Messenger from "The Monthly Gospel Visitor" [1851] and the "Christian Family Companion" [1865], and many publications in-between.
Thurl Donald Metzger is a Manchester College alumnus and member of Manchester College Class of 1938. He was a recipient of the Laymen's Citation Award, an award given by Manchester College to honor outstanding members of the Church of the Brethren.
Letters from A. Blair Helman to Reverend Wayne Zunkel, editor of the Brethren Peace Fellowship Newsletter and to Ron Keener of the General Offices of the CoB.Dated 30 June 1979 and 17 February 1971, respectively.
Materials from 1980, when President Carter reinstated the registration for the draft.
Much more material than can be described. Please go into the accession page to read Scope and Contents. The collection includes the following but is vastly larger:
Obituaries, information on the Shull children, photograph of son of Moy Gwong, "Memory Speaks, North Manchester Celebrates Its First 150 Years," program for play written by Dr. Charles Boebel, article from "The Noble County American," Albion, Indiana, Thursday, June 24, 1982, pg. 7 regarding the Potawatomi Chief Simon Pokagon, Last Chief of the Potawatomies, personal information about Edith Alice Miller, letter by Otho about his wife's, Ida's death, and Class of 1926 Information, as saved by Edith Miller.
For more information on Edith Alice Miller see West Manchester Church of the Brethren.
For more material related to R. H. Miller, see: Gospel Messenger, 24 February 1945 p.8-9; 3 March 1945 p.4-5; 24 March 1945 p.4-5; 14 April 1945 p.14; 23 June 1945 p.12; 16 February 1946 p.14-15; 29 March 1947 p.5-6; 2 August 1947 p.8-9; Manchester College Bulletin, January 1949 p.1; February 1949 p.2; February 1950 p.2; March 1953 p.2; July 1953 p.2.
Miller, Robert Henry: Minister, Church of the Brethren
Elder Robert Henry Miller, minister in the Church of the Brethren had a son, Manchester College Professor Robert Henry Miller, a minister as well. The accession page gives information about both father and son. MC2009/87 is the manuscript of an unpublished book by Professor R. H. Miller, "Comments on the Gospel of John."
Miller, Robert Henry (1825-1892) obituary in the Gospel Messenger.
Ministers 1900 - 1901, Photograph: Church of the Brethren
Postcard of the Volunteer Mission Band of Manchester College, 1913 and 1914
The postcard is addressed to Mrs. [T.?] S. Eikenberry, Arcanum, Ohio RR
"Sun. eve, five min till C.W. meeting. This is a picture of the famous Volunteer Mission Band of M.C. Basket Ball is becoming popular. We Freshmen vs Srs 20 - 12 [ ...?...] School work about as usual. Would be glad to hear from you more.
[S..?..r]"
Missionary Reading Circle Association of North Manchester, Indiana [M.R.C.A.]: Record Book, 1902 - 1905
Nancy Fanning (MC Class of 1966) and Dean Frantz, Manchester College Director of Church Relations are highlighted on this recording of the radio broadcast, "Moments with Manchester." Nancy Fanning (Bachus) plays beautiful piano solos and Frantz reads a story of bees, relating the work of bees to the potential spirit of Christian living. Circa 1966.
Biographical notes about Ira and Mabel Moomaw compiled by Ferne Baldwin, former College Archivist, Rita Schroll, Development Secretary, and others. Included is a scan of the Emperor of India Gold Medal awarded to I W Moomaw.
See Also: Mabel Moomaw's memorial service as part of MC2004/358.
Mount Morris College: Mount Morris College Academic Department Permanent Records including cards of Mary Emmert and Adam Eby
Grade cards from 1889-1890 that were sent to parents/guardians of students of the academy at Mount Morris.
Cards read, "Make the education of your children a special object. Parents are responsible not only for what they themselves teach their children, but for what they allow others to teach them,"
This collection includes the cards of Mary Emmert and Adam Eby.
Richard Edwards and John Harvey Parr, who were teachers of Jane Addams in Cedarville, Illinois - later taught at the Rock River Seminary. Rock River Seminary closed in 1878 and reopened as Mount Morris College.
One flyer from 1880 advertising Mt. Morris College to interested Brethren.
Material related to the Mount Morris Memorial Endowment Fund - held by General Education Board - Church of the Brethren - L. D. Ikenberry, Treasurer, 1933 - 1945, is part of the larger collection MC2007/137.
This large collection of materials ranging from MC2009/7-A - MC2009/71-V,j1a,b includes printed and hand-made posters and other memorabilia accumulated throughout the years in the Manchester College Archives.
Photographs of Jim Myer and others taken in Petersime Chapel 1987-1988 at what appears to be a seminar or conference.
Copy of the publication, "Faith, Learning and Service: A Commitment Recalled," with a photograph of President Helman greeting James Myer and Robert Neff during the 1984 Church Leaders' Conference.
National Institute of Health, Normal Volunteers Program
Materials related to the students who were employed as a "normal" in a control group against individuals who were "less than normal," or having some sort of medical deficiency or problem. The studies took place at the National Institute of Health.
Speaker: Dr. Robert Neff, who at that time was General Secretary of the General Board of the Church of the Brethren. The speech was given on 1 October 1984.
Neher, Minnerva: Missionary to China, Correspondence
O. W. Neher served as Acting President at Mount Morris College following the presidency of Professor W. W. Peters and prior to that of C. Ernest Davies. His dates at Mount Morris spanned from 1924-1932. When a fire forced Mount Morris to close its doors and merge with Manchester College, Neher came to Manchester and taught Biology from 1932-1954.
For additional material regarding O. W. Neher, see: Manchester College Bulletin ,January 1977 p.10. Faculty File in Vault containing confidential information. The public segment of this file contains Neher's obituary, memorial service and remarks by President Helman, as well as Neher's sermon "Nature and God."
Eleven issues of the Newsletter of the North Manchester Historical Society, Inc.,containing historical information about events and figures of North Manchester. Some of these people are connected to Manchester College.
Most of these photographs were used in issues of the Oak Leaves from 11 February 1993 through 7 May 1993. There is one folder of negatives and images that did not appear to be correlated with this time-frame and will be arbitrariliy dated - circa 1992-1993.
Dale Oxender is an alumnus of MC and a prominent scientist. Five boxes containing personal items, certificates/awards, photographs, science equipment and writings, etc.etc.
See also, "The Story of the Natural Sciences at Manchester College," by William R. Eberly.
See Also: Church of the Brethren; Gospel Messenger,22 June 1946 p.8;Manchester College Bulletin, January 1952 p.4; July 1952 p.1; Oak Leaves 30 January 1964 p.2; 13 February 1964 p.2;13 May 1965 p.2; Peace;Photo Box 58.
General Peace Studies information in four large boxes, including Gladdys Muir's and Dale Barnard's teaching materials and an inventory of Peace Studies students. The Peace Studies Institute was founded in 1948 on Manchester College's campus by Gladdys Muir and others. This material also includes writing of Gladdys Muir.
Wilbur Mullen, Muir letter and Vernier letter regarding student tour to Europe during the summer of 1950 or 1951.
1. MC2008/117a - One letter from Dr. Gladdys Muir, 1959.1 2. MC2008/117b -One letter from Philip Vernier of Belgium circa 1950 - 1951. 3. One letter from Wilbur Mullen to Ken Brown.
1. An assortment of news releases dating from 1960 - 1989.
These news releases primarily feature guest artists performing on campus, some through the College Union Board and the Artist-Lecture Series. Examples of the performers are; The Dale Warland Singers of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minn., rock concert by "Featherstitch," the Goldovsky Grand Opera Theater, the Arbors, Leonard Rose (cellist), The Lettermen, Duke Ellington, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Si Zentner (trombonist), Eugene Holmes (baritone), The Four Saints, the new York Brass Quintet, the Concert Choir of Columbus Senior High School.
2. An assortment of newspaper articles regarding performers appearing at Manchester College (1960's - 1990's).
Newspaper articles include: Rosa Page Welch (classical sacred musical singer), The Sounds of Hope.
3. Six Programs: Fort Wayne Philharmonic, 1983, Wilma Jensen, Organist, 1988, Brian L. Best Presents A Musical Tribute to Walt Disney, 1980, "Journey Into Blackness," featuring VOICES, Inc., Black Musical Theater, The Ethnic Dance Theatre, 1990, Musicke of Sundrie Kindes, An Evening of Eighteenth-Century Entertainment.
Perkins, John, Going Through Samaria: Convocation #25, 1976
A collection of photographs representing residence life, May Day events, A Cappella Choir, religious life, classes and athletics at Manchester College circa 1958 - 1959 - 1960 - 1961 - 1962.
Boxes 166 a, b, c, 167 and Box 138 have been combined into two large boxes in the photo shelves. Faculty and staff are stored in alphabetical order. "Food Service" is included in these boxes and most "Food Service" staff are found within this file folder.
Photographs: Media and Public Relations, January 1998 - May 2000 - Part 3
This reel-to-reel tape, is identified as containing a presentation by Dr. Nathan Wright. Date unknown. However, the recording, CD #1, Part 1, starts out with Dr. Knechel addressing students, then Moments with Manchester with James Garber, recording the New Year's and Christmas radio program. Part 2, CD #2, is actually Dr. Nathan Wright, African-American leader, educator and activist. He gives a presentation centering around the topic, "What Black Educators Are Saying."
President's Box ihat includes Church of the Brethren materials, information about Brethren Colleges Abroad, and other topics beginning with the letter, "A."
President's Office: Other Collegesand Organizations
Material on the Council of Independent Colleges, Commission of Higher Education, Commission on the The Aging and Aged, College Board Workforce Development Conference, Church of the Brethren Colleges and Seminary.
