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"Archives of Erasmus Hall High School"

Card catalog

Catalogue of the Archives of Erasmus Hall High School, Compiled by Joseph W. Halpern, Class of '72

Offsite-Box: RC-25 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Card catalog in wooden file drawer. A bound photocopy of the cards is kept in the New-York Historical Society Manuscript Department, but the present finding aid provides a nearly verbatim transcription of the item-level catalog.

All Souls Universalist Church

The Church and the Home in the Realm of Light and Air. All Souls Church and Flatbush of To-Day, 1908, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: [Flatbush of To-Day, 1908] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The first eight pages of this history of Flatbush are devoted to All Souls Universalist Church, Ocean and Ditmas Avenues, Brooklyn, N.Y., which sponsored the publication.

Anthology of Student Verse

"Anthology of Student Verse" written by students of Erasmus Hall High School, 1931, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Anthology of Student Verse (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch [yearbook]

Scope and Contents

"Arch," the annual yearbook of the graduating class of Erasmus Hall High School. Early issues were known as the "Senior Class Book" or "Senior Yearbook." Through 1953, separate books were published for the January and June graduating classes. Since 1954, one book has been published each year. The collection is complete except for June 1930 and 1932, which may or may not have been published.

Arch, 1929 Jan.–1936 Jan., inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-30 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1936 June–1940 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-31 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1941 Jan.–1945 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-32 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1946 Jan.–1949 Jan., inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-33 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1949 June–1953 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-34 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1954–1959, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-35 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1960–1964, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-36 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1965–1969, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-37 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1970–1975, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-38 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch, 1976–1978, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-39 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Arch Angles

"Arch Angles, the 6th Term Magazine", undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

One issue only, n.d.

Arista Society

[Minutes, constitution, letters], 1909, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Arista Society (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Hardcover notebook containing minutes of meeting of high school principals to organize "Arista" (Oct. 4, 1909), of which W. B. Gunnison was chairman; Constitution of the Arista League; memorandum providing for teacher members; and the rest of the book devoted to letters received from those students and teachers who were appointed to Arista on honorary basis.

Certificate and letter, 1909, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Arista Society—framed membership certificate (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two framed items, under glass:
• Certificate of election to Arista on as an Honorary Member, dated Dec. 1909; granted to William O'Donoghue, who received this honor posthumously.
• Covering letter from W. B. Gunnison to the father of William O'Donoghue.

Miscellaneous documents . . ., 1909, 1920, 1923, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Arista (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

. . . including:
• The Arista League Constitution (printed copy).
• The Masque of Arista (Program of Arista ceremony held Jan. 12 and 13, 1920; May 3, 1923).
• Membership certificate of Willis Boughton, Dec. 1909.

Bergen, Teunis G.

Genealogy of the Lefferts family (Albany: Munsell), 1878, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Bergen. Lefferts Genealogy (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presentation copy from John Lefferts to Dr. John L. Zabriskie, Sept. 28, 1878.

Berkowsky, Ruth Levinson (EHHS math teacher)

"Papyrus: The First Twenty-Five Years, 1931–1955. Published by the XYZ Club of Erasmus Hall High School Under the Guidance of Ruth Levinson Berkowsky", [1955], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4b, Volume: Papyrus: The First Twenty-Five Years (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This bound memorial copy was given to EHHS by Mr. and Mrs. M. Gerson. It includes a foreword by Ellis Johnson (Chrmn., Math. Department), and Dr. John F. McNeill; and a eulogy by the faculty.

Biota

"Biota," published by the Biology Department of EHHS, 1959–1974, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• 1959 (Spring)
• 1969
• 1970
• 1973 [2 copies]
• 1974

Board of Education of the City of Brooklyn

Annual report of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to the Board of Education of the city of Brooklyn, 1896, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Annual Report . . . Board of Education . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This 243-page report contains much information about Erasmus Hall, which was transferred to the city of Brooklyn in 1896.

Board of Education of the City of New York

Journal of the Board of Education of the City of New York. New York, 1898, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Board of Education misc. publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

666 p. Minutes of the newly-formed Board of Education of Greater New York.

Bookplates

[Bookplate of Abraham Lott], 1762, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Book (1745) with bookplate of Abraham Lott (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

18th century engraved armorial bookplate of Abraham Lott. Signed on title page, "Abrm Lott junr 1762," but the bookplate may be that of the senior Abraham Lott (1684–1754). Meijers, L. Woordenschat . . . Amsterdam, 1745.

Boughton, Willis A. (EHHS teacher, 1899–1924)

"Papers and Letters in re the History of Erasmus Hall Academy and H.S.", undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Correspondence Relating to the Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1906) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Mr. Boughton was responsible for much of the work which went into compiling the Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1906). A folder marked by Mr. Boughton as "Papers and Letters in re the History of Erasmus Hall Academy and H.S." can be found in: Records Case, Drawer 1, Folder marked "Correspondence Relating to Chronicles of Erasmus Hall."

"Willis Boughton: a biographical sketch", undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Willis Boughton, teacher, EHHS, 1899–1924 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Pages 45–46 deal with his years at Erasmus Hall. This copy inscribed to Mrs. Harriet Oxman.

"Battle of Brooklyn" (New York, Exposition Press), 1944, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A 26-page narrative poem describing the Battle of Brooklyn (better known as the Battle of Long Island).

Brooklyn College

[Correspondence and program], 1925–1926, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn College (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Correspondence addressed to Dr. J. Herbert Low (EHHS principal) by the University Club of Brooklyn and other organizations, enlisting his aid in the erection of an institution of higher learning in Brooklyn, to be known as Brooklyn College. Dates 1925–1926.
• Program for dedication of Whitman Hall, Brooklyn College, Jan. 13, 1955.

Brooklyn Daily Eagle

Brooklyn Eagle and Kings County Democrat, [1841 October 26]

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Advertisements (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Facsimile [of v.1, no. 1] issued as part of the Centennial Edition of the Eagle (1941). Includes advt. placed by Erasmus Hall Academy on p. 1.

Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Consolidation Supplement, 1898 January 2

Offsite-Box: RC-7, Folder: Brooklyn Daily Eagle special issues (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Well-illustrated 32 p. supplement issued on the occasion of the consolidation of the five boroughs into Greater New York.

Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Seventieth Anniversary Number, 1911 October 26

Offsite-Box: RC-7, Folder: Brooklyn Daily Eagle special issues (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Mostly history of the Eagle, but with numerous articles on Brooklyn, including a chronology of its history to 1911. A reproduction of the advertisement of Erasmus Hall from the first issue of the Eagle (1841) appears on p. 34. Mutilated: p.19–20, 23–26 missing.

Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Special Magazine Section, 1917 October 25

Offsite-Box: RC-7, Folder: Brooklyn Daily Eagle special issues (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Brooklyn and Long Island in the War."

Brooklyn Daily Eagle, 80th Anniversary Section, 1921 October 26

Offsite-Box: RC-7, Folder: Brooklyn Daily Eagle special issues (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Brooklyn To-Day": emphasis on Brooklyn as a manufacturing center. Many advertisements. (Picture of EHHS, p. 18).

Brooklyn Daily Eagle [NOT PRESENT], 1937 October 24, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

P. 1–2 of section G. 97th Anniversary Section of the Eagle, with reproduction of p. 1 of the first issue, Oct. 26, 1841.

Listed as being in Drawer 7.

Brooklyn Eagle, supplement, 1945 December 9, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: "Staging Area—Brooklyn." (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Staging Area—Brooklyn." A history of Brooklyn's role in World War II. 64 p. [8 copies]

Brooklyn directory

[Spooner's Brooklyn Directory for the Year 1829] (Brooklyn, N.Y.: Alden Spooner), 1829 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Brooklyn Directory, 1829 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

85 p. Either lacks title page or was issued without one.

Brooklyn, Flatbush & Coney Island Railway Co.

Conductor's Cash Report, Brooklyn, Flatbush & Coney Island Railway Co., 188-, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Blank paper, 3 ½ x 8 ½, with printed date "188_." On the reverse, in pencil: "P. W. Watkins, Genl. Ticket Agt., BF & CI Ry, Prospect Park."

(Found in a book in the old Academy library, August, 1972)

Brooklyn Historical Pageant

[Program and correspondence], 1915, 1936, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Brooklyn Historical Pageant Official Souvenir Program. May 21 and 22, 1915.
• Brooklyn Historical Pageant, 1936—correspondence.

Brooklyn Life

Brooklyn Life, v. 56, no. 1458, 1918 February 9

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn Life—Flatbush issue, 1918 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Special issue devoted to "Flatbush: Its Growth, Commercial Development, and Future Possibilities." Contains dozens of choice photographs of Flatbush as it appeared in 1918.

Brooklyn, New York—History (general)

"Excursion Planned for the City History Club of New York. No. VIII—Historic Brooklyn", 1905, 1909, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Kelley, Frank Bergen. Excursion Planned for the City History Club of New York. No. VIII—Historic Brooklyn. Copyright 1905 by the City History Club. Revised, 1909, with aid of George W. Nash, M.D.

Brooklyn. v. 15, no. 10, 1934 April, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Magazine issued on 100th anniversary of the formation of the City of Brooklyn from the Village of Brooklyn, 1834–1934. Includes Brooklyn chronology, 1609–1928.

Brooklyn, New York—History (1776)

Boughton, Willis A. "Battle of Brooklyn" (New York: Exposition Press), 1944, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A 26-page narrative poem describing the Battle of Brooklyn (better known as the Battle of Long Island).

Dunlap, Richard W. "Nation to Join Brooklyn in Long Island Battle Celebration October 24," New York Herald Tribune, 1929 September 22

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Historic Markers Will Be Placed on Heights to Recall Battle of Long Island." Brooklyn Daily Eagle, 1919 October 20, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Excellent map of the battle grounds, with interesting article.

New York State Local History Leaflets. "Bedford Corners, Brooklyn." (Albany: University of the State of New York), 1917, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Tells of role of Bedford Corners (Bedford Av. and Fulton St.) in Battle of Long Island.

Brooklyn Public Library

"Brooklyn Public Library: Installation of Francis R. St. John as Chief Librarian", 1949 May 24

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, New York (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This program includes an excellent chronology of the development of the Brooklyn Public Library system, 1852–1941.

Burr, Colonel Aaron

[Letter conveying Burr's legal opinion], 1797 September 28

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Hamilton-Burr legal opinions (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Letter dated Sept. 28, 1797, written by R. Strong to Mr. John Terhune of Gravesend, conveying a legal opinion of Burr's. "Col. Burr's opinion and my own are opposed to that of Col. Hamilton," regarding the estate of a Mr. Van Duyn.

Accompanied by Hamilton's signed opinion (see Hamilton, Alexander).

Burroughs, John (1837–1921) (essayist, naturalist)

Autograph on calling card, 1899 May 20

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Busy B

Busy B, 1915–1917, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holdings:
• Vol. 2, no. 5 (Dec. 1915)
• Vol. 4, no. 4 (Nov. 29, 1916)
• Vol. 4, no. 5 (Dec. 1916)
• Vol. 4, no. 6 (Jan. 17, 1917)

The Busy "B"; Third Rooter's Number, vol. 8 [sic?], no. 1, 1918 November 27

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Erasmus Hall Music and Songs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Early school publication has headline: THANKSGIVING VICTORY EXPECTED: Undefeated Erasmus Eleven to clash with Poly at Ebbets Fields . . . On p. 4, "Songs and Yells."

"The Last Buzz of the Busy B, Being the last issue of the Busy B . . .," vol. 8 [sic?], no. 2, 1919 January 28

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Class Day Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Cabinet of Instruction, Literature and Amusement

Cabinet of Instruction, Literature and Amusement, vol. 1 (New York: Theodore Burling), 1829, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Cabinet of Instruction, Literature, and Amusement (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Contains an engraving and description of Erasmus Hall Academy in vol. I, no. 15 (Apr. 16, 1829), p. 432.

Gift of Sidney Wein, 1097 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York.

Campbell, William Henry (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1834–1839)

"A Memorial of Rev. William Henry Campbell, D.D., LL.D., Late President of Rutgers College. Printed for the College", 1894, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Principals of Erasmus Hall Academy (Before 1896) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

109 p. Includes chapter "Erasmus Hall Principalship." Portrait inserted.

Catalogue of Library in Public School No. 1

"Catalogue of Library in Public School No. 1, Flatbush, L. I." [3 copies], 1893 October, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Catalogue of Library in Public School No. 1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This library, which was housed in the public school on the corner of Church and Bedford Avenues, was later transfered to the museum room of the Erasmus Hall High School Library.

Cavalcade

"Cavalcade," published by the Social Studies Department, vol. 1, no. 1 [3 copies], 1949 January, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Cavalcade, Commentator (history publications) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Chemistry

"Chemistry," published by the Chemistry students of Erasmus Hall H. S., vol. 1, no. 1, 1937 January, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Chickadee

"Chickadee," publication of the Audubon Club of Erasmus Hall High School, 1931–1932, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (June 1931)
• Vol. 2 (June 1932)

Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1906)

Chronicles of Erasmus Hall, 1906, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Chronicles (1906) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by the General Organization, Erasmus Hall High School. Brooklyn, N.Y., 1906. 229 p.

Holdings:
• one clothbound copy
• one leatherbound copy

[Letters], 1906, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Correspondence Relating to the Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1906) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A folder of letters pertaining to the published volume entitled Chronicles of Erasmus Hall High School. The majority are letters of thanks to Dr. Gunnison for sending complimentary copies of the Chronicles to various officials and libraries. There are, however, some letters from old Flatbush residents interesting for the signatures and for the contents.

[Photograph], 1909, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Original photographs used in the Chronicles (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original photograph of persons connected with the history of Erasmus Hall, used for publication in the Chronicles of Erasmus Hall, published 1906.

Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1937)

The Chronicles: A History of Erasmus Hall High School from 1906 to 1937, 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Chronicles (1937) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by the General Organization, Erasmus Hall High School, Brooklyn, 1937. 160 p.

