Bonfire program, 1917 October 27
File — Box: Multi 07, Folder: 01
Scope and content note
The bonfire, held on campus, was to celebrate Liberty Loan Victory and was lit by Judge James A. Pearce. The pyre was made up of wood and materials from various buildings around Chestertown including a door from the Custom House, wood from the Pearce home (possibly the Hynson Ringgold House), a plank from the oldest house in Maryland, shingles from Wide Hall, and woodwork from the Wickes home. Speeches were given by Prof. Ten Hoor, Thomas S. Bowers, William F. and L. Bates Russell, and Capt. Ryan.
Dates
- Creation: 1917 October 27
Access restrictions
Collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: .05 Cubic Feet (1 folder)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Washington College Archives & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
300 Washington Avenue
Chestertown MD 21620
300 Washington Avenue
Chestertown MD 21620