Deck Piece from the USS Missouri, c.1945
A piece of reddish wood with a circular silver disk inserted on one side. The disk reads, "U. S. S. MISSOURI, Over this spot on 2 September 1945 the instrument of formal surrender of Japan to the Allied Powers was signed thus bringing to a close the second world war. The ship at that time was at anchor in Tokyo Bay. Latitude 35 21 17 North - Longitude 139 45 36 East"
Dink and Freshman Pin, c.1949
The dink is made out of red felt with a white button on top. The button is made out of metal which has "Dickinson College Freshman", along with the old college seal and on a piece of paper in the middle "Jim Pritchard" is written.
Certificate and World War II Medals, 1945
A certificate mounted in a gold frame listing the date, medals and position awarded to Thomas Edward Munce, Jr. for his service in World War II. Under the crest printed in orange, the text reads "The Under-Secretary of State for War presents his compliments and by Command of the Army Council has the honour to transmit the enclosed Awards granted for service during the war of 1939-45. 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star, with 8th Army Clasp, Italy Star, War Medal, 1939-1945." This item belonged to Thomas Edward Munce, Jr., class of 1939.
World War II Victory Medal, c.1945
A gold medal attached to a rainbow and red colored ribbon pin. On the front there is an image of woman holding a broken sword in each hand and one foot standing on a helmet and the text "WORLD WAR II". On the reverse is the image of a piece of grain and the text "UNITED STATES OF AMERICAN 1941 - 1945". This object belonged to Albert Louther Demaree, class of 1923.
New Hampshire Medical Society Medal, 1941
A small gold metal pendent featuring a stamped seal of the New Hampshire Medical Society celebrating fifty years. "New Hampshire Medical Society" is engraved around the seal. On the back is a name and date engraved "Zatae L. Straw 1892-1942". This object belonged to Zatae Longsdorff, class of 1887.
USNR Dog Tag, 1943
A United States Navy Reserve (USNR) Dog Tag with a chain necklace attached and engraved with the text "COUTTS ALAN 647 43 68 TYPE-O T/11/43 USNR-P."
Marion Bell's Chi Omega Mug, 1946
A white ceramic mug with the college name, date, and Chi Omega insignia on the front. The name “Marion V. Bell" is printed on the back in black.
George Shuman, Jr. Football Plaque, 1949
A bronze medallion on a wooden plaque with the inscription, "1949, Red Devils, Dickinson College, George Shuman Jr.", honoring George Shuman, Jr. for his performance in football in 1949.
Dickinson College Embosser, c.1945
A black iron embosser with the stamp of the Dickinson College seal.
Dickinson College Embosser, c.1945
A hand-held gray metal embosser for the stamp of the Dickinson College seal.
United States Flag, 1942
The American flag with 48 stars, folded in a military fashion. Slightly faded.
Commencement button, 1949
White round button with college seal and name, and “Commencement” in red, with “My Name is Dean Hoffman,” a member of the Class of 1949.
Bracelet, c.1940
Gold linked band with black centerpiece bearing the Phi Kappa Sigma symbol in gold metal.
Class of 1944 ring, 1944
Gold ring with college seal in black setting which belonged to Elizabeth Faddis Cunliffe.
Engraving Plate, 1946
Metal engraving plate used to produce the invitations to President William W. Edel's inauguration on October 26, 1946.
Alpha Chi Rho fraternity key, 1948
Alpha Chi Rho fraternity key. The text on the attached paper reads "AXP 'Monte Carlo' March 20, 1948."
Engraving Blocks from "Fifty Printer's Marks", 1947
Fifty-nine engraving blocks from "Fifty Printer's Marks" by Edwin Elliot Willoughby, Class of 1922.
John W. Snyder Commemorative Medal, c.1945
Bronze Medal with bust of John W. Snyder, inscription, and treasury seal. Produced by the U.S. Mint. John W. Snyder was the United States Secretary of the Treasury under President Harry S. Truman. Snyder delivered an address during the 1949 commencement exercises and was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws.
Raven’s Claw Hat, 1943
Raven's Claw cloth hat with insignia, belonging to James Prescott, III, class of 1944. Prescott wore the hat to show his affiliation with the honor society. Raven's Claw is an honor society consisting of seven senior Dickinson males.
Wheel and Chain Hat, 1945
This Wheel and Chain hat from 1945 was worn by Christine Myers Crist, class of 1946. The hat was donated by Jane Myers Seller, class of 1955, in 2012.