Holdings:
• one clothbound copy
• two softbound copies

Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1987)

The Chronicles of Erasmus Hall High School, 1937–1987, 1987, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Chronicles (1987) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by the New York City Board of Education, 1987.

Coins

An English coin picked up on the Vanderveer farm in Flatbush . . ., 1742, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Three pieces of Currency . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

. . . which was undoubtedly dropped by the Hessian and British soldiers who were quartered in the Vanderveer homestead after the Battle of Long Island, 1776. The coin is inscribed on the obverse: "Georgius II Rex" and on the reverse: "Hibernia 1742." (Note: the Vanderveer homestead stood at 1159 Flatbush Avenue until 1911.)

Columbia Scholastic Press Association

Medalist Certificates awarded to The Erasmian, 1952–1963, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Awards (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Commentator

"The Commentator," published by the Effodians History Club of Erasmus Hall, 1937–1946, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Cavalcade, Commentator (history publications) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 2, no. 2 (Spring 1937) [3 copies]
• Vol. 3, no. 1 (January 1938) [2 copies]
• Vol. 4, no. 1 (January 1939)
• Vol. 4, no. 2 (June 1939)
• June 1945 [2 copies]
• June 1946

Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall

Miscellaneous literature, [1970s?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Miscellaneous literature issued by the Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall and its successor, the Town of Flatbush Civic and Cultural Assoc., Inc. (TOFCCA). Complete run of the Committee's publication, The Spirit of Flatbush, is included.

Compton-Mackenzie, Nell (English actress)

Letter to Marjorie Weirich, 1917 January 26

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holograph, 3 pg. letter to Miss Marjorie Weirich, dated "Maxine Elliotts Theatre, Jan. 26th, '17," in which she thanks Miss Weirich for complimenting her performance in "Great Catherine." She also speaks of her eldest brother, Compton Mackenzie, the famous English author, and recommends some of his books.

Confederate States of America—Currency

Three envelopes containing original pieces of Confederate currency, [1862–1865], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: Currency of the Confederate States of America (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Six pieces presented to the library of EHHS in 1913 by the U.S. Treasury
• Seven pieces in envelope marked "Samples of Confederate Money Captured during the War of the Rebellion, 1862–1865, in the field."
• Fourteen pieces in another envelope.

Cooperation in Government Medals

[Programs], 1929, 1933, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Awards (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Cooperation in Government Presentation: The Annual Gold Medallion for 1928 to Louis Heaton Pink, Erasmus Hall High School, October 23, 1929. (12 copies of program)
• Cooperation in Government, Inc. Presentation of a Gold Medallion to Genevieve Beavers Earle, Erasmus Hall High School, May 26, 1933 (3 copies of program)

Corey, Grace L. (EHHS administrative assistant)

[Miscellaneous material], 1964, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Grace Corey, administrative assistant (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• List of references for material on Grace Corey in various EHHS publications.
• Also, photograph, black and white, 5 x 7".
• Program for Testimonial Luncheon, May 9, 1964

Cowenhoven, John R.

Inventory of the estate of John R. Cowenhoven of the township of "Broucklin" . . ., 1778 June 1, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inventory of the estate of John R. Cowenhoven of the township of "Broucklin," as appraised by Engelbert Lott, Sr. and Jr., June 1, 1778. This 11 page inventory adds up to the fantastic sum of £15699, and includes an array of household goods befitting such a wealthy man.

8 x 13" notebook without covers, completely split horizontally: needs repair. Signed by "Engelbart Lott" and "Engt Lott Junr."

Receipt book of John R. Cowenhoven, 1783–1786, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Receipt book of John R. Cowenhoven, 4 ¼ x 6 ½", leatherbound, 1783–1786.

The receipts for money paid by Cowenhoven are signed by residents of early Flatbush and Brooklyn, including: Cornelius Van Duyn, Peter Kouwenhoven, John Voorhees, Peter Stuyvesant, Simon Duryee, Hendrick Suydam, Peter Lefferts, Cornelius Vanderveer, Nicholas Schenck, Matthew Clarkson, Wilhelmis [sic] Stoothoff.

Two receipts for medical care, 1791–1793, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• From Dr. N. J. Barbarin, 1791–92.
• From Dr. Saml. Bard, 1792–93.

Note: this John R. Cowenhoven is obviously not the same man as the John R. Cowenhoven whose estate inventory (see Cowenhoven, John R.) is dated 1778.

Cowenhoven, Capt. Rem

Miscellaneous receipts, 1771–1779, 1782, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Including:
• Receipt from James Hay, Jr., Barrack Office, New York, 20 June 1782, for 9 cords 7 feet wood cut by Rem Cowenhoven, "being his full Quota for March Quarter."
• Four paid doctor bills of Rem Cowenhoven, 1771–1779, two from Dr. Van Zynderen.

Receipt book of Rem Cowenhoven, 1775–1783, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Receipt book of Rem Cowenhoven, 4 ¼ x 6 ½", leatherbound, 1775–1783.

The receipts for money paid by Cowenhoven are signed by residents of early Flatbush and Brooklyn. Among the signatures are: Francis Bogardus, Daniel Onderdonck, Abraham and Engelbert Lott, Peter Goelet (of N.Y.), George and Jeronemus A. Remsen, John Polhemus, Gerrit Zabriskie, Jacobus Hegeman, Peter Lefferts, etc.

Letter from William Axtell to Rem Cowenhoven, 1780 April 10, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Col. William Axtell, signed, holograph letter dated "Flat Bush 10th April 1780," instructing Capt. Rem Cowenhoven to arrest "Any Person presuming to cut wood from off the Land of any Inhabitant in your District . . ."

Two Revolutionary War documents, 1782 April 1, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Holograph, signed instructions, dated 1 April 1782, ordering that "Every Inhabitant of the town of Bushwicke, Capt. Lott's District that have waggons and horses that they Immediately Cart into the Magazine at Brooklyn ferry all the Remainder of the Quota of fuel and Continue until the Whole is finished—hereof fail not as you will answer if Contrary . . . ."
• Statement signed "Rem Couwenhoven Capt." to certify that "Tunis Bergen on Duty at Brooklyn Ferry as before May 1st & 15th at four in Afternoon."

Cowenhoven family

Notebook, 1782–1824, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

18th century notebook, 8 x 13", containing the following:
• Estate papers of Rem Cowenhoven (q.v.) of Brooklyn, including a copy of his will, dated Jan. 14, 1782, and a full inventory of his estate. (14 pages)
• "Expenditures of the Wind-mill," 1803–4. (3 + 1 pages.) See Vanderveer Family—Wind Mill for full description.
• Expenses paid out of Rem Cowenhoven's estate, 1783–85, as administered by John R. Cowenhoven (8 pages).
• Expenditures and receipts in the estate of Rutgert A. Van Brunt, as administered by John C. Vanderveer, 1818–1824. One item in the estate which sold for $200 to John E. Lott: "a Negro man named Jack & negro woman named Beth with three small children." (2 pages).

Cowl, Jane (1883–1950) (Shakespearean actress)

Inscribed photograph, 1926, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14b, Folder: Cowl, Jane (Shakespearean actress) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Framed, autographed photograph inscribed to Erasmus Hall High School, 1926. She was a student at Erasmus Hall. (Frame discarded November 2021.)

Currency

[Colonial currency], 1775, 1776, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Three pieces of Currency . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Fifteen shilling note issued by the Colony of New Jersey, 20 Feb. 1776. Signed by John Hart of Hopewell, N.J., a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
• "Continental Currency" of "The United Colonies," entitling the bearer to "eight Spanish milled dollars," and dated Nov. 29, 1775, at Philadelphia.
• "State of New York, New York Currency," good for three Spanish milled dollars. Aug. 13, 1776.

Currier and Ives lithograph

"The Old Stone House, L.I., 1699", [1848–1856], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-13 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original lithograph issued by Nathaniel G. Currier, depicting the Old Stone House at Gowanus, L. I. (now part of Brooklyn, N.Y.), built in 1699, which was the site of fighting during the Battle of Long Island.

This framed lithograph had a label on the back of the frame reading "For John Lefferts." It may have been a gift of either the Lefferts or Zabriskie families.

Dish [NOT PRESENT]

Small dish made of Austrian china with full color view of Erasmus Hall, Flatbush, N.Y., circa 1900, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Manufactured for F. A. Lippold, Flatbush, N.Y.

n.d., but c. 1900. Lippold produced and sold a variety of Flatbush souvenirs in this period, including post cards of old Flatbush scenes (see Flatbush—Views. Postcard album. . .)

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead, Brooklyn, N.Y.

Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead, Brooklyn, N.Y., [1935–1943], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7, frame: Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead, Brooklyn, N.Y. Etching made by William Hicks. W.P.A. Federal Art Project, N.Y.C. 6 x 8", framed to 12 x 13 ½".

Doggett, Allen B. (EHHS art instructor, 1896–1926)

Illustrations for Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates: A Story of Life in Holland, circa 1895, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-24 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Forty-one pen-and-ink and charcoal illustrations by Doggett for Mary Mapes Dodge's novel Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates: A Story of Life in Holland. Parenthetical numbers following each illustration in the list below correspond to page numbers in the New Amsterdam Edition of Hans Brinker, published by Charles Scribner's Sons in 1904. A copy of the book, with an Erasmus Hall Library bookplate, is included in the box with Doggett's illustrations.

• The Race (frontispiece)
• Fishing Through the Ice (1)
• Even the Horses wear a Wide Stool on Each Hoof (12)
• Children at Play in Holland (13)
• The Pole of a Dutch Wagon (14)
• On the Dunes (17)
• "We cannot take this Money," panted Hans (39)
• Peter calling the Roll (85)
• Greasing Sled-Runners with an Oiled Rag (90)
• On the Frozen Zuyder Zee (97)
• A Guard (98)
• The Tulips in Bloom (99)
• A Summer-House in Holland (103)
• "It's Gone!" (114)
• "I thank you, Hans Brinker!" (120)
• The Aanspreeker (133)
• "There is a White Cushion" (134)
• In the Cathedral (137)
• An Ice-Boat (163)
• A Warming-Pan (183)
• Still the Thing Moves, Slowly, Slowly (186)
• "There's your Man, mine Host" (191)
• The Stadhuis at Leyden (208)
• A Triptych (209)
• Quentin Matsy's Well at Antwerp (223)
• The Black Cavalry (229)
• Peter bidding his Sister Good-by (247)
• A Gust of Wind (252)
• Playing Skittles (253)
• The Meester Confers with his Assistant (263)
• "It is right, Mynheer. I consent." (269)
• Hilda and Gretel at the Cottage (276)
• The Hidden Money was not there! (307)
• "Huzza, Girls, I've found Work!" (321)
• "Bury this" (325)
• "I'm flying from my Country" (334)
• Raff Brinker pays his Vrouw a Compliment (339)
• Hans and the Meester (344)
• "When I can serve you, Mynheer, I am ready" (347)
• Every Man had his Pipe (353)
• The Investigating Committee (381)

Artwork produced by some of Mr. Doggett's students, 1896–1898, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7, Folder: Art work made by EHHS students (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Mostly watercolors of figures in different positions. Discovered in the EHHS tank room, 1956.

Plaster plaque with profile of Erasmus in bas-relief, sculpted by Allen B. Doggett [NOT PRESENT], 1896–1916, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Plaster plaque, 7 ½ x 11", with profile of Erasmus in bas-relief; Allen B. Doggett, sculptor.

Executed during the administration of Walter B. Gunnison, principal, 1896–1916, whose initials are worked into the design of the plaque.

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

[Obituaries and photograph], 1926, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Allen B. Doggett (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Oct. 4, 1926. Obituary of Allen B. Doggett [2 copies]
New York Times, n.d. Obituary of Allen B. Doggett.
• 8 x 10" photograph (black and white) of the Allen B. Doggett memorial stained glass windows in his old Studio D in the Flatbush Ave. tower (now known as room 403).

Doolittle, Clara A. Cummings

Letters and scrapbooks, regarding her years at Erasmus Hall, circa 1900–04, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Letters & Scrapbooks of Clara A. Cummings Doolittle (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Dutchman

Scope and Contents

"The Dutchman," newspaper of Erasmus Hall High School. v. 1, no. 1 (1925) through v. 67 (sic), no. 3 (June 1974). Ceased publication with June 1974 issue. Issued irregularly, but approximately once a month; numbering is very irregular. Vols. 1–23 (1925–1941) are bound in four folio volumes. Issues from vol. 24 through the final issue of June 1974 are filed loose in a Hollinger file box, in chronological order. The Dutchman is the primary source for the history of the school for a fifty-year period.

Dutchman [bound volume], 1925–1931, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-19b (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Vol. 1, no. 1 (May 1, 1925)–vol. 7, no. 27 (June 12, 1931)

Dutchman [bound volume], 1931–1935, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-19b (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Vol. 8, no. 1 (October 16, 1931)–vol. 11, no. 26 (June 14, 1935)

Dutchman [bound volume], 1935–1939, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-19b (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Vol. 12, no. 1 (October 4, 1935)–vol. 18, no. 10 (January 13, 1939)

Dutchman [bound volume], 1939–1941, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-19b (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Vol. 19, no. 1 (February 24, 1939)–vol. 23, no. 8 (June 6, 1941)

Dutchman [loose issues], 1941–1974, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-20 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Vol. 24, no. 1 (September 26, 1941) – vol. 47, no. 3 (June 1974).

