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Stoneware stein with Munich child beneath a 4F shield
No full textA 1/2 liter stoneware stein with Munich child beneath a 4F shield; verse on front.1/2 liter;[inscripton on lid] 1914 Alphous Baazinger [inscription on stein] Turner Landsturm Regiment 1(?) Rompagnie [inscription on shield] Turner-Landstrum Munchen1914 Alphous Baazinger / Gymnast Conscripted(?) Regiment 1st Company(?)Likely belonged to Alphous Baazinger, since his name is engraved on the lid (along with the year 1914).The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
A stoneware stein for 14th Bavarian Turnfest held in Wurzburg in 1912
No full textA 1 Liter stoneware stein for 14th Bavarian Turnfest held in Wurzburg in 1912. The A 14 Bvavaring Turnfest was held ,July 20-23, 1912. The stein is signed by Franz Ringer.1 liter;14 Bayerisches 4F Turnfest Wurzburg signed Franz Ringer, Juli 20-23, 1912. Wilhelm Steche, Wurzburg14 Bavarian Gymnastic Festival at Wurzburg, July 20-23,1912.This stein may be the same as MS519--0062The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
A pottery stein with a flag
No full textA 1/2 liter stoneware stein with a flag featured prominently on it. The white flag has the initials in black "T.i.B." and a red "4F", it divided by two red horizontal stripes, one in the upper half, the other in the lower half. The meaning of the "TIB" is Ruder-Riege der Turngemeinde in Berlin 1848 e.V. which means the German Rowing Clubs in Berlin. The "4F" is the logo of the German gymnastics federation.The meaning of the "TIB" is Ruder-Riege der Turngemeinde in Berlin 1848 e.V. which means the German Rowing Clubs in Berlin. The German Rowing Club was established on March 17, 1893 in Berlin.1/2 liter;"TiB" translates as German Rowing Clubs in Berlin. "4F" is Frisch, Fromm, Froh, Frei (fresh, pious, happy, free).The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
A stoneware stein with Turner and gymnastic equipment
No full textA half-liter Mettlach stoneware stein with 4F Turner and gymnastic equipment with pewter lid.1/2 liter;The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
Group of seven 4F medals
No full textGroup of seven 4F medals framed on black felt.The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
Framed metal relief plaque of Father Jahn
No full textMetal relief plaque of Father Jahn framed in wood with small plaque at the bottom part of the frame.The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
Set of 4 pins
No full textSet of four 4F pins in a small display box.The Art and Madeline Slicer Turnvereine Stein collection consists of 132 items, 106 of which are German beer steins and other drinking vessels; the remaining 26 items are memorabilia. The collection was donated to Springfield College Archives in March 2015 by Art and Madeline Slicer, classes of 1959 and 1958, respectively. All items were created by, or have the underlying theme of, the German sporting organizations called Turnvereine, known in the United States as the Turners. Made of pottery, stoneware, ceramic, pewter, and glass, the steins and memorabilia depict sporting activities such as gymnastics, running, lifting, and other track-and-field events. Begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in 1811 in Berlin, these social clubs were designed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of national pride. Members of these clubs also competed in festivals (Turnfests), commemorated through many of the steins in this collection , including from Turnfests held in Frankfurt, Leipzig, Münich, and Nüremberg. The historical period represented by the items in this collection ranges from the mid-nineteenth century through 1942, with the bulk of the materials dating between 1880 and 1934
The Triangle, Spring 2016 (Vol. 86, No. 2)
No full textSpringfield College’s alumni magazine is currently called The Triangle, a reference to the school’s emblem: an inverted red triangle representing the spirit, mind, and body. The magazine began at roughly twenty pages and in three years doubled in size. As with its previous formats, the magazine covers college news, including faculty research and school development projects. However, its primary purpose is to provide a forum for alumni to comment, and much of the magazine is dedicated to alumni achievements and class notes
Finding aid: MS 522 Olga Ellis Spring Term Project
No full textThe collection contains reports and documents written and gathered by Olga E. Ellis, the registrar of Springfield College from 1946-1966, pertaining to students and classes at Springfield College. She gathered and produced these materials for what she termed as her “Spring Term Project,” completed before her retirement in 1966. Included within are reports, pamphlets, correspondence, grade cards, syllabuses, newspaper articles, and brochures.
The collection starts with a Table of Contents that describes what was gathered and written for the project as well as reports and descriptions of retention policies around the time of her retirement in 1966. There are also a number of folders containing information on Jacob’s Pillow, including a report outlining the history of SC and Jacob’s Pillow written by Olga Ellis, a bunch of letters from Ted Shawn, the first agreement between Jacob’s Pillow and Springfield College, and registration information (rosters) of students enrolled in the University of the Dance (a joint venture between Jacob’s Pillow and Springfield College). Another group of materials contains information and syllabi on “YMCX” (correspondence/“Home Study”) courses, including Syllabus for Home-Study by Leslie Tompkins, Life and Teachings of Jesus by Fred G. Bratton, and The Origin and Development of the American YMCA up to 1900, by Paul Limbert.
There are a number of studies and reports on Springfield College in the collection. These include studies conducted by Donald Crout, including Studies on Attrition of Classes from 1963-64, Junior College Transfers, 1957-1963, and Freshman Academic Achievement. Mostly, though, there are reports produced by Springfield College including enrollment reports from 1932 through 1945, list of students sent to other colleges in the summer of 1944-45, religious affiliation reports (1930-1944), students abroad lists (1935-1936 & 1936-1937), African American enrollment reports (1924-1946), AACTE report figures (1949-1955), degrees granted from 1954-1961, students graduating in the physical rehabilitation program (1949-1955), summary of degrees awarded from 1946-1959, percentage enrollment of physical education students (1946-1957), summer enrollment figures (1947-1955), part-time enrollment figures (1946-1956) and four-year plans for women’s enrollment, 1953-1957.
Finally there are materials on courses and special education programs. This includes course schedules and offerings from 1938-1948 and Commencement brochures and programs from 1925 through 1945. Of particular interest are the syllabi and information on Project CAUSE, an educational program that was involved in the Peace Corps Training Program. Among the materials are a final report, written by James E. Genasci on the 1965 Peace Corps Training Program: Venezuela Project in Physical Education, Recreation and Community Organization as well as a Directory of the participants. There are also information, correspondence, reports, newspaper clippings, and catalogs from the University of the Seven Seas. There are materials on the YMCA International School of Physical Education, Geneva, Switzerland, including a letter stating that records of students who attended institution were, at that time in 1966, held in the Archives of the World Alliance of Young Men’s Christian Associations, Geneva, Switzerland. Finally, there are materials including course descriptions and evaluations of courses in Physics and Mathematics offered for the 323rd College Training Detachment (Aircrew) that took place in 1943-1944 and grade cards from Aviation Courses held in 1941. Other materials and reports are included such as Silver Bay summer programs and grades of special courses thought to have been given from 1940 to 1946.For biography of Olga Ellis, see: https://springfield.as.atlas-sys.com/agents/people/59
George Williams wax cylinder on NEDCC "IRENE" (2016)
No full textThe George Williams wax cylinder, the only known recording of George Williams, being digitized in September of 2016. The cylinder is on a tube that is part of a audio preservation technology known as "IRENE". IRENE uses a non-contact approach to Audio Preservation, creating ultra-high resolution images of the audio groove structures. The resulting image files are then processed through software that translates them into an audio file.To learn more about Sir George Williams, see: https://springfield.as.atlas-sys.com/agents/people/71