James W. Dykes, class of 1917, papers

Collection — Box: Multi 09

Identifier: MS-0179

Scope and Contents Note

This collection contains ephemera and photographs from James’ time at Washington College, including dance cards, programs, and the Board of Visitors & Governors medal he won.

Dates

Creation: 1915-1917

Access restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Publication rights

Copyright has not been assigned to Washington College. All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Archives and Special Collections. Permission for publication is given on behalf of Washington College as the owner of the physical items and is not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the researcher.

Biographical Information

James W. Dykes (1895-1971) was born in Fruitland, Maryland, to James Madison Dykes (1860-1900) and Lillie Goslee Dykes (1869-1939). James graduated from Washington College in 1917. Two years later, he married his fellow classmate, Carmeta Russell (1895-1988). He worked at chemical plants in both West Virginia and New Jersey.