creator:

Witt, Dorleen E. (Aulerich)

 title:

Scrapbooks

 dates:

1940-1944

 extent:

1.41 linear ft.  (1 oversized box)

 collection number:

RS 21/7/174

 repository:

University Archives, Special Collections Department, Iowa State University.

 access:

Open for research

 publication rights:

Consult Head, Special Collections Department

 preferred citation:

Dorleen E. (Aulerich) Witt Scrapbooks, RS 21/7/174, Special Collections Department, Iowa State University Library.

Biographical note

 
Dorleen E. (Aulerich) Witt’s hometown was Monona, Iowa.  She attended Iowa State College (University) from 1940 until 1944.  She was an active member of the Lutheran Students’ Association.  Witt received a B.S. (1944) in Home Economics Education and she worked for the Interstate Power Company after graduation

Collection description

 
This collection contains three scrapbooks that document Mrs. Witt’s years as a student at Iowa State College (University).  Included are photographs, news clippings, programs, and various memorabilia associated with activities on campus such as VEISHEA, commencement ceremonies, Honors Day, and social dances.  The scrapbooks contain photos of the campus, VEISHEA parade floats, military revues, and classmates.  There are also images of the Ellen H. Richards house that was used for Home Management courses. 

  Organization

 
   The collection is arranged in chronological order.

1

Scrapbook (2 4x5 b&w photos)

1940-1941

1

Scrapbook (11 4x5 b&w photos)

1941-1942

1

Scrapbook (73 4x5 b&w photos)

1942-1944