Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions to access or use for research purposes.

Custodial History

This freshman "rat cap" beanie, which belonged to Gertrude T. Wright while a student at State Teachers College, was subsequently acquired by Nancy Shelton during her tenure with Longwood University's Department of Alumni Relations. It is unknown when this collection was transferred to the Greenwood Library Archives.

Biographical / Historical

Gertrude Thornhill Wright of Lexington, Virginia attended State Teachers College from 1940 to 1944. While a student at State Teachers College, she was a member of Le Cercle Francais, the YWCA, the Athletic Association, and the Commercial Club.

Scope and Contents

The beanie in this collection, which dates to ca. 1940, was worn by Gertrude T. Wright while a freshman at State Teachers College.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Wright, Gertrude Thornhill