Complete except for the following issues:

• v. 28, no. 3 (Oct.? 1943)
• v. 31, no. 3 (Mar. 1945)
• v. 32, no. 1 (Sept.? 1945)
• v. 32, nos. 7–8 (Dec. 1945–Jan. 1946?) (published? )
• v. 34, no. 5 (Dec.? 1946)
• v. 36, nos. 5–6 (Dec. 1947–Jan. 1948?) (published? )
• v. 46, no. 1 (Oct. 1, 1952) (mutilated copy on file)
• v. 53, no. 3 (Nov. 30, 1956) (mutilated copy on file)
• v. 57, nos. 4–5 (Dec. 1958–Jan. 1959?) (published? )
• v. 64, no. 3 (Nov.? 1963)
• v. 68, no. 3 (Nov.? 1966)
• v. 70, no. 6 (June 1969) (defective copy on file)

Dutchman [microfilm], 1925–1941, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-19b (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• reel 1: vol. 1, no. 1–vol. 11, no. 26 (May 1925–June 1935)
• reel 2: vol. 12, no. 1–vol. 23, no. 8 (October 1935–June 1941)

"Novelist's Grant to Aid 2 Schools. [Sidney] Sheldon Provides $125,000 to Revive Student Papers in Brooklyn and Bronx," New York Times, 1988 November 20

Offsite-Box: RC-19b, Folder: Re: Dutchman (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Earle, Willis (EHHS English teacher, 1898–1934)

Letter to Dr. John R. McNeill, 1940 October 14

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty (Misc.) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two-page, holograph letter to Dr. John R. McNeill, postmarked North Thetford, Vt., Oct. 14, 1940.

For obituary, see: Dutchman, v. 29, no. 4 (April 28, 1944), p. 1.

Erasmian, 1898–[1965?], inclusive

Scope and Contents

The Erasmian, v. 1 (1898) to date. The literary magazine of Erasmus Hall High School.

Erasmian, v. 1–12, 1898–1910, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-10 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 13–21, 1910–1919, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-11 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 22–28, 1919–1926, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-12 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 29–35, 1926–1933, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-13 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 36–40, 1933–1938, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-14 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 41–47, 1938–1945, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-15 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 48–54, 1946–1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 55–67, 1952–1965, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-17 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, v. 68, 1965–, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-18 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmian, 1899, 1973, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Erasmian (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Subscription blank for the Erasmian, dated Oct. 20, 1899.
• Invitation to Diamond Anniversary, 1973.
• Folder of pictures and letters of faculty advisors.

Erasmus, Desiderius

"Adages," a collection of Latin phrases . . ., 1528, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

An original leaf from the edition printed in 1528 by Jerome Froben, Basle.

Erasmus, Desiderius—Portrait

Albrecht Dürer's famous engraved portrait of Desiderius Erasmus, executed 1526, circa 1600, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7, frame: [Durer] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This engraving was "pulled" about 1600, according to notation on the matte.

Engraving about 8 x 10", framed to 18 x 23". Gift of Joseph Burger, 1960.

["Erasmus von Rotterdam"], late 1800s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Erasmus, Desiderius. Clippings, dedication of statue (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Reproduction in color of a round portrait of "Erasmus von Rotterdam." Printed in Basel; n.d., but appears to be late 19th c.

[Holbein portrait of Erasmus], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Folder: Erasmus by Holbein (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two full color, 8 x 10 (11 x 13 with mat) copies of the famous Holbein portrait of Erasmus which hangs in the Louvre.

Erasmus, Desiderius—Statue

"Erasmus Hall Unveils Statue of Its Patron," Brooklyn Daily Eagle, 1931 April 26, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Erasmus, Desiderius. Clippings, dedication of statue (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photograph of the original statue, 1955 January, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Erasmus, Desiderius. Clippings, dedication of statue (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Photograph of the original statue of Erasmus in Rotterdam, Netherlands, from which the casting for the EHHS replica was made. Supplied by the Rotterdamsch Nieuwsblad, Jan. 1955.

Erasmus Hall Academy—100th anniversary of charter (1887)

Brooklyn Daily Eagle newspaper clippings, 1887 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall—100th Anniversary (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "Erasmus Hall: The Coming Celebration of the Granting of its Charter." (Mon. Jun 13, 1887)
• "Erasmus Hall Academy. Reception by the Pupils in the Flatbush Town Hall." (n.d., but must be June 16, 1887)

[Programs and invitation], 1887 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall—100th Anniversary (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Program for Centennial Reception held at Flatbush Town Hall, Wed., June 15, 1887. [two copies]
• Engraved invitation to Centennial celebration in Chapel of Reformed Dutch Church of Flatbush, June 16.
• Program for Centennial Celebration held in Chapel of Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Flatbush, June 16. [approx. 16 copies]

Erasmus Hall Academy—Advertisements

Erasmus Hall Academy—Advertisements, 1823?–1843, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Advertisements (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• 1823? 8 x 9 ½" one pg. circular with engraving of Academy, describing the high standards of the Academy.
Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Oct. 26, 1841 (actually a facs. issued 1941) with adv't. of Erasmus Hall Academy on p. 1, col. 3.
New York American, Nov. 4, 1841 (original), with adv't of Academy on p. 1, col. 3.
• _____, clipped adv't. of Academy, dated Aug. 19, 1843.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Architect

[Letter from William Hindley to John F. McNeill regarding supposed architect of Erasmus Hall Academy building], 1938, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—History (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

When the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) prepared its report on Erasmus Hall Academy, c. 1940, it attributed the structure to Major Pierre C. L'Enfant, remembered as the designer of Washington, D.C. This attribution is followed by Alan Burnham in New York Landmarks (Middletown, Conn.: Wesleyan U. Press, 1963), p. 377.

The compiler of this catalogue has found no contemporary record of Major L'Enfant's role in the design of Erasmus Hall Academy. The source of this attribution may have been one William Hindley, who wrote to Dr. John F. McNeill, the school's principal, in 1938, in an effort to convince McNeill that L'Enfant was indeed the school's architect, despite the admitted absence of "a written proof from that period; or a tradition—a manuscript—document—letter . . ." The tone of Hindley's letter suggests an obsession and eccentricity that would undermine one's belief in Hindley's credibility. Yet, the closeness in time of Hindley's letter to the preparation of the HABS report indicates that this letter may have influenced the attribution. Hindley's letter can be found in: Box: RC-1, folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—History.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Athletic Department

"Gentlemen's Physical Culture—Apparatus Needed", circa 1870s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Estimate by Archibald Curlbertson, Instructor, of $50.00.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Boarding

[Letter and report], 1874, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Holograph, signed letter from Mrs. E. T. Mack, Mar. 30, 1874, regarding the financial problems of the "boarding department," and asking the Trustees to relieve Mr. and Mrs. Mack of paying additional rent.
• Also, report to Trustees by Committee appointed to examine the situation, dated Apr. 20, 1874. Signed Jno. D. Prince, C. L. Wells, H. L. Bartlett.

[Photographs of boarders], 1880s–1890s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—19th century group photos (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Because of its financial difficulties, Erasmus Hall Academy took in adult boarders in the 1880s and 1890s, who had apartments in the old Academy building. Photographs of some of these boarders.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Catalogue

[Prospectus and catalogues], 1860–1891, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Howard, Rev. W. W. Prospectus of Erasmus Hall Academy. N.Y.: Smith, Woodman & Co., 1860. 12 p.
• Circular and Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Academy. Brooklyn: Union-Argus Printing, 1881. 24 p.
• Circular and Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Academy. Brooklyn: Martin & Niper, 1885. 24 p. [3 copies]
• Circular and Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Academy. Brooklyn: Martin & Niper, 1886. 24 p. (& insert)
• Erasmus Hall Academy. Circular for 1891. n.p., 1891. 4 l.

Prospectus for school year beginning 1874 [3 copies], 1874, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Charter

Original charter of Erasmus Hall Academy, granted by the Regents of New York State and signed by Governor George Clinton, 1787 November 20, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-13 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Illustrated on page 35 of the "Chronicles of Erasmus Hall" (1906).

Original charter presented to the school by Erskine H. Lott. Framed between two pieces of glass.

N-YHS negative no. 63406

Erasmus Hall Academy—Description

Cabinet of Instruction, Literature and Amusement, vol. 1 (New York: Theodore Burling), 1829, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Cabinet of Instruction, Literature, and Amusement (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Contains an engraving and description of Erasmus Hall Academy in Vol. I, No. 15 (Apr. 16, 1829), p. 432.

Gift of Sidney Wein, 1097 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Diploma

Two diplomas awarded to William Henry Kouwenhoven, 1880, 1883, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-13 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "This Testimonial of Merit is awarded to . . . for punctuality, deportment, and diligent attention to study during the past twelve months at Erasmus Hall Academy. (signed) John M. Ferris, President; John L. Zabriskie, Clerk; R. C. Strong, Principal. Flatbush, June 15th, 1880."
• "This Certificate is Awarded to . . . inasmuch as he has completed the full term of study presented at Erasmus Hall Academy, Flatbush, Kings County, N.Y. (signed) John M. Ferris, President of the Board of Trustees; R. C. Strong, Principal. 1883."

Erasmus Hall Academy—Expenses

[Financial report and estimated expenses], 1867–1895, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "The Trustees of School District No. 1 in the Town of Flatbush present the finan. report for the year ending Sept. 30, 1867. . . ."
• "Estimated Expenses for 1869–70"
• "Expenses for the year commencing 1 Oct. 1872"
• "Estimate of expenses for the schools in this district for the ensuing year (1894–95)"

Erasmus Hall Academy—Floor Plans

Floor plans and description of the original Academy building made by Ella Suydam., 1922, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Floor Plans (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Floor plans for the first and second floors of the old Academy building., 1935 February 20, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, roll: Erasmus Hall Academy—Floor Plans (1935) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Rolled, on pale green paper.

Correspondence . . . regarding the layout of the rooms in the original Erasmus Hall Academy before its extensive renovation in the early 1900s, 1940, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Floor Plans (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Letter from Daniel M. C. Hopping, Jan. 29, 1940, who it is believed was conducting the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) of Erasmus Hall.
• Letters from Louise Garvin Zabriskie and Henry M. Wells, old-time Flatbush residents.

Front elevation and first floor plan for the old Academy building, drawn to scale., 1975, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, roll: Erasmus Hall Academy—Floor Plans (1975) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Executed by Bruce Stoller, EHHS student.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Hardware [NOT PRESENT]

Original hinges and hand-made nails removed from the old Academy building during restoration, [1780s?], inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Erasmus Hall Academy—History

Folder of newspaper and magazine articles relating to the history of the Academy building, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—History (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Lease

Original lease, 1788 April, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original lease dated first Tuesday in April 1788, in which the Trustees of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Flatbush in Kings County, leased a three-acre tract to the Trustees of Erasmus Hall for a five year term.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Library

[Reports], 1871–1874, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Report of Committee on Library Apparatus, Oct. 14, 1871.
• Report of Committee on Library Apparatus, Nov. 16, 1872.
• Report of Committee on the Library and Philosophical Apparatus, Oct. 10, 1874.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Library—Catalogue

Original catalogue of books in the Erasmus Hall Library, circa 1795, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Original catalogue, Erasmus Hall library (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original catalogue of books in the Erasmus Hall Library, written, according to a pencil notation on the inside cover, by Dr. Wilson, who served as principal from 1792 until 1805. 10 leaves, marbled paper covers. The numbers assigned to the books in this catalogue correspond to the number to the immediate right of the word "Libraryn" [sic] on the bookplate in each book.

"Catalogue of the Library made in 1838", 1838, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Catalogue of Erasmus Hall library, 1838, 1842 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This notation, in the hand of the person who compiled the 1842 catalogue (q.v.), is at the top of the first page of eight leaves, in poor condition and unbound, which comprised this catalogue.

"Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Library. Taken 1842", 1842, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: 1842 catalogue, Erasmus Hall library (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This catalogue lists the books in the Academy Library by subject classification.

"Continuous Catalogue of the Library of Erasmus Hall. Taken 1842", 1842, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Catalogue of Erasmus Hall library, 1838, 1842 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Hardcover notebook, with listing of 2756 volumes in accession order. Apparently the entries for numbers 1 through 1729 were made by the original compiler of this catalogue in 1842. The succeeding entries, in a number of different hands, were added subsequently.

"Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Library, Flatbush, Long Island", 1847, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: 1847 catalogue, Erasmus Hall library (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This catalogue is a breakdown of the library according to subject, e.g. "Philosophy—A, Biography—B, etc." According to Ella Suydam [EHHS librarian], this catalogue was compiled by Richard Van Kleek, the principal, in 1847.

Single leaf, listing encyclopedias in the Library, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Catalogue of Erasmus Hall library, 1838, 1842 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This notation in the hand of the same person who compiled the 1842 catalogue: "Old catalogue with valuations, &c. (made by Mr. Leel)."

Erasmus Hall Academy—Library—Charge System

"Register of Books [Ta]ken from the Library", 1840–1859, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Library—Record of loans (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Hardcover notebook listing names of borrowers with names of books borrowed. Earliest entry is 1840. Latest is 1859.

"Erasmus Hall. Books Issued from the Library", 1859–1879, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Library—Record of loans (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This hardcover notebook lists the names of borrowers with the number of the book borrowed (as taken from the catalogue of the library). Earliest entry is 1859. Endpapers at back of book have listings for 1879.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Maintenance

[Report of Committee on Repairs], 1872, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Report of Committee on Repairs. n.d. 1 p.
• Report of Committee on Repairs. Nov. 16, 1872.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Programs

Printed programs of "Public Exhibitions" held at the Academy, 1844–1890, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—"Public Exhibitions" (Programs) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

8 pieces and one duplicate. Accompanied by typed transcript.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Receipts

A receipt to Mr. John Vanderbilt . . ., 1830, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Receipt for tuition of son of Judge John Vanderbilt, 1830 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A receipt to Mr. John Vanderbilt for the tuition and supplies for his son John in Erasmus Hall Academy, dated 1830 and signed by principal J. W. Kellogg. (This item was on display in the Museum Room of the EHHS Library for many years until 1973, which accounts for the serious fading.) John Vanderbilt Sr. was a prominent Flatbush resident and judge, d. 1877.

