EMORY UNIVERSITY.
Dooley collection,
1952-2000
Dooley collection, 1952-2000
Emory University
Emory University Archives
Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library
Atlanta, GA 30322
404-727-6887
marbl@emory.edu
Permanent link: http://pid.emory.edu/ark:/25593/bn5mn
Table of Contents
Descriptive Summary
| Creator: | Emory University. |
|---|---|
| Title: | Dooley collection, 1952-2000 |
| Call Number: | Series No. 72 |
| Extent: | 4 linear ft. (4 boxes) |
| Abstract: | The collection consists of memorabilia, correspondence, publications and other items related to the spirit of Emory University and Emory's unofficial mascot, Dooley. |
| Language: | Materials entirely in English. |
Administrative Information
Restrictions on Access
Unrestricted access.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction
All requests subject to limitations noted in departmental policies on reproduction.
Source
Transfer
Citation
[after identification of item(s)], Dooley collection, Emory University Archives, Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library, Emory University.
Processing
Processed by Nancy Hall Watkins, 2004.
Collection Description
Administrative History
The Lord of Misrule and Spirit of Emory, Dooley, first appeared anonymously in a letter to The Phoenix literary magazine in 1899. In 1909, the skeleton appeared again in print, signing the letter "Dooley." Dooley is feted annually at Dooley's Week with dances, concerts, and other programmed events.
Scope and Content Note
The collection consists of memorabilia, correspondence, publications and other items of and related to Dooley.
Arrangement Note
Arranged by file type.
Container List
| Papers | ||
| Box | Folder | Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Certificate, 1995 |
| 1 | 2 | Commencement program, 1999 |
| 1 | 3 | Letters from Dooley, 1980-1989 |
| 1 | 4 | Letters from Dooley, 1990-1998 |
| 1 | 5 | Letters from Dooley, undated |
| 1 | 6 | Letters to Dooley, 1982-1985 |
| 1 | 7 | Letters to Dooley, 1986-1987 |
| 1 | 8 | Letters to Dooley, 1988-1989 |
| 1 | 9 | Letters to Dooley, 1990-1993 |
| 1 | 10 | Letters to Dooley, 1994-1997 |
| 1 | 11 | Letters to Dooley, undated |
| Memorabilia | ||
| 1 | 12 | Basketball button |
| 1 | 13 | Business cards of James T. Dooley and William M. Dooley |
| 1 | 14 | Decal |
| 1 | 14A | Dooley's Frolics program, 1966 |
| 1 | 15 | Lapel pin |
| 1 | 16 | Letter to Dooley, anonymous |
| 1 | 17 | Medallion, "Eternally yours, William M. Dooley 10-28-98" |
| 1 | 18 | Photograph, 1996 |
| 1 | 19 | ROTC patch, 1952 |
| 1 | 20 | Letter from Dooley on donation, 1997 |
| 1 | 21 | "Dooley's Ditty," 1952 and 1982 |
| 1 | 22 | "Dooley's Dates," calendar and student planner, 1999-2000 |
| 2 | Skeleton suit | |
| 3 | Super Soaker squirt gun, circa 1997 | |
| 4 | Shoes and hat | |
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