Previously Accessioned and Unaccessioned Posters and Articles From Manchester College
A large collection of materials ranging from MC2009/7-A - MC2009/71-V,j1a,b consisting of printed and hand-made posters and other memorabilia that accumulated throughout the years in the Manchester College Archives.
Photographs, negatives and other forms of visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012.
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual Media
Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012. This is a diverse folder. Many of these pictures record trips made during January Term and another folder contains images of Koinonia.
This is a large collection of printed and hand-made posters along with other memorabilia that had accumulated thorugh the years in the Manchester College Archives.
Ungraded reports submitted to Professor Stacey Erickson during January term 2010 for the class, Culture of the Book. Reports give information about bibles, books and periodicals from the Funderbury Library rare book collection.
Resume, notes on life, personal notebook, class books and notes for teaching, etc. by D. C. Reber. D.C. Reber taught education and ancient languages at Manchester College from 1917 until 1942. The collection also includes biographical newspaper articles about his life and interests.
For additional material relating to D. C. Reber, see: Oak Leaves, 7 April 1960 p.2.
Matriculation cards for all students enrolled in Manchester's 10-week relief training program. Student information included: name, marital status, rooming location, parent's name, home address, courses, grades.
C.P.S. Unit 101 Registrar's Records along with a brief history and reference material describing the creation of CPS Camp 101 and its sub-camps, of which Manchester College was one. Manchester College's 10-week program was directed locally by Dr. Andrew W. Cordier. The sixty-seventy CPS'ers were chosen by Brethren Service Committee, and the plan was for them to leave the country and begin relief and rehabilitation work immediately after the program's completion.
A group of photographs representing Parents' Weekend, Hog Roast Weekend 1993 , the All-American Women's Baseball League 1993, the Ikenberry Serenade 1991, Student Visitation Day, as well as other events. Many students and individuals in the pictures are identified.
Video of Manchester College' s 2009 Homecoming plaque dedication to Manchester College alumni, Phil and Louise Baldwin Rieman, in the Muir Peace Garden. See also: Brethren People File: Rieman, Louise and Phil
1996 Bulletin of the Peace Studies Institute, Manchester College with a dedication to T. Wayne Rieman, 1912 - 1994.
For additional materials related to T. Wayne Rieman, see: Gospel Messenger, 16 June 1945; 20 July1946 p. 22-23; Manchester College Bulletin, December 1949 p.2; October 1953 p.1; July 1978 p.7;The News-Journal 16 November 1994 p.4 (obit).
Photographs of Roanoke Classical Seminary in Roanoke, Indiana. The institution was founded by Professor F. S. Reefy in 1860 and construction began in the spring of 1861. Many of its students later became prominent individuals. Roanoke was described as the "Athens of Northern Indiana. Included in a picture of Otho Winger and D. N. Howe from "The Kintner Collection."
Robinson, William: Inauguration, Worship Service Bulletin
Ronald R. Hill Collection, Class of 1959. College Memorabilia from 1955 - 1959, including the autograph of Marian Anderson [1955], Arnold Moss, and program for The Messiah, 1958.
Roosevelt, Eleanor: Visit to Manchester College, The Story
Patricia Kennedy Helman's story about Eleanor Roosevelt’s visit to the President’s home. This was prior to the construction of Tall Oaks, and perhaps added to the urgency of constructing a presidential residence.
The James T. Westwood collection of materials regarding the family history, career, articles regarding/related to, and dissertation of, Manchester Professor, Donal M. Royer.
Two books and two papers written by Manchester College alumnus, Merle C. Rummel. These books and papers (historical and fictional accounts) relate to the history of the Church of the Brethren.
Material relating to Esther Rupel, Manchester College alumna, Class of 1947.
"An Investigation of the Origin, Significance, and Demise of the Presdcribed Dress Worn by Members of the Church of the Brethren, Esther Fern Rupel, Ph.D, University of Minnesota, 1971.
Material related to The Rural Life Association that as founded in 1942 with the support of the Quakers, the Mennonites, and the Church of the Brethren.
Russian Orthodox Delegation: Records and Photographs
Photographs of students, Leon and Iris Wien, A. Blair and Pat Helman, David Waas (?), Russian Orthodox clergymen, and others participating in 1963 reception for Russian visitor.
Beckner, W.O. "Sawquehanna, the White Lily," Gospel Messenger 5 August 1922, pg. 484. The story of a girl (perhaps Brethren) who was captured by Native Americans, only to be reunited with her birth mother through the memory of a song.
Schmidt, Fred and Mary Jr.: Salem Church of the Brethren
The box is labeled Salem Church of the Brethren, 16 March 1969. It appears as if the participants include Fred and Mary Schmidt, Jr. The recording is of an individual playing an organ.
Information about scholarships (1.) Awarded by Manchester College and (2.) Non-Manchester College related scholarships given to Manchester College students/alumni.
Information about scholarships (1.) Awarded by Manchester College and (2.) Non-Manchester College related scholarships given to Manchester College students/alumni. Information related to the 1980's and 1990's through the 2000's.
Information about scholarships (1.) Awarded by Manchester College and (2.) Non-Manchester College related scholarships given to Manchester College students/alumni. Information related to the 1990's and Non-MC Scholarship material.
Information about scholarships (1.) Awarded by Manchester College and (2.) Non-Manchester College related scholarships given to Manchester College students/alumni.
Information about scholarships (1.) Awarded by Manchester College and (2.) Non-Manchester College related scholarships given to Manchester College students/alumni.
Scholarships: Names and Location Detailed Folder Description
Information about scholarships (1.) Awarded by Manchester College and (2.) Non-Manchester College related scholarships given to Manchester College students/alumni. Detailed description of folder contents. File #2 details activity in the 1970's.
J. Raymond Schutz - a man of many capabilities. He was a professor at Manchester College, husband, father and farmer, public speaker, pastor and minister of the First Brethren Church in North Manchester, Indiana, candidate for Congress in 1932 (Indiana) and a contendor in the 1936 race for Governor. The researcher can get a feel for Pre WWII Indiana and Indiana during war. Letters to soldiers are included as well as the names of men from North Manchester who were killed in the war. Topics include: Prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and the impact of Hitler 's Germany on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary with Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.
This vast collection is divided between several pages designated as MC2011/227 [plus Folder Numbers]. Raymond Schutz was a professor at Manchester College. He was also farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 race for Governor. Schutz was an outstanding official in the local, state and International Kiwanis Club and became President, and then Chairman, of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. One can get a feel for Pre WWII Indiana and Indiana involved in war. Letters to soldiers are included along with names of men from North Manchester who were killed. Prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and the impact of Hitler 's Germany on Europe, were somemajor issues of Schutz's day. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.
This vast collection is divided between several pages designated as MC2011/227 [plus Folder Numbers]. Raymond Schutz was a professor at Manchester College. He was also farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 race for Governor. Schutz was an outstanding official in the local, state and International Kiwanis Club and became President, and then Chairman, of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. One can get a feel for Pre WWII Indiana and Indiana involved in war. Letters to soldiers are included along with names of men from North Manchester who were killed. Prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and the impact of Hitler 's Germany on Europe, were somemajor issues of Schutz's day. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.
This vast collection is divided between several pages designated as MC2011/227 [plus Folder Numbers]. Raymond Schutz was a professor at Manchester College. He was also farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 race for Governor. Schutz was an outstanding official in the local, state and International Kiwanis Club and became President, and then Chairman, of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. One can get a feel for Pre WWII Indiana and Indiana involved in war. Letters to soldiers are included along with names of men from North Manchester who were killed. Prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and the impact of Hitler 's Germany on Europe, were somemajor issues of Schutz's day. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.
This vast collection is divided between several pages designated as MC2011/227 [plus Folder Numbers]. Raymond Schutz was a professor at Manchester College. He was also farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 race for Governor. Schutz was an outstanding official in the local, state and International Kiwanis Club and became President, and then Chairman, of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. One can get a feel for Pre WWII Indiana and Indiana involved in war. Letters to soldiers are included along with names of men from North Manchester who were killed. Prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and the impact of Hitler 's Germany on Europe, were somemajor issues of Schutz's day. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.
Schwalm, Vernon F.: Merger of Mt. Morris with Manchester College
Vernon Schwalm was President of McPherson College, Kansas, when the decision was made for Mount Morris College to merge with Manchester College. This file contains correspondence of Schwalms opinions about the merger.
Nettie M. Senger, Manchester College Class of 1915 and Church of the Brethren missionary to China, presented "Buddhist Bible, Vol. 4" to the Manchester College Museum.
Part of a larger collection, records for Service Fellowship, a student group, contain financial records for General, Relief and Work Camps, for the years 1939 - 1940 and 1940 - 1941.
Correspondence, certificate for registration of a claim to copyright (for seventy-fifth anniversary book), minutes of historical committee meetings, copy of Manchester's wartime policy (shared by President Schwalm in early days of WWII), schedule of events for anniversary celebration
Laura Shock donated a Chinese Bible to Manchester College Library on 25 January 1923. The Archivist believes that this is the same Laura Shock that grauduated from Manchester College in 1916.
Genealogical information and correspondence (1947-1976) pertaining to L.W. Shultz who worked and taught at Manchester College in various positions (Librarian, Mathematics, Religious Education, Principal of Preparatory Department, Academy, Modern Languages) during the years 1924-1943. The collection also contains books by L. W. Shultz. Publications include an autobiography, a history of the Brethren, and a history of Camp Alexander Mack.