Receipts, School No. 1, 1871–1872, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Receipts, School No. 1, Sept. 1871 to Sept. 30, 1872. (These are receipts signed by teachers for salary received.)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Regents Exams

[Letters and instructions], 1875, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Regents of the University of the State of New York, 1875 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Instructions for administering the very first Regents examinations, dated Feb. 1, 1875. 6 pg.
• Accompanied by an eight page letter to the Board of Regents, detailing the administration of the exams at Erasmus Hall Academy, the scores of each pupil, and adding some sharp criticism. Dated Flatbush, March 22, 1875, the letter is autographed by John M. Ferris, Abraham Lott, and John L. Zabriskie.
• Also, covering letter from John M. Ferris to Dr. John L. Zabriskie, June 9, 1875.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Regents Grant

"Report of Committee on Application from Jacob Lefferts and others for an Incorporation by the Style of the Trustees of Erasmus Hall, King's County", 1787 August 24

Offsite-Box: RC-10b, frame: Erasmus Hall Academy—Regents Grant (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The one-page report recommends accepting the request that "John VanDerBilt and the eighteen other persons for that Purpose nominated in the said Instrument may be incorporated by the name and Style of The Trustees of Erasmus Hall in Kings County. . . ."

The 9 x 13" document is signed by John Jay, first Chief Justice of the U.S.; Judge Egbert Benson, first president of the N. Y. Historical Society; and Rev. Mr. William Linn.

Under glass in a 14 x 20" frame. Presented to Erasmus Hall High School by Judge Russell Benedict (1859–1936), who resided at 104 Buckingham Road, Flatbush. Judge Benedict was a Justice of the Supreme Court of N.Y. (2nd Judicial Dist.), 1911–1925. (See Who's Who in America, 1930s editions.)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Register of Students

[Letter from Robert G. Strong regarding a list of the Academy's scholars since its founding], [1815–1846], 1889, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holograph letter, signed by Robert G. Strong, Principal of the Academy, with reference to compiling a list of all of the Academy's scholars since its founding. "I have succeeded in securing six hundred and thirty-eight names (638) between the years of 1815–1846." Letter dated Feb. 9, 1889.

[Register and list], 1873 May 1, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Register of 13 students aged 13–17, and their grades. n.d. 1 p. (Includes Charlotte E. Vanderveer, age 15; John A. Ditmas, age 14, etc.)
• List of students enrolled as of May 1, 1873, and amount each paid. 4 p.

Circular and Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Academy, 1881, 1885, 1886, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Catalogues (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The Circular and Catalogue of Erasmus Hall Academy for the years 1881, 1885, and 1886 list the names of the students then enrolled.

(For full bibliographic citation, see Erasmus Hall Academy—Catalogue)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Report Card

Report card of John Bollinger, 1875 February 19, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Report Card (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Report card of John Bollinger, dated Feb. 19, 1875, Jared Hasbrouck, Principal. Marks were on a scale of 1 to 5.

This report card has been heavily damaged by cellophane tape, but is still legible.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Restoration

Newspaper clippings regarding plans for destroying or moving Academy, and finally, plans to restore it, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall History (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

See also Erasmus Hall High School—165th anniversary of founding (1952)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Students

[Composition by Alexander C. Snyder], 1868 January 17

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: "Skating in Prospect Park" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Composition written Jan. 17, 1868 by Alexander C. Snyder, a pupil in the Academy, who later became vice president of the Broadway Trust Co. The composition deals with skating in Prospect Park.

[Letter to Robert A. Finlay], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A letter written to "Master Robert A. Finlay, Flatbush, L.I.," who was a student at Erasmus Hall. The letter concerns letters, clothing and a toothbrush sent to him at the Academy.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Students—Photographs

[Photograph of Principal Robert G. Strong with students], 1883 November 8

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: Faded sepia photograph . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Faded sepia photograph in 11 ½ x 13 ½" frame, showing Rev. Robert G. Strong, principal, with the students on the steps of the Academy. Dated Nov. 8, 1883. Received Jan. 24, 1966; donor unknown.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Teacher Salary

[Letter from John Williamson requesting a raise], 1867 October 5

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Letter dated Oct. 5, 1867, from John Williamson, a teacher, asking for an increase in salary to $1,000. "I should at least receive as much as an ordinary clerk, & as much as will afford me a livelihood. The laborer is worthy of his hire."

Erasmus Hall Academy—Transfer to City of Brooklyn for Use as Public High School, 1896

[Program, tickets, newspaper clippings], 1896 October 14

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Transfer of Erasmus Hall Academy . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Original program and tickets of admission for the formal transfer ceremony, held Oct. 14, 1896 in the Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church.
• Also, newspaper clippings.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Treasurer's Reports

Treasurer's Reports, 1871–1874, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Treasurer's Report, Oct. 11, 1871. (with) Report of Committee to examine Treasurer's Report, Oct. 13, 1871.
• Treasurer's Report, Nov. 16, 1872. (with) Report of Committee to examine Treasurer's Report, Nov. 9, 1872.
• Treasurer's Report, Dec. 20, 1873.
• Treasurer's Report, Oct. 2, 1874. (with) Report of Committee to examine Treasurer's account, Oct. 7, 1874.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Trustees

[Lists of trustees], 1900, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Lists of Academy Trustees compiled by Willis Boughton (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Typewritten lists of Trustees arranged by family (e.g., "Members of the Lefferts family who have served as Trustees.") Compiled by Willis Boughton in writing the Chronicles of Erasmus Hall. Includes 3 pg. letter written and signed by Cornelius L. Wells, minister of the Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church, Dec. 31, 1900.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Trustees' Meetings—Minutes

Minutes [bound volume], 1787–1839, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-18, Volume: Minutes (1787–1839) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Minutes [bound volume], 1839–1880, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-18, Volume: Minutes (1839–1880) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Minutes [bound volume], 1880–1896, 1904, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-18, Volume: Minutes (1880–1896, 1904) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Minutes [drafts], 1871–1894, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• 1871 Oct. 14
• 1872 Nov. 16
• 1873 Dec. 23
• 1874 Mar. 30, Apr. 20, June 13, July 14, Oct. 10
• 1875 Feb. 13
• 1878 July 27
• 1886 March 6
• 1892 all meetings
• 1893 March 3, Aug. 12
• 1894 Aug. 14

These are rough drafts of the Trustees' meetings, mostly written by J. L. Zabriskie, who served as Trustee from 1855 until his death in 1895.

Erasmus Hall Academy—Trustees' Meetings—Notice

[Original notice issued by Dr. John B. Zabriskie, Clerk of the Board], 1844 April 13

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Notice of Trustees' Meeting, 1844 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

An original notice issued by Dr. John B. Zabriskie, Clerk of the Board, to Jeremiah Lott, informing him that an extra meeting of the Trustees will be held Saturday, April 13, 1844, 7 P.M. (This item was on display in the museum room of the EHHS library for many years until 1973; this accounts for the serious fading.)

Erasmus Hall Academy—Trustees' Report

[Letter and reply], 1866 December 17, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Letter from S. B. Woolworth, of Regents of the University of the State of New York, regarding failure of Academy to submit Annual Report.
• Draft of reply by J. L. Zabriskie, secretary, dated Dec. 17, 1866.

[Reports], 1867–1870, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Report of Trustees for year ending Sept. 30, 1867 (blank copy; not filled in)
• Report of Trustees for year ending Sept. 30, 1868 (rough and finished drafts)
• Report of Trustees for year ending Sept. 30, 1869
• Report of Trustees for year ending Sept. 30, 1870

Erasmus Hall Academy—Views

Photographs of Erasmus Hall Academy, primarily original 19th century views, [1800s], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Views (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

[Engraved wood block], circa 1823, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: Original / wood engraved blocks of Erasmus Hall Academy (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Earliest known view of Erasmus Hall Academy is a wood engraving executed c. 1823, appearing on an advertisement for the Academy, found in Records Case, Drawer 1 ("Erasmus Hall Academy—Advertisements"). Also reproduced at p. 251 of v. 1 of Stiles' History of Kings Co. History of Kings Co. (1884), with the incorrect date of 1850.

The same view is reproduced in Cabinet of Instruction, Literature and Amusement (v. I, 1829, p. 432) (Records Case, Drawer 16), and in Williams' New-York Annual Register (1831, opp. p. 159) (Records Case, Drawer 16).

The original engraved wood block from which this print was made is found in Records Case, Drawer 10.

Color reproduction from early 20th cent. calendar, [1826 October], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—1826—color reproduction of original painting (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original watercolor by C. Burton dated Oct. 1826, 20 x 29", framed to 30 x 40"; formerly located in EHHS library, archives room; now in New-York Historical Society museum collection, accession number 1979.81.

[Engraved wood block], circa 1860, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: Original / wood engraved blocks of Erasmus Hall Academy (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Wood engraving of the Academy appears as frontispiece in the Prospectus of Erasmus Hall Academy (1860) (in Records Case, Drawer 1, "Erasmus Hall Academy—Catalogues").

Original wood engraved block from which this print was made is found in Records Case, Drawer 10.

[Photographs of boarders], 1880s–1890s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—19th century group photos (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Because of its financial difficulties, Erasmus Hall Academy took in adult boarders in the 1880s and 1890s, who had apartments in the old Academy building. Photographs of some of these boarders.

[Photograph of Principal Robert G. Strong with students], 1883 November 8

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: Faded sepia photograph . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Faded sepia photograph in 11 ½ x 13 ½" frame, showing Rev. Robert G. Strong, principal, with the students on the steps of the Academy. Dated Nov. 8, 1883. Received Jan. 24, 1966; donor unknown.

Original pencil drawings of the interior of the old Academy building, 1897, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-13 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Probably made by students under the instruction of Allen B. Doggett. Four drawings. Also, one set of negative and positive glossy photostats of the four drawings.

Small dish made of Austrian china with full color view of Erasmus Hall, Flatbush, N.Y. [NOT PRESENT], circa 1900, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Manufactured for F. A. Lippold, Flatbush, N.Y.

n.d., but c. 1900. Lippold produced and sold a variety of Flatbush souvenirs in this period, including post cards of old Flatbush scenes (see Flatbush—Views. Postcard album. . .)

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

A group of photographs, prints, etc. of both the Academy and High School, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy / High School—Views 8x10″ or smaller (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall Athletic Field

Erasmus Hall Athletic Field, 1922 November 8, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original certificate of incorporation granted by Secretary of State of New York State to the Erasmus Hall Athletic Field Association, Inc.; dated Nov. 8, 1922.

Erasmus Hall High School—25th anniversary of transfer to City of Brooklyn (1921)

[Press release, program, photographs], [1921], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Twenty-fifth Anniversary (1921) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Nine-page press release concerning celebration.
• Program for the pageant entitled "The Tradition" which was given in October, 1921. [6 copies]
• Photographs, most 8 x 10".

Erasmus Hall High School—125th anniversary of charter (1912)

[Invitation, souvenir program, newspaper clippings], 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—One Hundred Twenty-fifth Anniversary (1912) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Original invitation, souvenir program, and newspaper clippings printed in conjunction with the 125th anniversary celebration and pageant.
Brooklyn Life, v. 46, no. 1180 (Oct. 12, 1912), with photos of pageant.

[Panoramic photograph of pageant participants], 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8b, Folder: 1912 Pageant photos (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Large size photos (8 x 24") of 1912 pageant participants. One copy flat (cracked in half); one copy tightly rolled (brittle).

Mounted photographs, 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: 1912 pageant 10 mounted photographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Set of 10 9 ½ x 7 ½" photographs mounted on uniform mounts, taken by F. A. Walter, photographer, 510 Fulton Street, Bklyn. From Dr. McNeill, Jan. 18, 1956.

[Scrapbook of photographs], 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8b, Folder: Scrapbook of the 1912 Pageant (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Large leather scrapbook, about 14 ½ x 18 ½", with mounted 8 x 10 photographs.

[Scrapbook of letters], 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8b, Folder: Scrapbook of the 125th Anniv. of EHHS, 1912 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Scrapbook, approx. 12 x 14", containing letters from person invited to attend the 1912 pageant. There are autograph letters of a number of prominent people, including Charles Evans Hughes of the U. S. Supreme Court; John A. Dix, Governor of New York; William J. Gaynor, Mayor of New York City; Nicholas Murray Butler of Columbia University; etc. Also included are newspaper clippings, tickets, ribbons, etc.

Postcards issued for the event, 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Postcard Views (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "The Erasmus Pageant . . . Set of Eleven Colored Post Cards . . ."
• "Official Souvenirs . . . set of one dozen (black and white) Post Cards . . ."

Erasmus Hall High School—150th anniversary of charter (1937)

[Invitations, programs, articles, photographs], 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—One Hundred and Fiftieth Anniversary (1937) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Folder containing numerous items, including:

• Invitations and ticket to pageant
• Programs of Civic Night and Education Night Exercises (Oct. 7–8, 1937)
• Numerous newspaper articles and photographs.

Material relating to the pageant held to mark the sesquicentennial of the school (box 1 of 2), 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-24 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Material relating to the pageant held to mark the sesquicentennial of the school (box 2 of 2), 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-25 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photographs, 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: Pageant—1937 photos (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• 4 x 5" size taken by student.
• 4 ½ x 6 ½" size taken by W.P.A. (Project 6022).
• 8 x 10" size, including official Board of Ed. photos
• Album with red leatherette cover.

[Invitation engraving plates], [1937], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: 150th Anniversary Celebration (Engraving Plate) (Invitation and Program) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original Tiffany engraved plates used to print the invitations to the pageant. Housed in original box from Tiffany's.

Erasmus Hall High School—165th anniversary of charter (1952)

[Program, photograph, newspaper clippings], 1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall—165th Anniversary, 1787–1952 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This celebration was held to re-dedicate the newly restored Erasmus Hall Academy building on the campus. The Regents held their December meeting in the Academy as their part of the celebration. Newspaper clippings, many photographs, and copies of the official program are on file.

Photographs of celebration taken by the New York Times, 1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: EHHS—165th Anniversary (1952) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

2 photos, 11 x 14".

Erasmus Hall High School—One Hundred Sixty-Fifth Anniversary, 1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-26 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—175th anniversary of charter (1962)

[Programs, article], 1962, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—175th Anniversary, 1787–1962 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "175th Year Fete Held at Erasmus." In: Flatbush, May 1962 issue.
• Programs of the Civic Night and Education Night Exercises (May 9–10, 1962)

Engraved invitation to the 175th anniversary celebration, 1962 May 10

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: EHHS—175th anniv.—box of invitations (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Box containing about 90 copies.

