Roosevelt School Collection

Items

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  Birdhouse on the Ground

  A birdhouse on the ground, next to a tree. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 15, 1939."
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  Students Perform in a Nativity Scene

  Students perform in a nativity scene, including shepherds, Mary, and one of the Three Wise Men. From an envelope titled "Christmas Play, 1933."
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  Display of Vegetables on a Table

  Vegetables displayed on tables. Drawings of vegetables are hanging from the wall above a banner that states "Third Grade." From an envelope titled "Hobby Show, 1943."
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  A Female Staff Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

  A female staff member sits outside Roosevelt School near a bush. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. Faculty."
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  An Athlete Running Outside

  An athlete wearing a track uniform runs outside. Roosevelt School and a woman appear in the background. From an envelope titled "Spring Sports, 1933."
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  A Laughing Baby Sitting on a Chair

  A laughing baby sits alone in a chair. From an envelope titled "Mr. Misner, Paul Misner."
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  Autumn Leaves Covering the Grounds near Welch Hall

  Autumn leaves cover the ground across the street from Welch Hall. Cars are parked on the street in between the grounds and Welch Hall. From an envelope titled "Fall Pictures, 1933."
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  Side Entrance to Roosevelt School

  The side entrance to Roosevelt School. Cars are parked on the street and students or staff stand in front of school. Autumn leaves cover the ground. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
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  Basketball Team Photo

  A photograph of the basketball team and their coach in the gym. The players are wearing their team jackets. From an envelope titled "Basketball, 1940."
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  A Child with a Doll

  A child stands outside and holds a doll. From an envelope titled "School Scenes, Mar. 1933."
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  Trees between Welch Hall and Cross Street

  Trees between Welch Hall and Cross Street. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 1937."
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  Snow-Covered Trees

  Snow-covered trees. From an envelope titled "Snow Scenes, etc."
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  Roosevelt School's Entrance

  Roosevelt School's entrance. One door is open. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt and Pierce Hall. Oct. 23, 1946."
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  Snow Covering a House

  Snow-covered grounds around a house. The photograph appears to have been taken at dusk or night. From an envelop titled "Campus Snow Scenes."
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  A Basketball Player Holds a Basketball

  A player holds a basketball on the court. From an envelope titled "Basketball, 1933."
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  Roosevelt School's Front Lawn

  Front view of Roosevelt School, from across the lawn. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt High School Buildings."
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  Front of the Greenhouse

  The front of the greenhouse. Hover Building is visible in the background. From an envelope titled "Greenhouse, Fall 1943."
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  Various Children's Drawings

  Eight crayon drawings on a board. Some feature flowers, others boats, and one features a teepee. There is one drawing of a man on a camel amid palm trees. From an envelope titled "Art Dept. 1932-1933."
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  Field Covered with Snow

  Snow covers a large field near a residential area. A fence and row of small evergreens separate the field from the houses. From an envelope titled "Snow Scenes, Woods, Feb. 25, 1940."
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  Ice on Tree Branches

  Branches covered with ice. From an envelope titled "Campus, Ice on Trees. Mar. 13, 1939."
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  Three Animal Sculptures

  Three animal sculptures, including a tiger and an elephant. From an envelope titled "Play Animals. Senior Art Class, May 1937."
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  Children Dressed as Pioneers Traveling the Oregon Trail

  Students dressed as pioneers walking through a partly wooded area. Some students sit inside a horse-drawn carriage. A group of students sit on the grass and watch. A sign stands on the lawn stating "On the way to the Oregon campfire." From an envelope titled "To be printed."
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  Rolls of Wiring Fencing near a Construction Site outside Sherzer Hall

  Rolls of wire fencing on near a construction site outside Sherzer Hall. Goodison or King halls are possibly being built. From an envelope titled "Physics Class, April 1939."
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  Staff Member Writing at Her Desk

  Staff member, possibly Mrs. Millard, writing at her desk. From an envelope titled "Crawford."
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  Sidewalk and Trees behind a Campus Building

  Trees cast shadows across the lawn and sidewalk behind a campus building. From an envelope titled "Rackham, 1942. Mr. Menzi, Roosevelt High. Negatives borrowed by E.E. Lord."
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  Model Airplane Club Members Pose with Their Planes