See also: For related material regarding L. W. Shultz, see: Camp Alexander Mack; Guide Lines, v.12:3 (July 1971) p.1; Oak Leaves, 7 March 1925 p.3; 3 October 1963 p.2; Gospel Messenger, 14 April 1945 p.9-10, 16; 15 September 1945 p.12; 24 November 1945 p.20; 23 February 1946 p.20-21; 9 March 1946 p.16; 16 March 1946 p.21; 30 March 1946 p.20 (photo); 6 April 1946 p.18-19; 15 June 1946 p.21; 28 September 1946 p.11; 16 November 1946 p.17; 21 December 1946 p.21; 11 January 1947 p.16; 8 February 1947 p.21 (photo); Manchester College Bulletin, July 1977 p.10; Photo Box 156.
One notebook with class registers and lectures outlines for various classes. Student grades are included making this a partially restricted file. Circa 1919 - 1920.
Also included is a personal reading list from 1905 and an Adelphian-Lincoln Program from 22 May 1909 upon which a timeline has been written on the verso.
Shultz, L. W.: Manchester College Interview Transcript
"Thanksgiving Essay: What Have We to be Thankful For," "Inaugural for Bible Society: The End of Christian Faith," "True Worth: An Oration" [dated 3-7 May 1910], "Ben Hur Story" [dated 5 July 1905],"Valedictory 1907," and "A Prospectus for M.C.: Reunion of 1916."
L.W. Shultz Papers: Photograph Collection including tours conducted by L. W. Shultz, Piney Woods, pictures of Cora and L. W. Shultz, and many more of European and Middle Eastern tours.
Lawrence W. Shultz Postcard Collection. Some cards are from, Schwenksville, PA - Niagara Falls, Ontario 1948 - Moscow, Russia, 7 September 1961 - Camp Mack, Milford, Ind., 1925 - Church of the Brethren, Wenatchee Washington - Cunard White Star, "Mauretania."
This is a true assortment of slides including but absolutely not limited to:
Campus and building shots, recruitment and publicity photos, construction, students and January term trips 1996, theater, radio station, Homecoming 1994, High School Band Day, children's gymnastics, Planned Giving presentation, fountain, Mexico Indiana Old Folks Home, Historic black and white shots including football, track, fountain, student with globe.
Comedian and Civil Rights leader, Dick Gregory, spoke on the Manchester College campus during "An Experience in Soul," March 30 - April 1, 1969. This is a copy of his presentation, "Forum 69."
See Also: Manchester College Bulletin Vol. 61: Number 8/June 1969.
Material regarding William Stafford. William Stafford (1914-1993), US Poet Laureate 1970, received Relief and Rehabilitationtraining in Civilian Public Service Camp 101 at Manchester College 1943, was member of MC English faculty 1955-56, and visited the college many other times.
For Relief and Rehabilitation Training 101 at Manchester College, see MC2002/236.
For related material regarding William Stafford, see: Civilian Public Service; Conscientious Objection; Gospel Messenger, 22 September 1945 p.13; Manchester College Bulletin, October 1978 p.4-5; Peace & Change, January 2004 p.1-28.
A video supporting the Centennial Campaign Fund focusing on many aspects of the Manchester College educational experience. It emphasizes the need for funding for financial support for students, the maintenance of buildings and improved equipment to meet educational demands. A tape divided into two parts.
"We Are What We've Come From," the family and life of A. M. Stine. This object has been placed with geaneological materials in alphabetical order in the Archives Office. This booklet is part of the Edith Miller Collection MC2008/208.
A. M. Stine married Bertha Miller Neher following the death of Bertha's first husband, Levi Neher. Bertha was a sister-in-law to Manchester College President, Otho Winger.
Correspondence and photographs of famous Boston Pops conductor, Arthur Fiedler, with Professor Vernon Stinebaugh...and how Fiedler came to conduct the Manchester College String Symphony's Mother's Day Concert - 13th Annual String Festival, 1959.
Two autograph books, MC2011/90a beloning to Mary (Mollie) and Andrew Studebaker. It is the Archivist's theory that they were brother and sister and shared these books because autographs are written out to both Andrew Simonton and to Mollie and to Mary (the same individual). This book begins 1880 or 1881.
The second autograph book, MC2011/90b appears to belong to Mary Simonton (Mollie) and George Studebaker, her future husband has an inscription in the book on May 21, 1881.
The two diaries MC2011/90c and MC2011/90d are dated 1888 and 1936 and belonged to George Studebaker.
See Also: "Memories of...Manchester," by Otho Winger, pgs. 159, 160.
George L. Studebaker and Mary E. Simonton Studebaker photograph. "Uncle George" and "Aunt Mollie." According to Otho Winger, George L. Studebaker is one of the most familiar names connected with Manchester College. George was born in Illinois in 1861. He came with his parents to Indiana when two years old. He was called into the ministry in the Church of the Brethren in 1881 and married Mary E. Simonton in 1882. He was pastor of the Church of the Brethren in Muncie from 1897 to 1906. The family moved to North Manchester in order that their son, Mark E., might attend college. Here, George Studebaker served as field representative and Mrs. Studebaker as matron of the Ladies' Home. They became known to hundreds of students as "Uncle George" and "Aunt Mollie."
Ted Studebaker, MC Class of 1967, pacifist and conscientious objector - served as an agricultural worker during the Vietnam War. He was executed by North Vietnamese in 1971. This is a recording of the ABC News storoy by Jim Kincaid and an excerpt from the Church of the Brethren documentary on Ted Studebaker.
Video - News feature on the death of pacifist,Ted Studebaker, in Vietnam during the Vietnam War in1971. Ted was a member of the Church of the Brethren and a Manchester College alumnus.
1. One file containing an original letter from Manchester College students to the Board of Trustees, April 5, 1900.
The student petition to the Board of Trustees was from an early era in Manchester College history when both the academic and administrative credibility were in question. This file contains an original letter from Manchester College students to the Board of Trustees,dated April 5, 1900.
Chapel: Sunday School Day in the College Chapel, 18 January 1899, with notes of lecture by Emma Bowman.
Other speakers included:
A, I. Mow, Edna Puterbaugh, E. M. Crouch, Owen Cottrell, Edson J. Ulrey, Mrs. T. T. Myers, Gorman Heeter, J. W. Kitson, J. R. Miller, Mrs. Emma Garver, Mrs. Kate Hollinger, Mrs. W. Wright, I. L. Burkey, Alice King, M. M. Sherrick, S. D. Royer.
Manchester Symphony Orchestra, assorted programs including concert featuring guest conductor, Arthur Fiedler, Boston Pops Orchestra and 300 Northern Indiana High School String Musicians along with the Manchester College String Symphony, Mother's Day Concert, 14 March 1959.
Other conductors and musicians include the following:
Mrs. Paul Speicher and Mr. Max Allen, Duo-Pianists, 4 November, 1956.
John Barr, Student of Manchester College, piano soloist, 21 February, 1960.
Kagawa: The photograph that appears on page 116 of the book, "A Century of Faith, Learning and Service, Manchester College. " In 1936 the College hosted a major conference called "An Institute on Christian World Order," featuring Japanese peace activist Toyohiko Kagawa.
MC2011/235 a: Information about the building of Tall Oaks.
MC2011/235b: Copies of correspondence between A. Blair Helman and Dr. Jo Young Switzer as well as material related to Helman, President Emeritus,Parker Marden and President Jo Young Switzer.
Rev. Kiyoshi was a survivor of the bombing of Hiroshima and worked with victims of the bomb. He raised funds for the Hiroshima Maidens project in which women, severly burned by the bomb, received constructive surgery. He also raised funds for a peace center in Hiroshima. His message was delivered on 11 October 1982.
Tau Kappa Alpha: Journal of Finances 1937 - 1947 (one book) and Record of Minutes (May 17, 1937 - April 30, 1947) one book. This material is part of a larger collection entitled, "Financial Records of Manchester College," MC2007/137.
Guesthouse in Schwarzenau, Germany, bill for food, circa September 23, 1957, found in a stack of materials of the Ida, Edith and Bertha Miller collection
Turkel, Studs: Kermit Eby Memorial Lecture, Photograph
Rev. J. Edson Ulery was a Church of the Brethren minister who died in January of 1959. Two memory books, one for Sylvia and another for Edson, reflect the affection that people held for the couple. Edson's life story is available in a book, "A Heap of Living," by Cora W. Helman.
Photos. Comedian and Civil Rights leader. "An Experience in Soul, " March 30 - April 1, event held on campus. Manchester College Bulletin Vol. 61: Number 8/June 1969.
Values, Ideas and the Arts: Jackson, Rev. Jesse, Photographs
Jackson, Rev. Jesse: Photos from "An Experience in Soul, " March 30 - April 1, event held on campus. Manchester College Bulletin Vol. 61: Number 8/June 1969. Campus Pastor, Robert Mock, is also included in one of these photographs.
Values, Ideas, and Arts: Blyden, Jackson, Photographs
African American author professor, dean and pioneer in the study of African American literature. Blyden Jackson visited Manchester College in the fall of 1966. Two photographs of Manchester College faculty at a luncheon with Mr. Jackson. Faculty included are : Herbert Ingraham, Charles Klingler, Margaret Brown, Doris Garey, and Orrel Little.
Values, Ideas, and Arts: Sloane, Dr. William Coffin
Numerous programs, photographs, publications and items of interest about Manchester College received from Wayne Van Der Wheele, alumnus, MC Class of 1949.
Manchester Symphony Orchestera, programs from the 1940's.
One copy of "Manifesto," Vol. 1, No. 14, "Above All Nations is Humanity," April 1947, published monthly by the journalism section of Students for Federal World Government of Manchester College, Editor in chief, Cecil Powell.
