Letter from Walter Staples, July 1, 1897
Scope and Content
The Lawrence Priddy Collection includes photographs from Priddy's time as a student at the Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College and Polytechnic Institute (VPI). Photos depict the Bugle Staff from 1895-1896 and another unidentified group of VPI cadets. Both photographs also include Julian Ashby Burruss, future president of VPI. Also included is a letter addressed to Priddy and the Editorial Board of the Bugle from Judge Walter R. Staples thanking them for dedicating the 1897 Bugle to him. A speech given by Lawrence Priddy at the dedication of the World War Memorial Building in October 1926 is present as well. The remaining items consist of newspapers articles and clippings discussing Priddy's many accomplishments throughout his life. The majority of these articles relate to Priddy's activities as an alumnus.
Dates
- July 1, 1897
Creator
- From the Collection: Priddy, Lawrence, Sr., 1874-1944 (Person)
Language of Materials
The materials in the colletion are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.2 Cubic Feet (1 folder)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
specref@vt.edu