  Members of the Model Airplane Club pose with their airplanes inside a classroom. From an envelope titled "Model Airplane Club, Mar. 1938."
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  Chorus Members on Stage

  Chorus members pose on stage in the auditorium. A pianist sits in the middle in front of her piano. A stained glass window hangs in the background. From an envelope titled "Chorus, June 1939."
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  Faculty Member Sitting outside Roosevelt School

  Faculty member Mildred sitting outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Mildred Shaw (now Mead), Ed Butler."
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  Children Dressed as Cats on Stage

  Children dressed as cats on stage. One is dressed like a king and stands over the rest. The emulsion on the bottom right corner has faded away. From an envelope titled "Christmas Play, December 1941."
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  Masked Children on Stage

  A group of masked children pose on stage, along with one boy wearing a top hat. From an envelope titled "Art Program. Mr. Broad."
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  Steps Leading to Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial

  Steps Leading to Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial. Someone is sitting by the pottery sculpture near the steps. From an envelope titled "Put-In-Bay, June 1938."
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  Ice on Branches

  Tree branches covered with ice. From an envelope titled "Campus, Ice on Trees. Mar. 13, 1939."
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  Flags Hanging on a Board

  Six flags, made of felt or cloth, hanging on a board. The flags feature bowls or chalices containing flowers and fruit. From an envelope titled "Elementary Art Dept. Masks and Plaques."
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  Two Drawings of 17th Century Dancers

  Two drawings of 17th century dancers. The top painting is titled "Peasants Dancing." The bottom painting is titled "The Minuet." From an envelope titled "Art Reproduction."
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  Mr. Ray Brines Sitting in the Library

  Mr. Ray Brines sits at a desk in the library with a pencil and notebook. Students sit in the background. From an envelope titled "Ray Brines."
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  Basketball Team Photo

  A photograph of the basketball team and their coach in the gym. The players are wearing their team jackets. From an envelope titled "Basketball, 1938."
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  A Snow-Covered Field next to Trees

  A snow-covered field next to a wooded area. From an envelope titled "Snow Shadows, Jan. 26, 1937."
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  A Dried-Up Pond

  A dried-up pond. A barrel and part of a boat emerge from the mud. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 1942."
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  A Student Stands in the Snow

  A student stands in the snow and smiles at the camera. From an envelope titled "Snow Scenes, Woods, Feb. 25, 1940."
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  A Young Girl Reading by a Fireplace

  A young girl sits in a chair by a fireplace and reads. From an envelope titled "Mr. Misner, Paul Misner."
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  Small Wooden House or Schoolhouse

  Small wooden house or schoolhouse, surrounded by a light amount of snow. From an envelope titled "School R.H.S."
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  A Dried-Up Pond

  A dried-up pond. A barrel and boat emerge from the mud. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 1942."
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  A Basketball Player Poses with a Basketball

  A basketball player poses with a basketball, appearing to be making a shot. From an envelope titled Basketball, 1933."
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  Snow-Covered Grounds outside Roosevelt School

  The snow-covered grounds outside the back of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Snow and Frost, Roosevelt. Dec. 20, 1932."
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  Poplars Surrounded by Snow

  A line of poplars surrounded by snow. This is a double negative; an image of evergreens is faintly visible over the main image. From an envelope titled "Snow and Clouds, Nov. 15, 1933."
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  A Large Backyard Covered with Snow

  Snow covers a large backyard, with trees and a cement bench. The house or building is slightly visible on the right. From an envelope titled "Snow Shadows, Jan. 26, 1937."
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  Staff Member Stands outside Roosevelt School

  Staff member standing outside Roosevelt School near a door. From an envelope titled "Walker."
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  Sidewalk Leading to a Residential Street

  A curved sidewalk leading to a residential street--possible the sidewalk in front of Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Spring Scenes 1931."
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  Seniors Wearing Their Caps and Gowns

  Seniors wearing their caps and gowns, and standing on the Roosevelt School's steps. From an envelope titled "Seniors, 1938."
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  Faculty Member Reading a Periodical