Minutes, general info, mission statements, Ambassadors, "Manchester Serves..." booklet
See Also:Aurora 1996 ed. p.15; Church of the Brethren; Manchester College Bulletin November 1975 p.2; Missionary Visitor 11.6 (June 1909) p.186-189;18.3 (March 1916) p.118-119; 21.3 (March 1919); 21.10 (Oct 1919) p.287; Oak Leaves 24 September 1964 p.1; 5 November 1964 p.2; Religious Activities Student Volunteer Band; Photo Box 71.
Wallin, Dr. Franklin: New Call To Peacemaking, Convocation, 1978
Dr. Franklin Wallin, President of Earlham College, give an address at the New Call to Peacemaking conference at Manchester College. In the address he talks about the paper and ideas behind the paper produced by the New Call to Peacemaking.
Walnut Street and Manchester Church of the Brethren, South Central Indiana: Church of the Brethren
"The Walnut Street Messenger": Manchester Church of the Brethren and Walnut Street Church of the Brethren. History of meeting houses from 1857 - October 1924.
Sadie Stutsman Wampler graduated from Manchester College in 1916. This is the same year that she began entries in "The Hand O Graphs" book, and kept make entries for years following. This book comes with the instructions: Place your hand, palm downwards, on the paper and trace outline. There are a couple examples given, and then the individual is on her own to gather outlines of the hands of friends, family and celebrities on the following pages. It is like an autograph book for hands. The name of the individual is also recorded along with the date.
Memorabilia from Mount Morris College and Manchester College. Autograph album of 1910 and 1911. Photograph album with early photograph postcards (circa 1910) of students at Mount Morris College. Some of these cards were sent to Mamie Wine of Cerro Gordo, Illinois. Manchester College Aurora yearbooks with autographs. Picture of Elder D. L. Miller.
Charles Wells, founder of the news service, "Between the Lines," presents an evening lecture. His appearance was not part of the Church Leaders Conference but his presentation coincided with the conference.
Personal correspondence between John F. Young and Dan West, Lucy West and others involved in Heifer Project International. Articles and materials relating to Dan West and his family. A tribute presented by Dr. Young at the time of Dan West's memorial service.
An assortment of photographs and memorabilia about Dan West, his family and Heifer Project. These items were given to Janet Schrock, Dan West's daughter, by different individuals, including videographer, David Sollenberger.
West, Dan: Heifer Project International, Long Term Loan
Dan West File with copies of writings, DVD with clips of radio broadcases, pictures and video. Photographs of Heifer Project in other countries. These materials were gifts to the Archives from Heifer Project International.
1. Letter to Sabra written and signed by Dan West on Church of the Brethren General Brotherhood Board stationery.
2. Christmas letter from the West Family to Sabra and her family with a handwritten personal note on the verso by Dan West.
3. Exhibit A: One article by Sabra (Baker) Staley (Unit 11, 1951) entitled "A Sign Along th e Road." This is a story about how Sabra came to join Brethren Volunteer Service and accepted an assignment in Castener, Puerto Rico, in years 1951-1952.
3. Exhibit B: One color copy of Dan West's name and address in the family guestbook, circa 1952.
4. Letter with vignettes about Dan West and Sabra's family.
Materials related to Norman B. Wine - biography of Norman B. Wine, diplomas, Auroras, Manchester College bulletins, congregational anniversary items for the Southern Ohio District of the Church of the Brethren, plaque, etc.
File with related Otho Winger material including but not limited to vignettes, letters, and Winger's writing about Native Americans as well as his close relationship with the Miami Nation.
"Winger To Be Speaker Here," newspaper article, 1926. The Layman's organization of the Huntington Church of the Brethren arranged for President Winger to speak at their church.
Manchester College and Church of the Brethren related letters, pamphlets, photographs, Sunday school records, newspaper articles, interesting pieces of local and national history, diaries, wedding invitations, datebooks, publication agreements, resumes of applicants from the Albert Teaching Agency and more.
Material relating to Claude Wolf, including news clipping from 1964, "Claude Wolfe Family Returns from Bolivia," news release from 1966 naming Claude Wolfe Coach of the Year, and Coach Wolf's obituary, 1985.
See Also: Gospel Messenger, 16 June 1945 p.7, 14; 14 July 1945 p.19; 15 September 1945 p.16; 6 October 1945 p.19; 24 November 1945 p.21; 20 April 1946 p.19; 8 June 1946 p.21; 7 December 1946 p.21; 14 December 1946 p.8-9; 22 March 1947 p.20-21 (photos); 5 April 1947 p.21 (photo); Manchester College Bulletin, June 1951 p.2; March 1976 p.7.
Wolfe, Claude: Alumni Service Award Photograph, 1978
A variety of photographs of Claude Wolf ("Whizzer Wolfe") as a M.C. athlete (Class of 1940) and later as coach and member of the M.C. faculty(1952 - 1976).
Women and Children: Panoramic Photograph circa 1900
Many of the women pictured are in Church of the Brethren garb. Children accompany the women, along with a dog. Horse drawn buggies and scattered buildings are in the background. It looks as if makeshift roofs cover a certain space. Perhaps this is the cooking crew for a Church of the Brethren Annual Conference?
A copy of a letter written to Harold Yoder by J. Allen Willmert, College Librarian Emeritus, 9 April 1990 listing the books that Harold Yoder donated to Funderburg Library.
Harold Yoder wrote a special note to accompany his donation of the 1901 Hymnal. It stated that the 1901 Hymnal was used at the Camp Creek Church of the Brethren where his wife, Ella Yoder (deceased) worshipped as a girl.
One letter from "Bidey" to "Prof" stating distress at Bidey's inability to find transportation to the Executive Committee meeting of the Young People's Department of the Middle Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren, 1935.
E. S. Young taught New Testament history, hermaneutics, theology, sacred history, and Old Testament history. He also served as Manchester's president 1895-1899.
Biographical information photo, letters.
See Also: MCGeneral File: Faculty/Staff, Young, E. S. - has copies of photographs of President E. S. Young, his family and house on 507 Miami Street, North Manchester. His brother and business partner was S. S. Young.
Materials and photographs related to Jean Childs Young: 1953 May Day Queen, Manchester College alumna, 1954, wife of Andrew Young (married June 1954), and Manchester College honorary doctorate recipient.
Material related to Roberts S. Zigler. Bob Zigler is the son of M.R. and Amy (Arnold) Zigler. He was a Manchester College alumnus who worked abroad for many years for the benefit of others.
Correspondence regarding tornados of 1965, also referred to as the Palm Sunday Disaster. The Kokomo, Indiana, Church of the Brethren building was completely destroyed, and in other parts of Indiana four Church of the Brethren people were killed and four injured.
For additional material related to "inclement weather," see also:Aurora 1996 ed. p.40; Manchester College Bulletin July 1975 p.3; March 1977 p.3; April 1977 p.3; March 1978 p.1; April 1978 p.5; Oak Leaves 6 May 1965 p.2; Photo Box 135.
Manchester College alumna, Paula Adams, is the sculptress of the Gladdys Muir portrait that currently resides on the second floor of the Manchester College Union.
Aged Persons' home (and orphanage), Southern Indiana District: Church of the Brethren
Secretary Book for Aged Persons' home (and orphanage), Church of the Brethren of the Southern District of Indiana. Secretary's records from the creation of the Articles of Assocation in 1918 to its merger with the Mexico Welfare Home in 1951
Album: Church of the Brethren, People, Highland Avenue
What makes this album interesting in the amount of history it records. There are articles about Church of the Brethren missionaries, the Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren in Elgin, Illinois, Church of the Brethren ministers and leaders, as well as personal stories about the compiler and folks this individual knows. It is a shame that the source remains unknown.
Church of the Brethren Annual Conference booklets ranging from 1901 throu 1926 belonging to Otho Winger, Mrs. Otho Winger and J. L. Cunningham (?) of Flora Church of the Brethren. MC President Winger's booklets have notes and typed notes and the book from Calgary, Alberta, Canada has interesting postcards, one with an image of a lodge.
Annual Conference, Church of the Brethren and German Baptist Brethren: Minutes of the Annual Meeting / Annual Conference for various years. Back-up copies of previously catalogued materials.
A collection of materials about the Church of the Brethren assembled by Archivist Emerita, Ferne Baldwin. Some information deals with the larger church and its mission in Nigeria and other materials are related to the Church of the Brethren in Indiana.
William M. Beam information. Abstract of address given at Church of the Brethren Conference, Ocean Grove, New Jersey, "The Message and Ministry of Reconciliation."
See Also: MC2008/79, William M. Beam photograph with Kintner, Hartsough and Bollinger.
"Invocation Hymn," by Ruth Statler (poet) and WIlliam Berry (composer)*. SIgnature of WiIliam Berry on the lower left corner.
This is an individual page and it can not be absolutely certain that the author and composer are the other way around. In Methodist hymnals the composer's name is generally on the right and the poet's name, on the left.
Beliefs, Polity, Principles, Ideas: Church of the Brethren
Photograph: Miss Blickenstaff and colleague in Mahableswa, India, in costumes. It is not known if Miss Blickenstaff is a tourist, a missionary or if she is the Mary Blickenstaff referred to in the Brethren Encyclopedia. The Brethren Encyclopedia writes of a Lynn (Mt. Morris Academy) and Mary Blickenstaff (La VerneCollege) as traveling to India in 1921 where Lynn Blickenstaff served as mission treasurer. In 1935 Lynn became the manager of the Intermission Business Office in Bombay. Mary assisted in administration, taught and hosted missionaries and visitors. In 1946 the Church World Service asked Lynn to direct relief work in India Their son, David Blickenstaff, was a 1937 Manchester College graduate.
For information about Paul H. Bowman, See: Gospel Messenger 10 February 1945 p.6; 23 June 1945 p.8-9; 19 October 1946 p.20; 30 November 1946 p.11, 13; 8 March 1947 p.17; 15 March 1947 p.9-10; 21 June 1947 p.13-14; 28 June 1947 p.8-9; 13 September 1947 p.19.
