Lena Hurlburt Papers

Collection

Identifier: 2002-0124

Staff Only

Scope and Content

The collection contains 3 small photograph albums documenting campus life and activities and one volume documenting her work as a teacher (1909-1910).

Dates

undated, 1902-1910

Access

The collection is open and available for research.

Restrictions on Use

Permission to publish from these Papers must be obtained in writing from both the University of Connecticut Libraries and the owner(s) of the copyright.

Biography

In 1906, Lena H. Hurlburt (Class of 1908) became the first woman on the student newspaper editorial board. After graduating in 1908, it can be presumed that she became a teacher in Connecticut.

No additional information about her is available.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

In 1906, Lena H. Hurlburt (Class of 1908) became the first woman on the student newspaper editorial board (Class notes editor). The collection contains 3 small photograph albums documenting campus life and activities and one volume documenting her work as a teacher (1909-1910).

Arrangement

The materials are arranged by format.

Custodial History

These materials were in the custody of a neighbor of Ms. Hurlburt's after her death. At the time of the neighbor's death, they were transferred to the custody of the executor of the estate, David L. Paletsky.

Acquisition Information

The collection was donated to Archives & Special Collections at the Thomas J. Dodd Research Center by Mr. Paletsky in October 2002.

Related Material

Archives & Special Collections has a substantial collection of materials pertaining to the University, its history, administration, faculty, staff and students. For detailed information on these collections please contact the curator or ask at the Reading Room desk.

Separated Material

The following materials have been separated from the collection and cataloged:

Connecticut Agricultural College Bulletin. (1902-1908) Dodd Call No.

Preliminary Report on the Humenials of Connecticut. State Geological Natural History Survey #3. Dodd Call No.