Will Csaplar Postcard Collection, 1900-1950s, bulk 1910-1925

Creator:: Csaplar, Wilfrid W
Abstract:: This collection consists of postcards from the early twentieth century depicting Columbia University buildings, sites, and related imagery. These postcards were collected over the years by Columbia alum Will Csaplar (AB 1957, AM 1958).
Extent:: 1.04 linear feet (2 index card boxes)
Language:: English .
Scope and content:: This collection contains postcards that feature imagery relating to Columbia University. These postcards date mostly from 1900 to 1950, although many date closer to the period of 1910 to 1925. Some postcards contain messages and stamps, but many are blank. There are a large number of postcards depicting Low Library and aerial views of the Morningside Campus, as well as a fair number depicting various sites on Barnard's campus and Teachers College. These postcards contain a mixture of photographed and illustrated images, with both black and white and color images.
Biographical / historical:: Wilfrid (Will) W. Csaplar graduated from Columbia College with a Bachelor of Arts in 1957 and from the Graduate Business School with a Master's Degree in 1958. While an undergraduate at Columbia, Csaplar competed on the Varsity track and basketball teams and was a member of the Spiked Shoe Society and the University Christian Society. He also belonged to the Delta Upsilon Fraternity.

Acquisition information:

Source of acquisition--Will Csaplar CC 1956. Method of acquisition--Gift; Date of acquisition--2016.

Custodial history:

This collection was donated to Columbia University Archives by Will Csaplar CC 1956 in 2016.

Processing information:

This collection was processed by Emily Burns, CC 2017. Finding aid written by Emily Burns in April 2017.

Postcards processed Emily Burns, CC 2017 April 2017.

Arrangement:

This collection is arranged in four series.

Accruals:

No additions are expected

Rules or conventions:

Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Related material:

Historical Photograph Collection (UA#0004)

Historical Photograph Collection, 1855-2012 (UA#0003)

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is located on-site.

This collection has no restrictions.

Terms of access:

Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Preferred citation:: Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Will Csaplar Postcard Collection; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Location of this collection:: Columbia University Archives

University Archives Home Page
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:: Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.

Contact:: uarchives@columbia.edu

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