One of the trips made by, seagoing cowboy, Ray Bowman, was with Jacob C. Wine (see Jacob C. Wine, Jr., diary and photographs, BC2008/12). They traveled to Bremen, Germany in May of 1946. Ray wrote down his experiences to share at the Dan West/Heifer International exhibit dedication.
For material regarding Rufus D. Bowman, See: Gospel Messenger 3 February 1945 p.2; 24 March 1945 p.8; 14 July 1945 p.5-6; 1 September 1945 p.6; 29 September 1945 p.9-10; 12 October 1946 p.10-11; 19 October 1946 p.10-11; 7 December 1946 p.14; 15 February 1947 p.5-7; 22 February 1947 p.7-10; 8 March 1947 p.10-11; 19 April 1947 p.14-15, 19; 3 May 1947 p.10-11; 31 May 1947 p.12; 7 June 1947 p.14-15, 18; 28 June 1947 p.13-15; 5 July 1947 p.8-9; 7 April 1951 p.11-13.
For material related to Warren Bowman, See: Gospel Messenger 24 February 1945 p.7-8; 9 June 1945 p.4-6; 14 July 1945 p.10; 28 July 1945 p.4-5; 29 September 1945 p.10-11; 29 December 1945 p.16; 20 April 1946 p.16.
Reprinted article from the Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal in the March, 1980 Messenger, "Muriel Saylor: Always New Things To Try," by Judy Shank, correspondent.
Program booklet for the Church of the Brethren, 60th Anniversary BVS (Brethren Volunteer Service) Reunion, Falfurrias, Texas, March 2008, Brethren Service Farm. The booklet contains a history of the Falfurrias Brethren Voluntary Service Project with reports compiled by Pearl Whitcher and Anna Patrick. Booklet Committee: Nelson Yoder & Stanley Bittinger.
List of pastors and other church leaders - Falfurrias, Texas.
List of Brethren Service Project Volunteers from the first unit in 1948.
Falfurrias BVS Volunteers and interested persons mailing list accurate as of May, 2008.
Copies of historical photographs.
Description of 2008 reunion.
See Also:Oak Leaves 15 September 1960 p.2; 17 September 1964 p.1; 28 January 1965 p.1.
See also: Volunteer services.
Brethren, North Liberty, Indiana, 12 June 1921: Photograph
Although one can not be certain, it appears as if this photograph represents the Church of the Brethren congregation at North Liberty, Indiana and that it was taken outside the meeting house. Many of the sisters and elders appear to be wearing the Brethren garb.
Brightbill, Alvin :Church of the Brethren,Educator
See: Brethren in Florida and Puerto Rico p.51, 52, 115, 116, 204; Gospel Messenger6 July 1946 p.16; 13 July 1946 p.20; 21 September 1946 p.11; 11 October 1947 p.9, 14; Missionary Visitor v.25 p.361-363, 365 (photos) Our Missions Abroadp.13, 94, 96, 98; She Hath Done What She Could p.103; Soudan's Second Sunup p.25 (photo)
See Also: Manchester College Faculty/Staff Large Boxes 46 - 48.
One letter from Rev. R. C. Wenger, Minister, Church of the Brethren at Capitol Avenue and Thirty-Second Street, Indianapolis 8, Indiana , to L. W. Shultz. Rev. Wenger knows three young men interested in attending livestock on boats bound for Europe, 1977. Rev. Wenger also inquires if Shultz can make a slide presentation about Shultz's recent trips to Poland?
Christian Education, Central Region: Church of the Brethren
BC2011/13a: Primary Year One, Fall Quarter, Course 1, Part 1, October, November, December, Brethren Graded Series, Teacher's Book, by Margaret M. Clems, E. G. Hoff, Editor, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, 1950, published by the Brethren Publishing house, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/13b: Primary Year Two, Fall Quarter, Course II, Part 1, October, November, December, Brethren Graded Series, Teacher's Book, by Nan F. Heflin, E. G. Hoff, Editor, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, 1951, published by the Brethren Publishing house, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/13c: Primary Year Three, Fall Quarter, Couse III, Part I, October, November, December, Brethren Graded Series, Teacher's Book, by Hazel A. Lewis, E. G. Hoff, Editor, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, 1952, published by the Brethren Publishing house, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/13d:Teacher's Book, Junior Year Two, Fall Quarter, Brethren Graded Series, by Doris Clore Demaree, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, 1953, published by the Brethren Publishing house, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/13e: Teacher's Book, Junior Year Three, Fall Quarter, Brethren Graded Series, by Hazel A. Lewis, A. Stauffer Curry, Editor, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, 1954, published by the Brethren Publishing house, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/14a: My Bible Book, Primary Year One, Fall Quarter, Course 1, Part 1, Oct. Nov. Dec., prepared by Margaret M. Clemens, illustrations by Mathilda Keller, to accompany Brethren Graded Series Course, One; E. G. Hoff, Editor; Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, published by Brethren Publishing House, Elgin, copyright 1950.
BC2011/14b: My Bible Book, Primary Year One, Winter Quarter, Course 1, Part 2, Jan., Feb., March., prepared by Margaret M. Clemens, illustrations by Mathilda Keller, to accompany Brethren Graded Series Course, One; E. G. Hoff, Editor; Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, published by Brethren Publishing House, Elgin, copyright 1950.
See Scope and Content on the BC2011/14a-L Accession Page to review additional volumes of this graded series.
Church of the Brethren Christian Education materials published by the Brethren Publishing House, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/15a: Home Reading Book, My Bible Guide, Junior Year Three, Fall, by Hazel A. Lewis, illustrated by James A. Talone, A. Stauffer Curry, Editor; Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, copyright 1954 L. W. Smith.
BC2011/15a: Home Reading Book, My Bible Guide, Junior Year Three, WInter Quarter, by Blanche Hoke, illustrated by john Gretzer, A. Stauffer Curry, Editor; Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, copyright 1954 I. W. Smith.
BC2011/15c: Home Reading Book, My Bible Guide, Junior Year Three, Spring Quarter, by Hazel A. Lewis, illustrated by Kreigh Collins, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications, copyright 1955 by I. W. Smith.
BC2011/15d: Home Reading Book, My Bible Guide, Junior Year Three, Summer Quarter, by Hazel A. Lewis, illustrated by Sid Quinn, A. Stauffer Curry, Editor Church School Publications, Hazel M. Kennedy, Editor Children's Publications., copyright 1955 L. W. Smith.
In His Hand, Parts 1, 2 and 3, by Graydon F. Snyder, Church of the Brethren Senior High Youth Curriculum, copyright 1964 by General Brotherhood Board, Church of the Brethren, Elgin, Illinois.
Church of the Brethren Senior High Youth Curriculum:
BC2011/17a: In Christ Jesus, Part 1, The Significance of Jesus as the Christ, by Dale W. Brown; In Christ Jesus, Part 1, copyright 1965 by General Brotherhood Board, Church of the Brethren, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/17b: In Christ Jesus, Part 2, The Significance of Jesus as the Christ, by Dale W. Brown; In Christ Jesus, Part 2, copyright 1965 by General Brotherhood Board, Church of the Brethren, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/17c: In Christ Jesus, Teacher's Guide, Part 3, Understanding and Accepting Myself, by William J. Gnagey; copyright In Christ Jesus, Teacher's Guide, Part 3, copyright 1966 by General Brotherhood Board, Church of the Brethren, Elgin, Illinois.
BC2011/17d: In Christ Jesus, Teacher's Guide, Part 4, Being Human, for God's Sake, by John H. Brennecke; copyright In Christ Jesus, Part 4,1966 by General Brotherhood Board, Church of the Brethren, Elgin, Illinois.
Christian Education: Senior High Youth Curriculum, In His Spirit
Church of the Brethren Senior High Youth Curriculum, In His Spirit, Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4, copyright 1966 and 1967 by the General Brotherhood Board, Church of the Brethren, Elgin, Illinois. Authors: Fancher, Shull, Kieffaber and Wagner.
For more information about the Church of the Brethren, see also: Central Region, Civilian Public Service; Compulsory Military Service; Conscientious Objection; Faculty/Staff Garver, Earl; Michigan District, Northeastern Ohio District, Northern Illinois and Wisconsin District, Northern Indiana District, Northwestern Ohio/Northern Ohio District, Peace Periodicals List; Relief and Rehabilitation; South/Central Indiana District, Southern Illinois District, Southern Ohio District; Tax (War); Typhoid Epidemic; Volunteer services; Wartime; individual congregations.
"Mid-Nineteenth Century Observances of Selected U.S. Religious Groups, "The Way We Were (Till about 1860) and assorted historical pieces of information."
"The Bible Our Creed," pamphlet by Eld. S. K. Utz.
Minutes for the Council of Board. It appears as if the Board met in order to make proposals to the delegates of Annual Conference. A revision of the 1935 - 1936 budget was to be presented.
Church of the Brethren, Dallas Center, Iowa: Centennial and History
250th Anniversary: Hymn, "God of All Nations," Anthem for Mixed Chorus. Prize-winning text in the 250th Anniversary Hymn Contest of the Church of the Brethren. Words by Edward K. Ziegler, music by Don Frederick.