Erasmus Hall High School—One Hundred Seventy-Fifth Anniversary, 1962, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-26 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—200th anniversary of charter (1987)

Invitation, 1987, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS—200th Anniversary, 1987 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Alumni

Clippings, letters, memoranda, etc., regarding prominent students and alumni of Erasmus Hall High School, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-12, Folder: EHHS—Alumni (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Annual Reports

"Yearly Report"; notebook kept by Kate Turner, Asst. Principal, of attendance statistics, 1897–1905, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Annual Reports, ca. 1897–1907 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Annual reports, all signed by Walter B. Gunnison, which were prepared for the State or City, 1897–1907, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Annual Reports, ca. 1897–1907 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The years indicated are for the year ending ____; the "C" and "S" references indicate whether the report is for the City or State:
• 1897 (S, C)
• 1898 (S, C)
• 1899 (S)
• 1900 (S)
• 1901 (S, C)
• 1902 (S)
• 1903 (S)
• 1904 (S)
• 1905 (S)
• 1907 (S)

Erasmus Hall High School—Application Blank

Original application blank for Erasmus Hall High School, 1896, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Application blank & Courses of study, 1896 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Athletics

[Programs, newspaper clippings, publications, etc.], 1904–1938, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: EHHS—Athletics [2 folders] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Printed programs, newspaper clippings, etc., about athletic meets, track meets, football games, etc.
• Also, copies of Sports Review, 1936–8.
• Also, scrapbook of athletic material, 1907–10. Also, 1904 calendar with photos of EHHS athletic teams.

Photographs of teams, games, etc., circa 1900–circa 1975, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: EHHS—Athletics—Photos [2 folders] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Awards, Medals, etc.

Miscellaneous awards and certificates, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—Awards—misc. (folder 2) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Banners

Large rolled banner with hand-painted portrait of Erasmus, and dates 1787–1911, [1911], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5c (tube) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Two felt banners for Erasmus Hall, undated [circa 1940s], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: EHHS—Felt banners (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Bedford Avenue wing

Six photographs showing construction of Bedford Ave. wing, circa 1925, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—Bedford Ave. wing (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Biology Department

Minutes of the Meetings of the Biology Department, Feb. 6, 1907 to Dec. 19, 1911, 1907–1911, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Volume: Science Section (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Pages 1 to 46 taken from a notebook.

Inside cover of hardcover notebook containing minutes of "Science Section."

"Laboratory Experiments, Biology, Erasmus Hall High School, Edition of 1962–63", 1962–1963, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—Chemistry Dep't., Biology Dep't. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Board of Education Centennial Pageant (1942)

Material relating to the centennial celebration of the Board of Education, held at Erasmus Hall High School, 1942 April 15–16, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: EHHS—Board of Education Centennial Pageant (1942) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Bookmarks

Bookmarks with profile of Erasmus and "EHHS" monogram, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS—Bookplate (1930) and Bookmarks (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Bookplate

Bookplate designed by A. J. Grodin, Class of 1930, showing a stylized aerial view of the grounds of Erasmus Hall High School, [1930], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS—Bookplate (1930) and Bookmarks (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Chapel

Correspondence relating to organ in chapel of Erasmus Hall High School, 1915–1918, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS Chapel—Coats of Arms, Organ, etc. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Chapel—Coats of Arms

[List of shields], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS Chapel—Coats of Arms, Organ, etc. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Early in the administration of Dr. John F. McNeill (EHHS principal), the carved shield designs in the school chapel were embellished with hand-painted coats of arms of the founding families of Erasmus Hall Academy. This folder contains lists of the shields.

Photographs showing the chapel at the time these shields existed, can be found under: Erasmus Hall High School—Views.

Erasmus Hall High School—Chemistry Department

Chemistry Experiments (for use in EHHS), 1941?, 1956, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—Chemistry Dep't., Biology Dep't. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two editions: n.d. (1941?), 1956.

Erasmus Hall High School—Christmas Concert

Literature and printed programs for the annual Erasmus Hall Christmas Concert [incomplete], 1947–1975, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Christmas Concert (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Erasmus Hall High School Presents its Annual Christmas Concert" [33-1/3 LP record album], 1965 December 23

Offsite-Box: RC-4b, Folder: Recording of EHHS Christmas Concert (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Church Avenue Wing

[Transcript of remarks at dedication], 1912 October 10

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—One Hundred Twenty-fifth Anniversary (1912) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The Church Avenue wing was dedicated Oct. 10, 1912, in conjunction with the celebration of the school's 125th anniversary. A transcript of the speakers' remarks at the dedication, and material relating generally to the anniversary celebration.

Erasmus Hall High School—Class Day Programs

Class Day Programs, 1897–1960, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Class Day Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Programs for the following years are available:
• 1897
• 1898
• 1900 [17 copies]
• 1901
• 1910
• 1911
• 1912
• 1913 [ticket and dance book only]
• 1914
• 1915
• 1916
• 1917
• 1918
• 1919
• 1921
• 1922
• 1925
• 1934
• 1937
• 1938
• 1940 [3 copies]
• 1941 [2 copies]
• 1945
• 1947
• 1949
• 1951
• 1959 [3 copies]
• 1960

Erasmus Hall High School—Commencement (1900, 1901)

Original programs for graduating exercises for the classes of 1900 and 1901, 1900, 1901, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Graduation Programs for EHHS, 1900, 1901 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

These were the first and second graduating classes of Erasmus Hall High School.

Erasmus Hall High School—Commencement (1902–1929)

Programs of the Graduating Exercises of the Classes of 1902 to 1929, 1902–1929, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Programs of Graduating Exercises of EHHS, 1902–1929 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Mounted in notebook without covers.

Erasmus Hall High School—Commencement (1905)

"Erasmus Gala Night at Majestic Theatre. The Largest Class Ever Graduated From Old Erasmus Hall," Brooklyn Daily Eagle, 1905 June 24

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Cornerstone Laying (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Lists all of the graduates and award winners.

Gift of Dr. Henry E. Meleney, class of 1905.

Erasmus Hall High School—Commencement (1923–date [1974])

Commencement programs, 1923–1974, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS Graduation Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Programs for the following years are available (for the June class unless otherwise specified):
• 1923 (Jan.)
• 1934 [2 copies]
• 1936
• 1937
• 1938 (Jan. & June)
• 1939 (Jan. & June)
• 1940 (Jan. & June)
• 1941 (Jan. & June)
• 1942 (Jan. & June)
• 1943 (Jan. & June)
• 1944 (Jan. & June)
• 1945 (Jan. & June)
• 1946 (Feb. & June)
• 1947 (Feb. & June)
• 1948 (Feb. & June)
• 1949
• 1950 (Jan. & June)
• 1951 (Jan. & June)
• 1952 (Jan.)
• 1953 (Jan.)
• 1954
• 1955 (Jan. & June)
• 1956 (Jan. & June)
• 1957
• 1960
• 1963
• 1967 (Jan. & June)
• 1968
• 1969
• 1970
• 1972
• 1973
• 1974

Erasmus Hall High School—Concerts

Programs for various concerts, 1909–1979, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Concerts (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

See also Erasmus Hall High School—Christmas Concert
See also Erasmus Hall High School—Spring Concert
See also Erasmus Hall High School—Sing

Erasmus Hall High School—Cornerstone Laying (1905)

[Program and newspaper clipping], 1905 January 17

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Cornerstone Laying (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "Cornerstone of the New Erasmus Hall High School Laid To-Day." Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Jan. 17, 1905, p. 1. Accompanied by letter from Dr. Henry E. Meleney, who donated this clipping and one regarding the 1905 graduation.
• Program of the laying of the cornerstone, Jan. 17, 1905 [2 copies].

[Photograph], 1905 January 17

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Cornerstone Laying (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original glass plate negative, 5 x 7", of the laying of the cornerstone of Erasmus Hall High School, Jan. 17, 1905. Negative made by Mr. Edmund Bramhill Child, and presented to the school in October, 1937. Also present is a 5 x 7" print from the negative.

Note: a second negative taken by Mr. Child, but not as good, is in the collections of the New-York Historical Society.

Original trowel used in laying cornerstone of Erasmus Hall High School [NOT PRESENT], [1905 January 17]

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original trowel used in laying cornerstone of Erasmus Hall High School, Jan. 1905.

It is inscribed as follows: "Used in laying the cornerstone of the new Erasmus Hall High School January seventeenth Nineteen hundred and five by Hon. George W. Schaedle, Member of the Committee on Buildings, Board of Education, and by him presented as a momento [sic] to the school. John Thatcher & Sons, Builders."

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Silver medallion issued in 1905 to commemorate laying of the cornerstone of the new building of Erasmus Hall High School [NOT PRESENT], [1905 January 17]

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This medal is engraved with the name of Clarence E. Meleney. In original leather presentation box. Received as a gift from G. C. Meleney, White Plains, N.Y., June 1975.

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Erasmus Hall High School—Courses of Study

"Courses of Study Adopted for the Erasmus Hall High School", [1896 September], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Application blank & Courses of study, 1896 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Undated, but as this is "for use during the first term of the new school," the date is September 1896. [8 copies]

Requirements for Graduation from High Schools . . . for the year 1912. Department of Education, City of New York., 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Board of Education, Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Courses of Study in Erasmus Hall High School, 1948 February, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Courses of Study, 1948 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Diploma

[Diploma awarded to Ruth M. Dunham], 1913 June 26

Offsite-Box: RC-5b (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Diploma of Graduation: This DIPLOMA is awarded to Ruth M. Dunham Who has completed the Regular Course of 4 years in the Erasmus Hall High School and has satisfactorily passed all examinations required for graduation, June 26, 1913. (Signed) . . . W. B. Gunnison, Principal." 14 x 17"

Erasmus Hall High School—English Department

Erasmus Hall High School English Handbook, 1921, 1937, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: English Department Handbooks (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Three different editions, n.d., but all issued under chairmanship of A. Barnett Langdale.

Folder also includes two pamphlets:
• William E. McVey, Minimal Essentials in Manners and Right Conduct for High School Students (1921)
• Phil B. Noah, Charting Success by the Five Pointed Star: Suggestions for High School Students (1937)

Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty

Miscellaneous photos, clippings, etc. relating to various members of the faculty, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14a, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty (Misc.) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Report of Local Committee to Committee on Teachers," Erasmus Hall High School, 1900 June 30

Offsite-Box: RC-14a, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty (Misc.) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Lists the complete faculty for the year beginning Sept. 1900 [1899?].

[Faculty performance ratings], 1896–1906, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14a, Folder: EHHS—Faculty ratings, 1896–1906 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Ledger book in which each faculty member was rated for performance. Every teacher hired during the first ten years of the school's existence as a public high school is rated.

Notebooks listing teachers and classes taught, 1896–1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14a, Folder: EHHS—Organization 1896–1912 Lists of Teachers (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded by the Erasmus Hall Organization.

Gray binder with teachers' daily programs, 1898–1924, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14b, Volume: Erasmus Hall High School Teachers' Daily Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Loyalty pledge taken by faculty of Erasmus Hall High School, 1917, 1921, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Loyalty Pledge | EHHS—Named as Communist breeding ground (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Loyalty pledge taken by faculty of Erasmus Hall High School pursuant to a state law passed during the post-World War I "Red Scare." Also, material relating to loyalty dated 1917.

"To John F. McNeill: An Appreciation", circa 1934, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. John F. McNeill, principal of EHHS, 1934–65 (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Book presented to John F. McNeill with the signatures of every member of the faculty, according to department.

[Lists of faculty], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: EHHS—Faculty—1912 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two envelopes labeled:
• "Small photos with names on back—EHHS Print—Paul's list!"
• "List of Faculty made by: A. S. Cameron from Paul's very bad list!!!"

The list by Ms. Alex Cameron corresponds to the copy of the "Long photograph of the complete faculty [numbered copy 2]" taken on campus at the time of the 125th anniversary celebration, 1912. See oversize folder 1.2.

Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty Dinners

Programs, bills, and notes concerning the Faculty Dinners of Erasmus Hall, 1898–1967, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14a, Folder: EHHS—Faculty Dinners (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Programs are available for the following years:
• 1898 (first)
• 1900 (Jan.)
• 1900 (Dec.)
• 1902 (Jan.)
• 1902 (Dec.)
• 1904
• 1905
• 1906
• 1907
• 1909
• 1910
• 1911
• 1912
• 1914
• 1916
• 1920
• 1931
• 1932
• 1933
• 1934
• 1938
• 1967

Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty Plays

[Faculty play programs], 1926, 1931, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Faculty Plays (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Faculty Play, Mar. 26–27, 1926 [4 copies]
• Faculty Play, Apr. 17–18, 1931 [5 copies]

Erasmus Hall High School—Faculty—Photographs

[Faculty photographs], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-14a, Folder: EHHS Faculty Photographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Long photograph of the complete faculty [numbered copy 1], 1912, inclusive

oversize: large, Folder: 1.1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Taken on campus at time of 125th anniversary celebration.

Formerly framed (frame discarded 2021), with only accurate identification of faculty members.

Long photograph of the complete faculty [numbered copy 2], 1912, inclusive

oversize: large, Folder: 1.2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Taken on campus at time of 125th anniversary celebration. This numbered copy was presented in Dec. 1972 by Ms. Alex Cameron, a teacher who appears in the photo. Poor condition (split in half).

For Cameron's list identifiying the teachers in the photograph, see Box 9a, Folder "EHHS—Faculty—1912."

Long photograph of the complete faculty [flat copies], 1912, inclusive

oversize: large, Folder: 1.3 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Taken on campus at time of 125th anniversary. Three copies (one complete, two partial).

Long photograph of the complete faculty [rolled copy], 1912, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Taken on campus at time of 125th anniversary celebration. Poor condition.

