photographic postcards

Abstract The collection includes postcards that depict Elon's campus, alumni, class pictures, and much more. The bulk of this collection features historic buildings and/or areas of Elon's campus and surrounding areas that have changed dramatically over time. The dates of the postcards range from the early 20th century to the present. Postcards comprising this collection were obtained mostly through donations. The collection is arranged alphabetically by postcard name and then numerically by postcard...

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The collection contains both personal and professional records related to the May family, who owned and operated textile mills in Burlington, NC during the 20th century. Papers include personal correspondence, genealogical information, family photographs, legal records (such as deeds, estate records, military and pension records, and others), and business records and ephemeral related to the May textile business (including the May Hosiery Company).