Photographs of probable attendees at the Church of the Brethren Annual Conference, 1962, in Ocean Grove, New Jersey. Pictures taken at House By The Sea Hotel and on the boardwalk. Individuals include: Ada Brubaker, North Manchester, Indiana
Edith Slifer, Chicago, Illinois
Blanche Folgate, Lend, Illinois
Fern Blocher, Huntington, Indiana
Iona Wise, Dallas Center, Iowa
Ethel Cripe, Goshen, Indiana
Reba Steck, Naperville, Illinois
Grace Noss, Milford, Indiana
Eleanor Harrington, Wakarusa, Indiana
Dorothy McGill, Rossville, Indiana
Mrs. Delbert Buss, Wabkiston, Indiana
Nellie Evans, New Carlisle, Ohio
Mrs. Nora Cripe, Rossville, Indiana
Mary Wood, Huntington, Indiana
Church of the Brethren: Annual Conference Daily 1948
Bound editions of Annual Conference minutes and also annual conference booklets for attendees - collected by A. Blair Helman. Some copies of Brethren Life and Thought.
Church of the Brethren: Annual Conference Moderators, Postcards
A plethora of information on various churches and districts of the Church of the Brethren in the areas of Illinois/Wisconsin and Indiana. Church histories and General Brotherhood Board topics. Southern Indiana legal drafts and documents.
Many pamphlets and flyers produced by the BRF, the Brethren Revival Fellowship along with a description of their concerns.
Brochure: "Brethren Revival Fellowship: What It Is And What It Does," 1987.
Brochure: 1976 brochure, "What is the Brethren Revival Fellowship?" BRF WITNESS Vol. 11 No. 3 1976.
Flyer: "Calling Prospective Bible Students (high school age and adults) to attend Brethren Bible Institute, sponsored by the Brethren Revival Fellowship, Summer 1974 (July 29 through August 23) on the Campus of Elizabethtown College"
One letter from the Greek Orthodox Church in Greece, Archbishop of Athens and All Greece, to Church of the Brethren leader, M. R. Zigler, European Director, Brethren Service, describing the hardships of the people of Greece following two wars, a bloody post-liberation and continuous and continuing guerilla warfare.
M. R. Zigler's response to a visit to the Archbishop in "Report on Greece," composed November 24, 1949, and given to the Church of the Brethren.
Church of the Brethren: Handbook of Style and Usage
Photographs: The collection is thought to contain pictures of Pleasant View Chapel and Milford Indiana Church of the Brethren, Milford, Indiana Bethel Church of the Brethren as well as Flat Creek Mission, Creekville, Kentucky and Mud Lick Chapel of the Flat Creek mission.
1960 - 1961 correspondence between Robert Greiner, Treasurer, Church of the Brethren General Brotherhood Board in Elgin, Illinois and Robert Greiner, David Yeatter of North Manchester, Indiana and Mark Schrock of Nappanee, Indiana. Some material deals with financial arrangements and benefits surrounding the discontinuance of Galen Lehman at the Regional Office as the Regional Secretary and the transfer of Mark Schrock to fill the vacency. Other letters deal with church extension loan notes. Also included is a report to the total employee group [of the Church of the Brethren?] on Revisions to The Group Insurance and Pension-Annuity Plans.
Church of the Brethren: Indiana State Clothing Committee
The Church of the Brethren was a contributing member of the United Clothing Appeal of the Churches or also known as the Church World Service Clothing Program. In Indiana there was an individual appointed to represent all of the Church of the Brethren districts. This person was given the title: Church of the Brethren Representative, Indiana State Clothing Committee. The file contains correspondence regarding the appointment of John Heisel to represent the state.
Church of the Brethren: Lent, Zeller, Harry Jr. 1944
The file folder containing this message by Harry K. Zeller, Jr. has "Sugar Creek" written on the left hand corner. Perhaps Ferne Baldwin wrote this note to tell what congregation Harry Zeller was speaking to or was part of? The message is titled, "Brethren Declare Their Lenten Faith," and is dated 26 March 1944.
Church of the Brethren: Mahlon Rinehart, District Account Book and Correspondence
Letters from the Church of the Brethren General Brotherhood Board, a receipt, and one account booklet beloning to Mahlon Rinehard, District Treasurer, Southern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren.
Church of the Brethren: Manchester Church of the Brethren
One page announcement of a film and presentation by John L. Strohm, author, editor and world traveler. The program is sponsored bythe Middle Indiana Brethren Men's Organization.
Church of the Brethren: Nappanee, School of Religion and Life
An assortmenet of materials related to theThe Church of the Brethren Northern Indiana District project to provide Helping Hands, through the FLOR-IANA FAITH VENTURE, a Plan to Assist Struggling Congregations."
This is a postcard with the image of Plunge Creek Chapel, Indiana and was published by Burdge's Store, North Manchester, Indiana. It is unknown by the Archivist whether this chapel is Church of the Brethren?
Statements, tracts, booklets, Sunday School materials, published by the General Brotherhood Board, Elgin, IL and by other Church of the Brethren related committees, organizations, churches and individuals. A publication, "Prayer for...Missions."
Church of the Brethren: Publications, Christian Education
Statements, tracts, leaflets, brochures, booklets, Sunday School materials, published by the General Brotherhood Board, Elgin, IL and by other Church of the Brethren related committees, organizations, churches and individuals that explain beliefs and principles of the Church of the Brethren.
Church of the Brethren: Recreation Leaders' Laboratory - 1952
One written history and one Anniversary Day flyer, 1945 for Salamonie Church, Lancaster, Huntington County, Indiana. Salamonie Church is part of the South Central Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren
An assortment of materials belonging to the Southern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren. Included are Financial Reports for the Mexico Welfare Home, 1952 - 1954 and Southern District Treasurer expense vouchers and bills for expenses.
A list of statics regarding membership in the Church of the Brethren, both nationally, by College and by certain districts. This report seems to reflect information from 1930 through 1989.
Church of the Brethren: Tracts: Church of the Brethren
A Church of the Brethren workshop was organized in order to make a contribution to developing district resource leadership in the Central Region. It was held at Manchester College in 1945. Participants were instructed to bring their ration book! The fields of study were Music, Recreation and Visual Education. This three page flyer describes the event.
A copy of a brochure advertising the "Brethren Young People's Conference," Ohio Conference, sponsored by the Young People's Department of the General Sunday School Board, Elgin, Illinois.
Various youth events, BYPD programs and Harold S. Martin's critique of the 1966 Brethren Youth Conference. Most of these materials are from the 1940's.
Church of ther Brethren: Southern Indiana District
"Manchester College, 1997 Bulletin of the Peace Studies Institute," issue dedicated to Civilian Public Service - After 50 Years. Interviews with men and their responses to war as well as memories and reflections regarding Civilian Public Service:
John Ebersole, J. Roy Valencourt, Gilbert R. Weldy, Larry Gara, Lester J. Glick, Melvin Holt, Paul Keller, Harry K. Zeller, Wilbur Dunbar.
BCPS Bulletin. Bulletin published bi-weekly for the men of Civilian Public Service by the Church of the Brethren, Brethren Service Committee, Elgin, Illinois.
L. W. Shultz Compulsory Military Service Postcard Collection:
1-4 BW political cartoon protesting compulsory military service. Circa 1948. Produced by Brethren Service Commission, General Brotherhood Board. Unused cards.
5-13 Quote from Hitler's Mein Kampf regarding compulsory military service. Circa 1948. Produced by Brethren Service Commission, General Brotherhood Board. Unused cards.
Conferences, 1969-70, South Central District, Indiana: Church of the Brethren
See Also:Gospel Messenger 6 January 1945 p.7; 23 March 1946 p.13.
Interview by Ferne Baldwin regarding Wilbur's Grandfather, L. D. Ikenberry. Personal letter telling stories about his grandfather. Manchester College General File: Faculty/Staff, Ikenberry, L. D.
Kermit Eby wasa Brethren minister who also served as Director of Education and Research for the National CIO. He was also Professor of Social Science at The University of Chicago.
Brochure entitled, "The Alternative Revolution," reprinting Eby's article from "Fellowship," the monthly magazine of the Fellowship of Reconciliation. The signature on the front is probably that of Gladdys Muir's.
Kermit Eby: Writings and biographical information. Link to Record # to see listing.
"Gemeinschaft - Gesellschaft, Perspectives on the Human Adventure," by Earl S. Johnson, the first address in the Kermit Eby Memorial Lectureship. This copy of Johnson's address also contains biographical material about Kermit Eby.
Biographical Article: "Kermit Eby: Pragmatic Idealist," by Philip G. Altbach.
Indiana: The Brethren in Indiana. This file includes a special diagram of the first Eel River congregation organized in 1838 and the churches that branched from that original organization. Other pages show churches listed by counties.
Eidemiller, Missionaries, Africa: Church of the Brethren
Wedding photo of Lottie and Ernest Hoff and the way their dining table looked at their wedding.
Christmas postcard wtih E. G. Hoff holding grandson, Gregory Lee, circa 1946. On card verso is a family lineage:
Ernest Hoff b.
Lottie Neher Hoff b.
Grandson, Gregory b
son of:
Minister Emrick, Leland B.S. 39 [Manchester College Alumnus]
Ernestine (Hoff) Emrick B.S. 40 [Manchester College Alumna]
Clippings showing:
Dr. WIlbur McFadden and Family, Vernard Eller, Glenn Rohrer, Dan West, Ora Huston, Edward K. Ziegler (1960), Jesse Ziegler, Burton Metzler, Lorell Weiss, Ira Moomaw (1962), Chalmer Faw, James B. Bowman (missionary), Mary Schaeffer, Ernest and Olivia Ikenberry, Merlin Shull, Martha Cocanower, Martha Rupel, Wilma Stern, Anna Warstler, etc.
1961 Annual Conference Worship leaders, Dale W. Brown, Clarence Sink, Wilfren Staufer, Hubert Newcomer, Thomas Davis and other 1961 Conference speakers.
Far Western Brethren: "A Short Historical Sketch of the Far Western Brethren of the so-called Dunkard Church and of the Hadley Creek Church in Pike County, Illinois, to the year 1885."