Erasmus Hall High School—Floor Plans

Floor plans on blueprint paper of the entire school (basement and four floors), circa 1930s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, Folder: EHHS—Floor Plans (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Not dated, but ca. 1930s, as the Snyder Ave. wing was not yet constructed. [3 copies]

Proposed Addition to Erasmus Hall High School. Walter C. Martin, arch't. Aug. 13, 1937 (rev. Sept. 16, 1937), 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, Folder: Snyder Av. Wing blueprints (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This is an 8 page blueprint of Snyder Avenue wing.

Floor plans on blueprint paper of the entire school (basement and five floors), circa 1940, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS—Floor plans (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Not dated, but ca. 1940, as the Snyder Avenue wing is present and referred to as the "new addition."

Erasmus Hall High School—General Organization

Constitution and other material relating to the General Organization, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—General Organization (G.O.) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Grade Advisors

[Printed notices], circa 1914–1917, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Grade Advisors (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Printed notice of welcome to Erasmus Hall freshmen, signed by Emilie L. Platt, Grade Advisor, n.d., but World War I era.
• Printed notice of welcome, similar to above, but signed Charles M. Stebbins, n.d.
• Printed notice of consolation to students who failed first semester's work, signed Charles M. Stebbins, n.d.

Erasmus Hall High School—Guide

Erasmus Hall Handbook / Guide / Answer Book, 1915–1978, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Erasmus Hall H. S.—Guide (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The following editions are available, with variant titles as indicated:

• Erasmus Hall Handbook 1915
• Erasmus Hall Handbook 1932 [6th ed.]
• G. O. Handbook Feb. 1937
• G. O Handbook Fall 1937 [4 copies]
• G. O. Handbook Spring 1938
• The Handbook Fall 1938
• The Handbook Spring 1939 [2 copies]
• The Handbook Fall 1939 [3 copies]
• The Handbook Spring 1940 [2 copies]
• The Handbook Fall 1940 [2 copies]
• G. O. Handbook Fall 1941
• G. O. Handbook Fall 1942 [3 copies]
• General Organization Handbook Spring 1943 [2 copies]
• G. O. Handbook Spring 1943 [2 copies]
• G. O. Handbook Spring 1944
• G. O. Handbook Fall 1944 [3 copies]
• G. O. Handbook Spring 1945 [3 copies]
• G. O. Handbook Fall 1945 [3 copies]
• The Handbook Spring 1946 [3 copies]
• The Handbook Spring [sic; Fall] 1946 [3 copies]
• The Handbook Spring 1947 [2 copies]

Erasmus Hall Guide. Published by the Faculty of Erasmus Hall High School for the Students.
• v. 1 Jan. 1948 [3 copies]
• v. 2 Sept. 1950 [3 copies]
• v. 3 Sept. 1959 [2 copies]
• v. 4 Sept. 1966 [4 copies]
• 1974
• Sept. 1978

Answer Book for New Erasmians, publd. by G. O.
• v. 1–3 (1956–59) [2 copies]

Erasmus Hall High School—History

Newspaper clippings regarding plans for destroying or moving Academy, and, finally, plans to restore it, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—History (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1896)

[Program, tickets, newspaper clippings], 1896 October 14

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Transfer of Erasmus Hall Academy to the City of Brooklyn, 1896 (original program, clippings) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Original program and tickets of admission for the formal transfer of the Academy to the City of Brooklyn for use as a public high school. Ceremony was held Oct. 14, 1896 at Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church.
• Also, newspaper clippings.

Annual report of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to the Board of Education of the city of Brooklyn, 1896, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Annual Report . . . Board of Education . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This 243-page report contains much information about Erasmus Hall, which was transferred to the city of Brooklyn in 1896.

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1896–1899)

Minutes of the Meetings of the Local Committee appointed for the new high school to be established in Erasmus Hall, 1896–1899, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-12, Volume: Minutes of the Local Committee . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Richard Young, Chairman, W. B. Gunnison, Secretary. Ledger notebook.

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1900–1904)

Clara A. Cummings Doolittle letters and scrapbooks regarding her years at Erasmus Hall, 1900–1904, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Letters & Scrapbooks of Clara A. Cummings Doolittle (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1902)

Petitions to the Board of Education for the erection of a new building for Erasmus Hall High School, [1902], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-12, Folder: Petitions to the Board of Education . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

More than 100 sheets tied together, each with signatures and addresses of both famous and obscure Brooklynites.

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1917–1921)

Loyalty pledge taken by faculty of Erasmus Hall High School in 1921, pursuant to a state law passed during the post-World War I "Red Scare", 1917, 1921, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Loyalty Pledge | EHHS—Named as Communist breeding ground (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Also, material relating to loyalty dated 1917.

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1941)

Clippings about "virus of communism" breeding in New York City schools, 1941 March, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Loyalty Pledge | EHHS—Named as Communist breeding ground (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Erasmus Hall High School was named as one of the dozen schools involved:
• "Reds in 3 Boro Schools Plot Against U.S., Probers Charge." Brooklyn Eagle, March 24, 1941.
• "9 High Schools Called Centers of Red Activity," New York Herald Tribune, March --, 1941.

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1957–1963)

[Newspaper clippings and correspondence], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-12, Folder: EHHS—History—1957–63 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

In 1957, a TIME Magazine survey named Erasmus Hall as one of the 38 outstanding high schools in the U.S. A Ladies' Home Journal survey in 1963 named EHHS as one of the top 25. These articles resulted in much publicity (newspaper articles, etc.) and correspondence (from high schools wishing to learn the secret of success).

Erasmus Hall High School—History (1964)

Flatbush, vol. 43, no. 12, 1964 December, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. John F. McNeill, principal of EHHS, 1934–65 (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by the Flatbush Chamber of Commerce, devoted to the history of Erasmus Hall High School. Also, includes article (p. 2) on Dr. John F. McNeill being named "Man of the Year" by the Kiwanis Club of Prospect Park.

Erasmus Hall High School—Landmark Plaque Dedication (1958)

Correspondence, news clippings, and printed material relating to the landmark plaque placed on the old Academy building by the New York Community Trust, [1958 May 2]

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS—Landmark Plaque Dedication, 1958 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Landmark Status

[Material relating to the landmark and national register status of the Academy Building], 1958, 1966, 1975, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS—Landmark Status (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A landmark plaque was placed on the old Academy building by the New York Community Trust on May 2, 1958. This private trust began marking important landmarks because there was no city agency to do so. Erasmus Hall Academy was declared an official city landmark on March 15, 1966 by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (which did not come into being until 1965). In December 1975, Erasmus Hall Academy was entered in the National Register of Historic Places maintained by the U. S. Dept. of the Interior.

Erasmus Hall High School—Library

Miscellaneous clippings and photographs, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Erasmus—Library—Clippings (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photographs of both the "old" and "new" Erasmus Hall High School libraries, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS—Library (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The former being what is now the Art Gallery / Student Lounge on the second floor of the Flatbush Arch.

Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Annual Reports

Reports sent to the Regents of the Univ. of the State of N. Y. by the Erasmus Hall High School Library, as required by law, 1897–1901, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Annual Reports, ca. 1897–1907 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The following years are available: Year ending
• 1897
• 1898
• 1899
• 1900
• 1901

Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Books

Scope and Contents

Many have Erasmus Hall bookplates.

American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Memoirs of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences: To the End of the Year M,DCC,LXXXIII [1783], v. 1 (Boston: Adams and Nourse), 1785, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Bergen, Teunis G. The Bergen Family: Or the Descendants of Hans Hansen Bergen, One of the Early Settlers of New York and Brooklyn, L. I. (New York: Bergen & Tripp), 1866, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Citizen of Massachusetts. History of the United States of America; With a Brief Account of Some of the Principal Empires and States of Ancient and Modern Times. For the Use of Schools and Families (Keene, N.H.: John Prentiss), 1823, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Dunshee, Henry Webb. History of the School of the Collegiate Reformed Dutch Church in the City of New York, From 1633 to 1883, second edition (New York: Aldine Press), 1883 [1886], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Gibbs, James. Bibliotheca Radcliviana: Or, a Short Description of the Radcliffe Library, at Oxford (London: the author), 1747, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-22 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Hoole, Charles, trans. Joh. Amos Comenius's Visible World: Or, A Nomenclature, and Pictures of All the Chief Things That Are In the World, and of Men's Employments Therein (New York: T. & J. Swords), 1810, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Hosack, David. Observations on Vision, [1794], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Erasmus Hall bookplate and inscription from the author.

Osgood, Frances, ed. The Poetry of Flowers and Flowers of Poetry (New York: Derby & Jackson), 1859, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

[Pope, John Russell.] The Architecture of John Russell Pope, 3 vols. in 2 portfolios. (New York: W. Helburn), 1924–30, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

[NOT PRESENT]. The New-York Historical Society holds a partial copy under call number NA737.P6 C6 Oversize.

Portlock, Nathaniel. A Voyage Round the World; But More Particularly To the North-West Coast of America: Performed in 1785, 1786, 1787, and 1788, in the King George and Queen Charlotte, Captains Portlock and Dixon (London: John Stockdale and George Goulding), 1789, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

[Sheet music], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Bound volume with leather label "Kate M. Randall" on cover.

Thomas, Isaiah. The History of Printing in America , 2 vols. (Worcester, Mass.: Isaiah Thomas Jr.), 1810, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Ware, Isaac. A Complete Body of Architecture. Adorned With Plans and Elevations, From Original Designs, 2 vols. (London), 1756, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-22 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Weekly Museum, 1797–1802, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Incomplete run, vol. 10, no. 3 (7 July 1797)–vol. 14, no. 60 (4 December 1802), bound in one volume. Erasmus Hall bookplate.

Whittier, John G. Lays of My Home, and Other Poems (Boston: William D. Ticknor), 1843, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Floor Plans

Two rolled floor plans for the new library in the Snyder Avenue wing, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, roll: Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Floor Plans (2) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• One of the plans is a blueprint of the room lay-out.
• The other, on tissue paper, is an artist's conception of the lay-out of the shelves and stained glass windows.

Erasmus Hall High School—Library—History

Much information regarding the early years of the Erasmus Hall High School Library, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Kingsbury, Mary A. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scrapbooks with text and illustrations, giving a history of the library of the Academy and the High School, compiled by librarian Ella Suydam [2 volumes], 1934, circa 1940, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, Folder: Erasmus Hall Library—Scrapbooks (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Erasmus Hall Library, 1787– . [Brooklyn, N.Y.], 1934.
• Erasmus Hall Library, 1787– . [Brooklyn, N.Y.], c. 1940.

Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Museum

[Correspondence relating to the transfer of Flatbush District School No. 1 library to Erasmus Hall], [1897], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS Library—Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The library of the old public school of the town of Flatbush (known as School District No. 1, Town of Flatbush, Kings Co.) was, by vote of the trustees of the school district, transferred in 1897 to Erasmus Hall High School, where it still reposes today in the museum of the school's library. Correspondence between Walter B. Gunnison, EHHS principal, and John Z. Lott, trustee of the school district, relating to the transfer.

"Museum Books", [1961?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS Library—Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inventory of rare volumes from Erasmus Hall High School Library Museum Room. The books were deposited in the school's vault in 1961, but were subsequently retrieved and returned to the Museum Room.

Photographs of two books in the Library's Museum, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS Library—Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Letters of Junius, pub. by Evert Duyckinck, 1821.
• Magni Des. Erasmi Roterodami Vita (Life of Erasmus), publ. 1642.

Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Request Slips

Request slips for various books which teachers wanted to be added to EHHS Library, 1948–1962, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS Library—Book Request Slips (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Approved and signed by John F. McNeill. Signatures of teachers include H. E. Wedeck, Louise Church, Charlotte H. Crawford, Thomas G. Lawrence, A. Barnett Langdale.

Erasmus Hall High School—Making of America Pageant (1921)

Correspondence and printed material, [1921], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: EHHS Pageants— (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and printed material relating to a city-wide series of lectures and programs held in 1921 under the auspices of "America's Making, Inc., An Exposition of Three Centuries of Immigrant Contributions to our National Life." Erasmus Hall High School presented a pageant on Oct. 31, 1921 in connection with the Making of America program.

Erasmus Hall High School—Medals, Jewelry, Buttons

Athletic medals awarded to Harold Walgrove Bousfield (1883–1970), an Erasmus Hall alumnus, 1903, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS—Medals, Jewelry, Buttons (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Erasmus Hall Athletic Association (bronze), 440 yard run, 1903 (see Erasmian, v. 5, no. 8, May 1903, p. 158).
• Long Island Interscholastic Athletic League (bronze).
• Carteret Academy Interscholastic Games (silver), 100 yard run, 1903.
• Accompanied by a biographical sketch of Bousfield.

Bronze medal awarded as third prize in Richard Young Term Essay Contest, 1910 January, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS—Medals, Jewelry, Buttons (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Donated to the school by Helen Bergen (Mrs. A. Lloyd Lott), Brewster, N.Y., n.d.

Collection of buttons, 1959–1964, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS—Medals, Jewelry, Buttons (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• EHHS Sing, 1959
• EHHS Senior, 1962
• EHHS Buff and Blue, 1964
• Erasmus Hall Buff and Blue, 1787–1962

Button and ribbon of the Erasmus Hall Service Club, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS—Medals, Jewelry, Buttons (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall pin, with reproduction of design of Erasmus Hall fireplace, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS—Medals, Jewelry, Buttons (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Single sheet depicting various jewelry (belt buckle, match box, signet ring, lapel button, etc.), with prices, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: EHHS—Jewelry (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Silver medallion issued in 1905 to commemorate laying of the cornerstone of the new building of Erasmus Hall High School [NOT PRESENT], 1905, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This medal is engraved with the name of Clarence E. Meleney. In original leather presentation box.

Received as a gift from G. C. Meleney, White Plain, N.Y., June 1975.

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Erasmus Hall High School—Modern Language Department

Minutes of the Proceedings of the Modern Language Department of Erasmus Hall High School, 1899–1909, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Volume: Modern Language (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Nov. 21, 1899–Jan. 12, 1909. Hardcover notebook.

