Mary Leihr Scrapbook
Scope and Contents
This scrapbook was compiled by Mary Leihr during 1926 and 1927. The scrapbook includes drawings, cartoons, notes, letters, and telegrams sent by Mary's beau Al William Logan, a travelling saleman. Many of the cartoons and sketches express Al's adoration for Mary and illustrate his travels. The notes and sketches are also representative of 1920s American culture with references to fashion, radio, race, and humor.
Dates
- Creation: 1926-1927
Creator
- Leihr, Mary (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
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Biographical Note
Mary Leihr lived in Indianiapolis, Indiana during the 1920s. Her beau, Al William Logan, appears to have been a travelling saleman. He wrote Mary letters and drew her sketches while he was away on business in California, Oregon, Washington, North Dakota, Montana, and Minnesota.
Extent
0.20 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Source of Acquisition
Found in the stacks. Donor and acquisition date unknown.
Accruals and Additions
9999-207 (accessioned in Jan 2012. Found in stacks)
- Title
- Mary Leihr Scrapbook
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Amanda Lanthorne
- Date
- 02/16/2015
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- eng
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections & University Archives Repository