See Also:Gospel Messenger,3 March 1945 p.8; 7 April 1945 p.11; 14 July 1945 p.16; 10 November 1945 p.5-6; 19 January 1946 p.8-9; 26 January 1946 p.19; 6 April 1946 p.20-21.
Bibles, memorabilia, plaques from the "Flora Church of the Brethren," Flora Indiana and the "Living Faith" Church of the Brethren.
"The New Testament of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ: Translated Out Of The Original Greek; And With The Former Translations Diligently Compared and Revised," New York: American Bible Society, Instituted In The Year MDCCCXVI, 1868 [Sm. Plica, Octavo.]
A gorgeously illustrated bible, "The First Pulpit Bible used at the Flora Church of the Brethren." "[Authorized Version.] The Complete Text Pictorial Family Bible Containing The Old And New Testaments, Together With The Apocrypha, The Psalms In Metre, and A Concordance.
Plaques of recognition from Bethany Hospital, Chicago.
One white flag with a blue rectangle and red cross.
One American flag.
Linens. Not clear whether linens are from "Flora" or from "Living Faith." Archivist believe they are from "Flora."
A large bible. The way the objects were organized it appears that this bible might be from the "Living Faith" Church of the Brethren, since the other bible was identified as being from "Flora." This bible is also beautifully engraved with illustrations.
An article from "The Missionary Visitor," May 1930, writes about Gandhi and his volunteers sweeping through Jalalpor where Miss E. B. Miller, native of Waterloo, Iowa, served as a missionary. This was written about in the New York Times.
Israel and Mary Horning Gilbert: Letter detailing North Manchester's connection to the Gilbert family and family group sheets for the Israel and Mary Horning Gilbert family.
A. D. and Lola Bechtel Helser were Manchester College graduates and members of the Church of the Brethren. They were pioneer Brethren missionaries to Nigeria with Mr. and Mrs. Stover Kulp.
See Also:The Brethren Encyclopedia.
Hess, Robert, Missionary Work, Africa: Church of the Brethren
Milton H. Heinicke's History of Ephrata, Supplement to Booklet Seven, published by The Historical Society of The Cocalico Valley, Arranged for Publication by Ralph M. Hartranft, February 1974.
This booklet contains genealogical material related to the memberes of Johann Conrad Beissel's sect of Seventh Day Baptists.
William I. T. Hoover was born near Dayton, Ohio. Among other institutions, he studied at Mt. Morris Academy. He taught history and philosophy at Manchester College from 1901 - 1906.
1. One diary of Jacob Wine's post WWII seagoing cowboy experience transporting horses to Europe. the war ravaged city of Bremen.
2. Photographs of life on board ship and of the the war raveged city of Bremen.
3. The Jett family history.
4. Three DVDs containing interviews with Jacob C. Wine detailing family history, family stories, personal history, the history of Hempfield Church of the Brethren (East Petersburg, PA), and J. C. and Jean's missionary experience in Nigeria, Africa (1949-1956).
The Krebiehl Bible is German. A note from Rob Gratz indicates that the bible might have been printed in Holland circa 1600. It also identifies the bible as coming from the Rossville Church of the Brethren, Indiana. More research is needed regarding the material written on the pages at the end of the book. Family history is traced from 1762, along with what appears to be apocalyptic beliefs in the creation of the numbers 666. The bible is beautifully illustrated:
An inscription at the beginning of the book has been translated:
My father, Peter Krebiehl, received this Bible from his father, Samuel Krebiehl. Upon my request he gave it to me, Jacob Krebiehl, his oldest son, as a gift. For this I owe him eternal gratitude. This Bible is therefore very dear and valuable to me. May God reward him with many blessings.
Ladoga - Bethel church records. Ladoga was part of the Southern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren that was eventually combined with the Central Indiana District. The merger is now called the South-Central Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren.
Laura Wine was the head of obstetrics at the Lassa Mission Hospital in Nigeria. She was one of the first to die of what was to be called Lassa Fever, an unknown and deadly disease that erupted in Nigeria, Africa in 1969.
Material related to James Lehman. As an author with roots in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and as a member of the Chuch of the Brerthren, Jim's books often deal with historical and cultural issues of the Brethren. His titles include but are not limited to the following:
The Old Brethren.
The Old Brethren; People of Wisdom and Simplicity Speak to Our Time.
Living the Story: 50 Years of Brethren Volunteer Service.
Thank God for New Churchs: Church Planting - Source for New Life.
Beyond Anything Foreseen: A Study of the History of Higher Education in the Church of the Brethren.
Alexander Mack, leader of the Schwarzenomer Neutavfer (sic) [Schwarzenauer Neutäufer, or forerunners of the Church of the Brethren and related groups], wrote a letter to the Count of Ysenburg-Büdingen Moravianborn on 5 September 1711. The original letter is kept in the Archives of the Castle. It has been translated into modern German by Gudrun Meyer and into English by Barbara Ollesch.
Manchester Church of the Brethren records, documents, photographs, minutes BC2001/5, filing cabinets (IS). These materials have been removed and were returned to the Manchester Church of the Brethren for organization.
Newspaper article from The Paper, of Wabash County, Inc., 29 June 2011 containing the obituary and life story of Julia Metzger, 93, member of the North Manchester Church of the Brethren.
Church of the Brethren: A collection of booklets and minutes from Middle Indiana and Southern Indiana District Conferences, including the last conference to be held in Southern Indiana 31 July 1971 before district restructuring.
Middlebury Church of the Brethren is located in the Northern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren. This collection includes church history, records of business meetings, pictorial directories, the booklet, "Peace Education in Churches," by Dan West and Others, and other materials.
From "Fellowship with our Boys in the Military": The Church...respects the right of individual conscience. Some of our young men...believe it their duty to render full or limited military service. The Brethren Service Committee therefore felt it was a part of their Christian ministry to maintain a warm fellowship with our boys in the training camps."
Materials related to Donald E. Miller, former professor of Christian Education and Ethics and Director of Graduate Studies at Bethany Theological Seminary in Oak Brook, Illinois, former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren, and former Manchester College Trustee.
Peggy Reiff Miller has done extensive research on "Seagoing Cowboys." See documentary video in the Dan West Exhibit, Funderburg Library, Manchester College or check out the video from Funderburg Library.
For related material about Peggy Reiff Miller see: Manchester College Bulletin, November 1976 p.3; Messenger, March 2003 p.22-25.
Article about Dale Minnich's appointment as associate general secretary of the General Board and executive of the General Services Commisssion of the Church of the Brethren.
One Mission Twelve handbook. Mission Twelve was created to be a vital depth experience in Christian community. It was developed in 1962 by the Christian Education Commission of the General Brotherhood Board of the Church of the Brethren.
This Sourvenir Booklet contains a dedicatory program, a commemorative and anniversary service of the Church of the Brethren in Mount Morris, Illinois, that took place on Sunday, 18 March 1923. It holds pictures of members, lists of elders, pastors, ministers, a membership directory as well as historical sketches.
Mount Pleasant Church of the Brethren: Northern Indiana District
The file contains an article containing Andy Murray's song about Anna Mow along with the photograph that inspired a line of his lyrics...."a hole in her stocking and a pocketfull of dreams..."
For more material related to Anna Mow see : Gospel Messenger, 19 January 1946 p.7-8; Manchester College Bulletin, July 1976 p.3.
Flora Church of the Brethren and the Mulllendore family, Carroll County, Indiana. Highlights from research on existing church directories and from pastor’s records.
Books by and belonging to Peter Nead, 1796 - 1877.
BC2010/51a: "Theological Writings on Various Subjects (1850)," by Peter Nead.
BC2010/51b: Book of writings about Peace, given by Russell R. Lambert, Dayton, Ohio, 1944, the great grandson of Peter Nead. Written in the book is "This Book is the Property of Peter Nead."
BC2010/51c: "Peter Nead's Book" written on interior along with another inscription, "Given by Russell R. Lambert, R.I. Dayton, Ohio. On the very back page are the words, "Peter Nead's Book of Universalism." The book title is, "Notes on the Parables of the New Testament, by Hosea Ballou, Pastor of the Universalist Church and Society in Portsmouth, N.H.....,"1812."
Opal Pence Nees, Manchester College Class of 1950, served as Director of Religious Activities at Elizabethtown College in Pennsylvania and a former pastor in the Church of the Brethren.
Records, photographs and memorabilia from the Wakarusa Church of the Brethren and the Michigan City Church of the Brethren.
Records, photographs and memorabilia from the Bethel Church of the Brethren.
Bethel Church of the Brethren: Women's Fellowship Records 1970 - 1983, photos 1984, Mother and Daughter Banquet 1990, 1985 and 1988 newspaper clippings.
Records, photographs and memorabilia from the South Bend City (also known as the South Bend Second) Church of the Brethren.
Family photo of Marcos and Suely Inhauser.
Northern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren: Records
Northern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren records. Records include general files and topics, such as Women's Work, as well as information on individual congregations.
Northern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren: South Bend City, Membership Records
"The Church of the Brethren and PEACE," by Charles C. Cripe with an introduction by Dan West, published by the Northern Indiana Board of Christian Education.
Records and memorabilia from Northern Indiana District Churches of the Brethren that have been closed: Wakarusa, Michigan City, Bethel, South Bend Second (City).
Photograph of Marcos and Suely Inhauser, Church of the Brethren missionaries in Brazil.
Northwestern Ohio, Northern Ohio District: Church of the Brethren
BC2011/9a: Manual of Brotherhood Organization and Polity, Church of the Brethren, Revised 1962, Church of teh Brethren General Offices, Elgin, Illinois. Rufus King writtin on the cover. Handwritten note on yellow paper inside from Mrs. Tom Wetzel, North Manchester, Indiana regarding statement of church donations.
