Archives of Chemical Society of Lehigh University

Collection

Identifier: SC MS 0074

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The collection contains 6 manuscript notebooks titled "Constitution and By- laws;" "General"(list of articles available); "Librarian" (record of books borrowed and returned); "Secretary;" "Treasurer;" and "Scrapbook;" covering 1871-1920 (not complete). Also a bound published speech by Benjamin Silliman, 1872.

Dates

Creation: 1871 - 1920

Creator

Silliman, Benjamin (Person)
Chemical Society of Lehigh University (Organization)

Biographical / Historical

During its early years, Lehigh University encouraged student groups to form for scholarly pursuits. The Chemical Society was formed in 1871, encouraged by Prof. Chandler, and according to notes, was still active in the 1950s.

Extent

1 Linear Feet : 2 boxes (6 mss. notebooks); 1 linear foot

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Chemical Society was formed in 1871, encouraged by Prof. Chandler, and according to the notes, was still active in the 1950s. The material here includes 6 manuscript notebooks from the early days of the society.