  Faculty member reading a periodical. From an envelope titled "Faculty."
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  Children Draw Medieval Scenes in a Classroom

  A group of children draw medieval scenes on a large canvas in a sunlit classroom. From an envelope titled "To be printed"
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  Trees and Snow near Roosevelt School

  Trees and snow outside Roosevelt School. Cars and Ford Hall are visible in the distance. From an envelope titled "R.H.S. from Roof and Other Campus Scenes."
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  A Large Field

  A photograph of a large field, with trees and a house in the distance. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 1942."
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  Michigan State Normal College and Huron River

  Photograph of the Huron River, taken from a wooded hillside. The campus is partially visible. From an envelope titled "Spring Scenes 1931."
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  Two Geese behind a Fence

  Two geese stand behind a fence. The soccer field and houses are visible in the background. From an envelope titled "School Scenes, Mar. 1933."
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  The Baseball Team Stand with Their Coach

  The baseball team and their coach stand outside Roosevelt Hall. They have taken off their baseball caps. From an envelope titled "Baseball, Spring 1942."
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  Upper Corner of Old Main

  Upper corner of Old Main. Damaged brickwork is visible between two windows. From an envelope titled "Campus Buildings, Repairs."
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  Blossoms on a Tree

  Blossoms bloom on a tree in a field. From an envelope titled "Spring Scenes, May 22, 1935."
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  Pine Grove Trail

  A narrow pathway through a pine grove. From an envelope titled "Pine Grove, Campus Pond, 1930."
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  Children Holding Paintings of Winter Activities

  Nine girls hold paintings of winter scenes on stage. From an envelope titled "To be printed."
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  Roosevelt School Home Work Shops Sign

  A sign stating "Home Work Shops, Roosevelt School, Michigan State Normal College." The sign features cut-outs of two men. One is sawing wood and another is forging metal. From an envelope titled "Home Workshop, % Mr. Chamberlain, Jan, 1941."
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  A Football Player Poses on the Field

  A football player poses on the field. From an envelope titled "Football, 1933."
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  A Trail Near the Campus Pond

  Part of a dirt trail is visible near the campus pond. From an envelope titled "Pine Grove, Campus Pond, 1930."
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  Four Students Dressed as Elves Hold Wreaths

  Four boys dressed as elves hold wreaths. From an envelope titled "Christmas Assembly, 1939."
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  Costumed African American Students Pose on Stage

  African American students dressed in 19th century clothing pose on stage. One girl knits while a boy plays the guitar. From an envelope titled "Music Assembly, Elementary, Mar. 1940."
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  Drawing of a Woman Holding Two Baskets

  Drawing of a woman outside a farmhouse. She is holding two baskets. From an envelope titled "Art Frieze."
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  Faculty Posing outside Room 207

  Faculty pose outside room 207. From an envelope titled "Roosevelt Faculty, Dec. 14, 1940."
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  A Boy Dressed as Santa Clause Leans on a Fireplace

  A boy dressed as Santa Clause leans on a fireplace replica. From an envelope titled "1st Grade, Christmas-1936."
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  Students in Costumes Stand near Santa's House

  Students dressed in costumes stand with Santa in front of his house, located in the lobby or hallway. From an envelope titled "1st Grade, Christmas-1936."
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  An Outfielder Poses in the Field

  An outfielder poses for the camera, appearing to pick up a ball on the ground. From an envelope titled "Spring Sports, 1933."
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  A Man and Woman Walking Down a Dirt Path

  A man and women walking down a dirt path between a field and the woods. A smokestack or chimney is visible behind the trees. From an envelope titled "Campus Scenes, Oct. 1942."
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  A Cement Bench by a Tree

  A cement bench by a tree outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Snow Shadows, Jan. 26, 1937."
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  A Football Player on the Field

  A football player squats on the field. From an envelope titled "Football, 1934."
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  A Football Player Poses outside Roosevelt School

  A football player poses outside Roosevelt School. From an envelope titled "Football Team, 1932."
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  An Empty College Float

  An empty college float sits on the grass. The float says "Music-Arts" on the top and "M.S.N.C." on the bottom. "America is another word for Opportunity" is written inside. From an envelope titled "College Float, 1936."