Series II. Maud Mason papers, 1889-1908
Scope and Contents
Records of the Class of 1891, dating from 1887-1966, consisting of badges, clippings, correspondence, histories, invitations, memorabilia, photograph, poems, publications, printing plates, record books, reports, programs; concerning class activities, individuals, reunions; including rice paper placemats, class requirement books of Elizabeth G. Hoyt, Millie R. Todd, Theodora Kyle, and Esther Bailey, class photo album, scrapbooks of Esther Bailey and Theodora Kyle, printing plates for song "Peerless Wellesley," and statistical report on the health of members of the class. Papers of Anna Thorpe x91 are found with papers of Josephine Thorpe '95 (see Class of 1895 records).
Dates
- Creation: 1889-1908
Creator
- From the Collection: Wellesley College. Class of 1891 (Organization)
- From the Collection: Mason, Maud (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. To make an appointment to view materials, please contact the Archives staff by email at archives@wellesley.edu or by phone at (781) 283-3745.
Biographical / Historical
Maud Mason did not graduate with the Class of 1891, but was enrolled from 1887-1891; she was a non-traditional student, which was referred to as a "Special" student. She was President of the "Special Organization," and a member of the Society Zeta Alpha. She did social work in Boston and New York, and was a writer.
Extent
From the Collection: 8 Linear Feet (5 file boxes, 6 oversize boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Wellesley College Archives Repository