BC2011/9b Manual of Brotherhood Organization and Polity, Church of the Brethren, revised 1965, Church of the Brethren General Offices, Elgin, Illinois. R. King handwritten on book cover.
One program from the Peace Oratorical Contest, 14 June 1930. The program includes speakers and the the titles of their presentations. It appears as if all of the Church of the Brethren institutions had a representative at the contest, except for LaVerne College.
Booklet, titled, War is Contrary to the WIll of God," statements by the Historic Peace Churches and the International Fellowship of Reconciliation, July 1951.
Material related to Dr. Paul Petcher, including a newspaper article, "Dr. Paul Petcher, a Valuable, Vanishing Breed." Dr. Petcher is also an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren.
Bentley Peters was a 1962 Manchester College alumnus and a Manchester College Trustee (see the Manchester College Trustee list). He was also a member of the Church of the Brethren.
Don Bowman's research on the Ulrich, Rench, Cripe, Metzger, Shively, Wolf, Bowers, Bowman families. See genealogical book section in Archives, one file folder under Bowman.
Heckman family genealogical information from the Brookville, Ohio Historical Society. See genealogical book section in Archives, one file folder under Heckman.
Material relating to Benton and Ruby Rhoades who are alumni of Manchester College.
See also: Gospel Messenger 14 April 1945 p.5-6; 9 June 1945 p.8; 25 August 1945 p.15; 22 December 1945 p.23-24; 4 May 1946 p.21; 13 July 1946 p.16; 20 July 1946 p.10 (photo); 27 July 1946 p.13 (photo), 24; 3 August 1946 p.13; 12 October 1946 p.18-19 (photo); 14 December 1946 p.8-9 (photos); 19 July 1947 p.18-19; 11 October 1947 p.18-19; Feb. 1985 p.9; Messenger March 2003 p.22-25; Meet Your Missionaries, p.115, 116; She Hath Done What She Could, p.165-166, 168
Besides being a professor at Manchester College, T. Wayne Reiman was a leader within the Church of the Brethren. See the "Brethren People" file for more of his writings and an interview about his first connections with Manchester College. T. Wayne was also the father to Manchester College alumnus, Phil Rieman and father-in-law of alumna, Louise Baldwin Rieman.
The Rinehart family have produced prominent leaders in the Church of the Brethren. A brief listing of names and the source of information, "History of the Church of the Berthren in Indiana," by Otho Winger, 1917.
Donald Royer dissertation, "The Acculturation Process and the Peace Doctrine of the Church of the Brethren in the Central Region of the United States."
The Seagoing Cowboys: The Manchester Story. A presentation made by Peggy Reiff Miller for the North Manchester Historical Society Dinner, 9 March 2009.
Photographs of the Seagoing Cowboys in attendance.
For more Sea-Going Cowboy material See Also: The Dan West exhibit, 1st Floor, Funderburg Library.
Aviator and member of Phoenix Church of the Brethren. The first person in the United States to become a certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII) in a helicopter.
L. W. Shultz was a professor and librarian at Manchester College and a historian within the Church of the Brethren. An brief obituary is included in this file.
L. W. Shultz: Photograph of four men holding a large framed photograph and the book The Story of Camp (a book about Camp Alexander Mack). Back is labeled: Camp Mack. L-R: ?, L.W. Shultz, ?, Perry Huffaker.
Article from October 1977 Messenger, "Howard Sollenberger: Face-to-face Diplomacy." Also included are two write-ups of Howard Sollenberger's life work.
Howard Sollenberger, See Also: Gospel Messenger, 22 June 1946 p.21; Manchester College Bulletin, July 1977 p.11; October 1978 p.1.
South Bend City (Second) and South Bend Church of the Brethren: Northern Indiana District
Three early record books identified as BC2011/2a; "South Bend" 1877 - 1890, BC2011/2b; South Bend City (Second) with reference to Portage church city members (1905) and BC2011/2c; South Bend City (Second) with the preface, "Record of the Treasury of the Second Church of the Brethren Cushing and Van Buren Sts., South Bend, Indiana (with records beginning 1927).
South Bend City or South Bend Second, Church of the Brethren, Northern Indiana District: Church of the Brethren
Records and Record Books - Restricted - of Mississinewa German Baptist Church, 1950 - 1965, formerly of the Southern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren.
South Central Indiana District: Women's Fellowship Records
Financial records for the Church of the Brethren South Central Indiana District Women's Fellowship 2000 - October 2010 with Final Record of 1 January - 30 September 1999. Fall Fellowship report stating the decision to disband.
South Whitley Records, South Central District, Indiana :Church of the Brethren
L. W. Teeter Collection: Lewis Wallace Teeter, (1845 - 1927). Mechanic, preacher, Bible expositor, Annual Meeting leader. Born Oct. 15 near Hagerstown, IN. Teeter taught himself basic Greek and German to supplement a limited secondary education. He married Nancy Ellen Bowman in 1866 and they joined the Nettle Creek (Hagerstown), IN congregation in 1968. The Annual Meeting asked Teeter to prepare a two-volume commentary on the New Testament (1894). These materials contain the original handwritten draft as well as published volumnes.
A record book kept of the meetings and collections of the Brethren's Sabbath School, North Manchester, Indiana. This record begins on 17 April 1887 and continues through 7 January 1889. Some of the individuals cited are Albert Wright, S. A. Ulrey, Bertha Grossnickle, David Miller, Charles Delaughter and Sallie Baer.
The Christian Challenge, Publication from The Brethren of Early Christianity: Community Farm of the Brethren
The Archivist does not know which Brethren group this publication relates to. It was found in the Archives' stacks and was not discarded because of potential value to future research. The title and address of the publication follows:
"The Christian Challenge," The Brethren of Early Christianity, Community Farm of the Brethren, R. R. #4, Bright, Ontario, Canada.
Program: "Memorial Service conducted by Brethren Benefit Trust for Joel Kent Thompson," 18 November 1994.
"Joel Thompson Resigns from Top GSC Post," November 1980 Messenger.
"Meet Your Missionaries, Joel and Phyllis Thompson, the first Church of the Brethren missionaries to serve in Indonesia, Gospel Messenger, December 24, 1960.
Article: "Energy is a Moral Concern," by Joel K. Thompson, May 1978 Messenger, pg. 11.
"Brethren Staff Members Honored on Campuses," July 1978 Messenger: Manchester College alumnus, Joel K. Thompson, one of five persons awarded an Alumni Award by the Alumni Association of Manchester College, 1960.
For other material related to Joel Kent Thompson, see: Manchester College Bulletin, July 1978 p.8.
Correspondence between M. R. Zigler and Otho Winger primarily related to the mission work of the Church of the Brethren. Many names are referred to in these letters. Not all letters are between Winger and Zigler. There is mention of Winger's illness and operation on his head. The letterheads on these letters change:
General Ministerial Board of the Church of the Brethren.
General Mission Board of the Church of the Brethren, 1929.
Home Missions and Ministry, Church of the Brethren.
Related materials to Milo and Muriel Yoder in the Brethren People File:
Photocopy of the couple's portrait.
Information about Milo and Muriel from Daid Boothby 1976 - 2008 Regional Director of Heifer Project International.
Article by Jeanine Wine, Archivist, Manchester College, in preparation for the Dan West exhibit.
Obituary for Muriel Yoder received from Manchester College President, JoYoung Switzer.
Also see Milo and Muriel Yoder in Dan West exhibit display case and in the former Heifer Project International, Goshen office, materials.
See Also: Awards received by Milo and Muriel Yoder in the Heifer International, Goshen Office, materials, as well as in the Dan West exhibit in the Funderburg Library.
One copy of "The Cranium, 1937," yearbook for the Philadelphia Osteopathic Hospital School of Nursing. This book contains many autographs. Martha's photograph and description is on page 24.
One program for "Commencement Exercises, School of Nursing, Osteopathic Hospital of Philadelphia," 17 September 1937.
One brochure picturing the Osteopathic Hospital of Philadelphia, and the nurses' residence.
Posters for Church of the Brethren Regional Youth Conferences at Manchester College.
See Also: MC2009/71 File Folder MC2009/71-CY: Church of the Brethren Youth Conference for more posters for Regional Youth Conference at Manchester College, 1980, 1982, 1985.
MC2009/71-CY: Poster from Church of the Brethren Regional Youth Conference at Manchester College, 1982.
MC2004/709-1: Posters for Church of the Brethren Regional Youth Conferences at Manchester College, 1980.
Program from the Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren, 12 September 1965, with an article about the life of M. R. (Bob) Zigler on the back cover.
"...It was the tireless efforts of Bob Zigler in the 1930's and 1940's that led Congress to provide for work of national importance by conscientious objectors in lieu of military service..."
See Also:Gospel Messenger,14 July 1945 p.19; 25 August 1945 p.21; 15 September 1945 p.16; 29 September 1945 p.12, 16; 6 October 1945 p.18; 20 October 1945 p.6, 9; 27 October 1945 p.13; 3 November 1945 p.12; 10 November 1945 p.3-4, 7-8; 17 November 1945 p.21; 24 November 1945 p.16; 1 December 1945 p.21; 8 December 1945 p.11; 22 December 1945 p.6-7; 12 January 1946 p.24; 6 April 1946 p.16; 20 April 1946 p.7-8; 4 May 1946 p.12, 13; 1 June 1946 p.6; 6 July 1946 p.12; 2 November 1946 p.5-6; 16 November 1946 p.21; 21 December 1946 p.16; 4 January 1947 p.6; 25 January 1947 p.9; 8 February 1947 p.11; 8 March 1947 p.20; 12 April 1947 p.23; 20 September 1947 p.11; December 1985 p.12-13.
