Manuscript Database
Creator/Title
Borden, Emma Lee. Graduation book, 1915-1919. 1 vol.
Call No.
Mss. SB B728
Content
Graduation book of Emma Lee Borden, who attended Louisville Girls' High School and graduated in 1919. The preprinted book, entitled "The Girl Graduate: Her Own Book", contains memories of Borden's final high school days. Borden's book contains photographs and notes from classmates and teachers; ephemera and photographs from social events, including parties and dances; newsclippings and ephemera from class plays, especially the Louisville Girls' High School 1919 production of "Pomander Walk"; graduation invitations and commencement programs, including Borden's 1919 graduation program and menu from the reception; Borden's report cards for 1915-1919; and a scholarship notice from the University of Louisville. The scrapbook contains several photographs of Borden, including a few in which she is wearing her commencement dress. Also included are a few items relating to supporting World War I soldiers.
