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Items associated with name 'Boy Scouts of America'
Folklife Collection - Grandfather Tales
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Warren Swab collected folk material. His collection explores his grandfather's experience with the Boy Scouts of America and his grandfather's collection of Native American artifacts, encompassing two folkgroups. Included is Swab's essay, a cassette tape interview (tape log included), and color photo album.
Harry L. Harcum papers
by Harcum, Harry L. (1910 – 1917)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Harry L. Harcum papers documents Harry’s involvement in local businesses and civic engagements in Salisbury, Maryland which include the development of the Boy Scouts of America, Wicomico County chapter as well as the associated African-American Boy Scout Troop, 1910-1917. In addition to Harcum’s engagements the papers also reflect the purchase of land in the Camden Avenue district as well as the design and construction of his family home, the Harcum House on Park Avenue. The records provide insight as to how residents of Salisbury utilized local business. Harry Harcum bought and sold stocks, this offers a glimpse of how Americans engaged in trade domestically and abroad.
Scott Family Papers
by Lankford, Scott, and Porter families (1842 – 1995)
2 boxes, 1 oversize folder (2.25 linear feet)
The Scott family papers document the Scott, Marshall, and Lankford families of Princess Anne, Maryland from 1842 to 1995, though primarily from the 1880s to the 1940s. Included are four photograph albums and many other photos; correspondence, autograph books, and programs related to Washington High School from Harriet "Hattie" Marshall Scott; Second World War correspondence and Boy Scouts of America documents from William Marshall Scott; World War II homefront and Somerset County Board of Education materials from Jeanette Gore Scott; and handwritten poetry and autograph books of Sally and Mollie Porter.