Erasmus Hall High School—Modernization, 1954–1955, inclusive

Photographic Record of EHHS by Sidney L. Katz; vols. 1 & 2, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Sidney L. Katz, EHHS '31, of Katz, Waisman, Blumenkranz, Stein, Weber, Architects Associated. 11 black loose-leaf volumes with photographs of virtually every interior space in the school before renovation in the modernization of 1955.

Photographic Record of EHHS by Sidney L. Katz; vols. 3 & 4, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Sidney L. Katz, EHHS '31, of Katz, Waisman, Blumenkranz, Stein, Weber, Architects Associated. 11 black loose-leaf volumes with photographs of virtually every interior space in the school before renovation in the modernization of 1955.

Photographic Record of EHHS by Sidney L. Katz; vols. 5 & 6, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-3 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Sidney L. Katz, EHHS '31, of Katz, Waisman, Blumenkranz, Stein, Weber, Architects Associated. 11 black loose-leaf volumes with photographs of virtually every interior space in the school before renovation in the modernization of 1955.

Photographic Record of EHHS by Sidney L. Katz; vols. 7 & 8, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-4 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Sidney L. Katz, EHHS '31, of Katz, Waisman, Blumenkranz, Stein, Weber, Architects Associated. 11 black loose-leaf volumes with photographs of virtually every interior space in the school before renovation in the modernization of 1955.

Photographic Record of EHHS by Sidney L. Katz; vols. 9 & 10, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-5 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Sidney L. Katz, EHHS '31, of Katz, Waisman, Blumenkranz, Stein, Weber, Architects Associated. 11 black loose-leaf volumes with photographs of virtually every interior space in the school before renovation in the modernization of 1955.

Photographic Record of EHHS by Sidney L. Katz; vol. 11, 1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-6 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Sidney L. Katz, EHHS '31, of Katz, Waisman, Blumenkranz, Stein, Weber, Architects Associated. 11 black loose-leaf volumes with photographs of virtually every interior space in the school before renovation in the modernization of 1955.

Modernization of Erasmus Hall High School, 1954–1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-6 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Memorandum re: Modernization of the Flatbush Avenue, Church Avenue, and Bedford Avenue wings of Erasmus Hall High School, 23 February 1954.
• Modernization: Our Immediate Needs, 30 September 1954.
• Modernization of Erasmus Hall High School: Preliminary Submission, June 6, 1955, Katz Waisman Blumenkranz Stein Weber Architects Associated.

Erasmus Hall High School—Museum

Scope and Contents

The designation "Erasmus Hall Museum" has been applied to two different places within the School: first, to the Museum Room of the Library located on the fourth floor of the Snyder Avenue wing (1940); and second, to the Museum Room in the original Academy building, opened upon its restoration in 1952.

The Museum Room in the Library consisted of glass-enclosed bookcases containing what remained of the original Erasmus Hall Academy library and the library of the old Flatbush Public School No. 1, as well as special and rare books donated by alumni and friends of the school. Additional information about these books and the library are found under:

Flatbush—Schools—Library
Erasmus Hall Academy—Library
Erasmus Hall High School—Library
Erasmus Hall High School—Library—Museum

The Museum Room in the old Academy building contained various artifacts, antiques, and items of memorabilia relating to the school and to the old families of Flatbush. For additional information, see other entries under:

Erasmus Hall High School—Museum

Correspondence regarding requests for loans of material from the Erasmus Hall museum, 1924–1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Erasmus Hall Seeks Historic Items for School's Campus Museum," Brooklyn Daily Eagle, 1952 May 14

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Dower chest of Abigail Lefferts Lloyd (1759–1847) was donated to the school by Miss Louise G. Zabriskie in 1952. The Brooklyn Eagle clipping includes a photograph of students Nancy Scarborough and Nina Ballas with the chest [which is NOT included in the present collection].

"Museum Pieces", 1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

List of old Dutch artifacts and antiques, contributed primarily by Miss Louise G. Zabriskie in 1952, for the Museum Room in the old Academy building. Also, list of Erasmus Hall memorabilia kept in Museum Room.

Note written by Willis Boughton regarding the bell now in the museum, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: EHHS Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"The bell in the case in the Hall was presented to the school by Miss [Louise G.] Zabriskie in March 1903. It was specially cast at Troy for Dr. Van Kleeck [sic] in 1848." [The bell itself is located in box RC-23.]

School bell from Van Kleek administration, circa 1845, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-23 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

With accompanying note: "This old school bell has been dated traditionally as a relic from 1787, the year of the founding of Erasmus Hall Academy. However, it actually dates from the administration of Rev. Richard Van Kleek, ca. 1845."

Canisters made from timbers of Zabriskie homestead [3], [1902?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-23 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Three wooden containers made from timbers of the Zabriskie Homestead, Flatbush, Long Island. Donated to Erasmus Hall High School by Miss Louise Garvin Zabriskie. One canister (the one without a top) bears the stamped inscriptions "J.L.Z. 1902," which indicates it (and its companions) was likely made in 1902, but the initials cannot stand for Dr. John L. Zabriskie, who died in 1895.

Sextant made by Jno. Gelbert, Tower Hill, London, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-23 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Knife box with inlaid shell design on lid [NOT PRESENT], circa 1678, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

From the Jacob Lefferts homestead built c. 1678 (later known as Zabriskie homestead). Gift to Erasmus Hall from Miss Louise Zabriskie, 1952.

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Sheffield candlesticks [2] from the home of Jacob Lefferts [NOT PRESENT], circa 1750 [or 1790?], inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Candle snuffers (scissor-like) and tray, also from Jacob Lefferts [NOT PRESENT], circa 1750, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Teaspoon with initials "END" [NOT PRESENT], undated, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"END" probably = Ellen N. Duryea (1802–1868)—see Lefferts Genealogy by T. G. Bergen (1878), p. 89.

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Capt. Bateman Lloyd's mirrored shaving stand [NOT PRESENT], 1780, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Brass name plate "Bateman Lloyd 1780." Gift to Erasmus Hall from Miss Louise Zabriskie, 1952.

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Leather cartridge containers [2] believed to have been used by Captain Bateman Lloyd during the American Revolution [NOT PRESENT], undated, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Meteorological recording device manufactured by John W. Thompson, N.Y. [NOT PRESENT], 1835, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded on a "3-page list of items transferred to NYHS which are NOT in the 2 large Records Cases or Hollinger [i.e., manuscript] boxes."

Erasmus Hall High School—Musical Compositions

[Two folders of Erasmus Hall songs], 1898–1931, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Music and Songs (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Cheers for Erasmus Hall. By Denis R. O'Brien and Joseph A. Campbell. Copyright 1908 W. B. Gunnison.
• Erasmus Field Song. By Frank D. Edgell and Eugene W. Harter. Copyright 1923 E. W. Harter.
• Erasmus Hall. Words and Music by Eugene W. Harter. Copyright 1898 W. B. Gunnison [2 copies].
• Erasmus Hall High School Songs. pamph., n.d.
• Oh, Lads and Lassies (Erasmus Song). Words and Music by Eugene W. Harter. Copyright 1926 E. W. Harter [2 copies].
• Songs, Emile Re-Union, Feb. 14, 1931.
• Songs and Shouts, Erasmus Hall, Brooklyn (1907) [2 copies].
• "Songs and yells" (in The Busy B, v. 8, no. 1, Nov. 1918).
• Songs for Alumni Day . . . 1905.
• Erasmus Hall Songs, comp. by Mary C. Mulligan and Umberto Pisani, copyright 1927 [2 copies].
• _____, second ed. 1931
• The Abridged Academy Song-Book for Use in Schools and Colleges, by Charles H. Levermore, Ginn & Co., 1898 [2 copies].

Erasmus Hall High School—"Outstanding High School"

Erasmus Hall High School—"Outstanding High School", 1957–1963, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-12, Folder: EHHS—History—1957–63 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

In 1957, a TIME Magazine survey named Erasmus Hall as one of the 38 outstanding high schools in the U.S. A Ladies' Home Journal survey in 1963 named EHHS as one of the top 25. These articles resulted in much publicity (newspaper articles, etc.) and correspondence (from high schools wishing to learn the secret of success).

Erasmus Hall High School—Pageant of Democracy (1919)

Program and miscellaneous correspondence relating to "The Torch: A Pageant of Democracy", 1919 November 24

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: EHHS Pageants— (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "The Torch: A Pageant of Democracy by Josephine Thorp, Presented by Erasmus Hall in celebration of the three hundredth anniversary of the founding of representative government in this country."
• Program for pageant held Nov. 24, 1919; and miscellaneous correspondence relating to the pageant.

Erasmus Hall High School—Physics Department

Minutes of Meetings of Physical Science Section, 1919 March 18–May 27, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Volume: Science Section (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

On pages 101–105 of hardcover notebook containing minutes of meetings of Science section.

Outline of Physics course at EHHS, circa 190–, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Volume: Physics (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Pasted in hardcover notebook. n.d., but ca. 190–.

Erasmus Hall High School—Plays, Musicals, etc.

Collection of programs for plays and musicals presented by the students of Erasmus Hall High School, 1901–[1932?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Plays, Musicals, etc. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Including the productions of the Footlighters, a group formed at EHHS in 1932.

For other programs involving Erasmus Hall students, see Erasmus Hall High School—Programs.

Erasmus Hall High School—Presidents' Day

Programs for Presidents' Day, 1911, 1914, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Presidents' Day Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Nov. 20, 1911
• Dec. 21, 1914

Erasmus Hall High School—Press Clippings, 1898–1917, inclusive

Scope and Contents

Six scrapbooks with virtually every newspaper article about EHHS, 1898–1917.

EHHS Press Clippings, vols. 1 & 2, 1898–1906, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

EHHS Press Clippings, vols. 3 & 4, 1906–1913, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-8 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

EHHS Press Clippings, vols. 5 & 6, 1912–1917, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-9 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Programs

Folder of miscellaneous programs, 1909–, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Including
• Alumni Plays
• Arbor Day
• Debates
• Elocution Contests
• Hudson-Fulton Celebration

Erasmus Hall High School—Publications

Miscellaneous correspondence regarding various EHHS publications (Erasmian, Papyrus, Der Postillion, etc.), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Correspondence regarding various EHHS publications | Original artwork for Flying Dutchman II (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Regents Certificate

Certificate granted by the Regents of the University of the State of New York, registering Erasmus Hall High School as a High School, 1898 June 16

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Reports

"Visit to Erasmus Hall High School. Report of Denis R. O'Brien", 1917 February, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Annual Reports, ca. 1897–1907 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This 12-page report includes every possible aspect of the school, from "Conduct of Pupils in Halls and Study Rooms" to "Pupil Load and Heads of Departments." Includes much criticism, and recommends immediate removal of the Old Building.

Erasmus Hall High School—Science Department

Minutes of the Meetings of the Science Section, 1899–1904, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Volume: Science Section (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Nov. 21, 1899 to May 10, 1904. Pages 1 to 97 of hardcover notebook.

Erasmus Hall High School—Service Flag Dedication

"Dedication of The Service Flag, Erasmus Hall High School", 1917 November 7

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: World War I (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Also includes
• Instructions for students and faculty
• Program with photograph [4 copies]
• Address by Mr. Low [2 copies]

Erasmus Hall High School—Sing

Programs, 1962–1964, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—"Sing" Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Programs for the following years of this musical presentation are available:

• 1962
• 1963
• 1964

Erasmus Hall High School—Snyder Avenue Wing

Proposed Addition to Erasmus Hall High School. Walter C. Martin, arch't. Aug. 13, 1937 (rev. Sept. 16, 1937), 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, Folder: Snyder Av. Wing blueprints (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This is an 8 page blueprint of Snyder Avenue wing.

[Program, article, letter], 1940, 1964, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—Dedication of Snyder Ave. wing (1940) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Program of the Ceremonies Incident to the Dedication of the New Addition to Erasmus Hall High School . . . . Tuesday, November 19, 1940. [approx. 40 copies]
• Article from New York Times, Nov. 20, 1940.
• Letter written by Jane Kebbon, widow of Eric Kebbon, architect of Snyder Avenue wing, 1964.

Album presented to Dr. McNeill on opening of Snyder Avenue Wing, 1940, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: EHHS—Snyder Ave. Wing—Album of photos (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The album contains photos taken by the Camera Club of EHHS.

Erasmus Hall High School—Songs and Shouts

[Two folders of Erasmus Hall songs], 1898–1931, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Music and Songs (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Cheers for Erasmus Hall. By Denis R. O'Brien and Joseph A. Campbell. Copyright 1908 W. B. Gunnison.
• Erasmus Field Song. By Frank D. Edgell and Eugene W. Harter. Copyright 1923 E. W. Harter.
• Erasmus Hall. Words and Music by Eugene W. Harter. Copyright 1898 W. B. Gunnison [2 copies].
• Erasmus Hall High School Songs. pamph., n.d.
• Oh, Lads and Lassies (Erasmus Song). Words and Music by Eugene W. Harter. Copyright 1926 E. W. Harter [2 copies].
• Songs, Emile Re-Union, Feb. 14, 1931.
• Songs and Shouts, Erasmus Hall, Brooklyn (1907) [2 copies].
• "Songs and yells" (in The Busy B, v. 8, no. 1, Nov. 1918).
• Songs for Alumni Day . . . 1905.
• Erasmus Hall Songs, comp. by Mary C. Mulligan and Umberto Pisani, copyright 1927 [2 copies].
• _____, second ed. 1931
• The Abridged Academy Song-Book for Use in Schools and Colleges, by Charles H. Levermore, Ginn & Co., 1898 [2 copies].

Erasmus Hall High School—Spring Concert

Spring Concert programs, 1937–1973, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Spring Concert (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Programs for the following years are on file:

• 1937
• 1938 (Third Annual)
• 1939 (Fourth Annual) [2 copies]
• 1940 (Fifth Annual) [2 copies]
• 1941 (Sixth Annual) [3 copies]
• 1945
• 1946
• 1947 [2 copies]
• 1948 [3 copies]
• 1949
• 1950
• 1952 [3 copies]
• 1953 [5 copies]
• 1954 [3 copies]
• 1955 (5 copies]
• 1956 [3 copies]
• 1957 [5 copies]
• 1958 [2 copies]
• 1959 [2 copies]
• 1960 [5 copies]
• 1961 [2 copies]
• 1962 [2 copies]
• 1963
• 1964
• 1965
• 1967 [2 copies]
• 1968
• 1969
• 1970
• 1971
• 1972 [3 copies]
• 1973 [2 copies]

Also, miscellaneous papers relating to the Spring Concerts.

Spring Concert budgets, correspondence, fliers, seating charts, etc., 1952–1962, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Spring Concert miscellaneous (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Spring Festival of the Arts

Spring Festival of the Arts programs, 1978, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Spring Concert (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The annual Spring Concert became Spring Festival of the Arts after 197– . Programs for the following years are available:

• 1978 [2 copies]

Erasmus Hall High School—Stained glass windows

Chapel Window depicting scenes in the life of Erasmus, presented by the Alumni Association, June 18, 1911, [1911], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Stained glass windows (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Folder issued by the manufacturer, Church Glass and Decorating Company of New York, showing black and white illustrations.

Chapel window depicting scenes in the life of Erasmus, presented by the Alumni Association, June 18, 1911, [1911], inclusive

oversize: large, Folder: 2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original watercolor executed by the Church Glass and Decorating Company of New York, which served as the basis for the design of the window. 25 x 28", in a large cardboard portfolio.

Originally in Records Case, Drawer 7.

Doggett Memorial Window, [1929?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Allen B. Doggett (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

8 x 10" black and white photo of this window, which was dedicated Nov. 3, 1929. See The Chronicles (1937) p. 50–53 for description.

Gunnison Memorial Window, 1919 May 2

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Stained glass windows (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Dedication of the Memorial Window to Dr. Walter Balfour Gunnison in the Library of Erasmus Hall High School, May 2, 1919. (program)

Note: This window is in the old library, now known as the student lounge, on 2nd floor of Flatbush Ave. tower.

Library Windows, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS Library—Stained glass windows (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Folder containing correspondence relating to, information about, and photographs of the coats of arms in the stained glass windows in the Erasmus Hall library in the Snyder Avenue wing.

Erasmus Hall High School—Student Activities

Miscellaneous printed material about student activities and organizations., undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Student Activities (Misc.) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Student Activities—Photographs

Mandolin Club, circa 1908, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: EHHS—Mandolin club (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

(Presented to [EHHS] library, Jan. 1973; belonged to Walter Atwood Wright, French instructor and head of the Mandolin Club.)

Chorus conducted by Mr. DePietto, City Hall Park, in honor of Paul I of Greece, 1953 November, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: Chorus conducted by Mr. DePietto (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photographs of students and student activities, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: EHHS—Students & Student Activities (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Note: Athletic photographs are not included in the above. See Erasmus Hall High School—Athletics.

Erasmus Hall High School—Survey

Survey of the land upon which Erasmus Hall High School stands, executed by Homer L. Bartlett, City Surveyor & Civil Engineer, 1896 July, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS—Survey (1896) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Linen, 19 x 24".

Erasmus Hall High School—Views

Photographs and prints of the school and grounds (8x10 or smaller), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy / High School—Views 8x10″ or smaller (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photographs and prints of the school and grounds (larger than 8x10), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: Erasmus Hall H.S.—Views larger than 8 x 10″ (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photographs and prints of the school and grounds (oversize), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: EHHS—Views (oversized) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Postcards, circa 1905–1920, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Postcard Views (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Postcards, black and white and color, of Erasmus Hall High School. None are dated, but all are ca. 1905–1920. Some show the Flatbush Ave. front of the school before the addition of the Church Ave. wing. One, ca. 1911, shows the school from Ocean Avenue, before E. 21 St. had been cut through.
• Also, sets of postcards issued for the 125th anniversary, 1912. One set, in color, features views of the pageant; the other set has views of the school, principal, antiques, etc.

Color transparencies, circa 1955–1961, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Erasmus Hall High School—Views (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—Washington Bicentennial Celebration (1932)

Printed program and correspondence relating to program entitled "Episodes in the Life of Washington," presented in the Erasmus Hall courtyard, 1932 May 13

Offsite-Box: RC-8a, Folder: EHHS Pageants— (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Erasmus Hall High School—World War I

Lists of Erasmus boys in the service, 1917, 1918, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: World War I (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

From the Erasmian, Oct. and Nov. 1917. Also, Christmas card sent in Dec. 1918 to Erasmians who served in the war.

Dedication of the memorial tablet to the Erasmus boys who died in the Great War, 1922 February 10

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—World War I (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Printed program, correspondence.

See also Erasmus Hall High School—Service Flag Dedication.

Material relating to Erasmus Hall students and alumni who served in World War I, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-23 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Includes correspondence and photographs.

Erasmus Hall High School—World War II

[Lists of Erasmus students who served in World War II], 1945, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: WWII—including list of Erasmus boys who served (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "Erasmians Serve." 16 x 20" poster listing Erasmus Hall students in the service. Dated May 1945.
• Dutchman, April 20, 1945, listing Erasmus veterans.
• Slips of paper with names of Erasmus veterans.

Correspondence from Erasmus Hall boys in the service, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: WWII—Correspondence from Erasmus boys in the service (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Most thanking editor of Dutchman for sending copies of Dutchman.

[Certificate and citations], 1944, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3b, Folder: WWII—Citations to EHHS (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Certificate recognizing EHHS as a patron of the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Home, Eaton Rapids, Mich., n.d.
• Citations for meritorious service awarded to EHHS by New York War Fund, 1944.

Erasmus News

"The Erasmus News," published by the pupils of Erasmus Hall High School, 1916, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (Jan. 5, 1916)
• Vol. 1, no. 3 (Feb. 2, 1916)

Erasmus Spirit

"The Erasmus Spirit," published by the pupils of Erasmus Hall High School, 1915, 1922–1923, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4b, Folder: "The Erasmus Spirit" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Complete run, from v. 1, no. 1 (May 4, 1915) through v. 2, no. 13 (Dec. 15, 1915)
• New series, v. 1, no. 1 (Oct. 30, 1922); v. 2, no. 1 (Nov. 7, 1922); v. 3, no. 1 (Nov. 6, 1923)

Erazzmatazz

"Erazzmatazz," published by the students of the Erasmus Hall Institute of the Performing Arts, circa 1974, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Music and Art School Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• one issue, n.d., but ca. 1974.

Exchequer

"The Exchequer," published by the school savings bank, 1935–1936, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (June 1935) [2 copies]
• Vol. 2, no. 1 (May 1936) [2 copies]

Facets

"Facets," magazine of the Social Studies Department, 1967, 1973, 1974, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Facets and "Village of Flatbush" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• 1967
• 1973
• "Village of Flatbush," a Facets publication issued in June 1974 [4 copies]

Fantasia

"Fantasia," newsletter of the Erasmus Hall Institute of Performing Arts, 1973, 1975, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Music and Art School Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 2 (Oct. 1973)
• Vol. 3, no. 1 (Dec. 1975)

Fireplace

[Material on the original fireplace installed in Erasmus Hall Academy], 1936, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Fireplace (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The original fireplace installed in Erasmus Hall Academy when it opened in 1787 remained in the old building until about 1906, when it was removed and installed in the principal's office in the new Flatbush Ave. wing of Erasmus Hall High School. The fireplace was returned to the old Academy building when it was restored and re-opened in 1952. Photograph of the fireplace in the Academy in late 19th century, and clipping from The Dutchman, Apr. 3, 1936.

Flatbush

"Village of Flatbush", 1973, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Facets and "Village of Flatbush" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A Facets publication issued in the spring of 1973, featuring history and photographs of Flatbush. 16 p. [4 copies]

Flatbush—Clubs

"Ye Historie of ye Ingleside, 1885–1900", [circa 1900], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Clubs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A history of the Ingleside Club of Flatbush, a literary society of female members.

Flatbush—Historic Homes

Clarkson Mansion, 1940, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Century-Old Clarkson Mansion, Flatbush Landmark, to be Razed," New York Times, _____, 1940.

Ditmas Homestead, 1935 September, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Old Ditmas Home Awaits City Plans. Historical Society to Map Project for Museum in Flatbush Dwelling," New York Times, Sept. (3?), 1935.

Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead, [1935–1943], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7, frame: Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The Ditmas or Van Nuys Homestead, Brooklyn, N.Y. Etching made by William Hicks. W.P.A. Federal Art Project, N.Y.C. 6 x 8", framed to 12 x 13 ½"

Lefferts Homestead, after 1919, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"The Lefferts Mansion." Undated article from unknown periodical (after 1919).

Martense-Story Homestead, 1937 May, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Martense-Story Homestead: "When Does A Woman Cease To Be Sensitive About Her Age?," from Flatbush: Magazine of Flatbush Chamber of Commerce, May 1937. Tells of "Aunt" Rachel Martense, who lived to be 104, and shows photo of the Martense-Story homestead which stood on Flatbush Ave., east side, near Linden Blvd.

Melrose Hall, 1924, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"The Romance of Melrose Hall," program of the play by Jane Dransfield which was presented in the Church House of the Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church, Dec. 4–5, 1924.

"The Romance of Melrose Hall," program of play by Jane Dransfield (copyright 1908), n.d. This performance may have been given by the Flatbush Boys' Club, whose officers are listed on the last page.

Melrose Hall, 1934 May, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Snyder, John J. "Melrose Hall, Flatbush's Haunted House," Flatbush: Magazine of Flatbush Chamber of Commerce, May 1934.

"Old Flatbush Homes are Disappearing Fast," Brooklyn Daily Eagle, 1911 December 24

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Historic Homes (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Flatbush—History

"Conditions and stipulations on which the proxies of the widow of the late David Provoost have the intention to sell in public auction to the highest bidder . . .", 1659 March 15

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Original 2-page Dutch document (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Conditions and stipulations on which the proxies of the widow of the late David Provoost have the intention to sell in public auction to the highest bidder . . . the here-after mentioned dwellings, yards, and lands situated in and under the jurisdiction of the village Midwout on the Long Island in the New Netherlands . . ."

Original, two-page document in Dutch, dated March 15, 1659. Accompanied by photostat copy, transliteration, and translation into English.

Note: The oldest document bearing the ancient name of Flatbush, "Midwout," is a certificate dated Jan. 15, 1658, signed by Domine Polhemus of the Reformed Dutch Church of Flatbush. Therefore, this 1659 document must be one of the earliest extant uses of "Midwout."

"Muster Roll of Detached Militia under the command of Capt. Jeremiah Lott in the 2d Battalion or 64th Regiment of N.Y.S. Infantry commanded by Major Frc. Titus . . . stationed near Fort Green", [1814], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A listing of the 79 men in the battalion, with rank, date of app't., names present, remarks and alterations since last muster (including one desertion and two AWOLs). All of the names on this 17 x 21 ½" document are of Flatbush families.

Strong, Thomas M. History of the Town of Flatbush . . . (New York: Thomas R. Mercein Jr.), 1842, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Strong. History of Flatbush, 1842 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Fisher, Edmund D. Flatbush Past and Present, 1901, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: "Flatbush Past and Present" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Envelope mentions 2 copies; only 1 present.

All Souls Universalist Church. The Church and the Home in the Realm of Light and Air. All Souls Church and Flatbush of To-Day, 1908, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: [Flatbush of To-Day, 1908] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The title is misleading; this is an excellent history of Flatbush from its beginning, but with emphasis on the development of Flatbush in the period 1890–1908.

[Flatbush tercentenary newspaper clippings and photographs], 1952, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush 300th Anniversary material (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "The 300th Birthday of Flatbush," Brooklyn Daily Eagle, May 25, 1952. Special section with dozens of photographs, articles.
• "Flatbush Joins In Celebrating 300th Anniversary this Week," Flatbush Times, v. 1, no. 10 (May 29, 1952).
• Photographs of the celebration at EHHS, May 28.

Midwout Magazine, v. 3, no. 5 (Fall and Winter), 1913–1914, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: John J. Snyder—historical writings on Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by John J. Snyder, of Snyder's of Flatbush. Contains interesting historical material and photos relating to Flatbush.

"Flatbush Short Stories", 1923–1926, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: John J. Snyder—historical writings on Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by John J. Snyder of "Snyder's of Flatbush." Complete set. Interesting historical material and photographs regarding Flatbush.

Flatbush—Maps

Map of the town of Flatbush, made Nov. 10, 1797 by Jeremiah Lott, 1902, inclusive

oversize: large, Folder: 3 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Reproduction certified as accurate by the State Engineer and Surveyor, 1902. 18 x 26". Gift of Herebert [sic] S. Wynkoop, 1912.

(Originally in Records Case, Drawer 7.)

[Land owned by Nicholas Cowenhoven, Garret Martense, and George Garret and Adrian Martense], circa 1800, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Survey, 7 ½ x 12 ½", showing three adjoining plots of land owned by Nicholas Cowenhoven, Garret Martense, and George Garret and Adrian Martense. There is no identification as to the location of the lots, so Flatbush is only a guess (the lots may have been in Brooklyn). n.d., but ca. 1800.

"A Map representing the main Road leading from Brooklyn ferry to the village of Jamaica, and also from the Church in the village of Flatbush to the junction of the said Road", 1807 January 20

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

By J(eremiah) L(ott). The road referred to is Flatbush Avenue. This is the original, handwritten survey.

"Map, Town of Flatbush and New Lots, Kings Co., protracted as per survey on 10th November 1797 of Jeremiah Lott . . . and also as per survey on the 6th of February 1852 by Teunis G. Bergen . . .", [1852], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Ryerson, G. V. S. Map of Town of Flatbush in 1873 (Brooklyn, New York), 1946, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, roll: Flatbush—Map (1873) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Compliments of the Flatbush Democratic Club." Includes miniature drawings of old Flatbush residences around the border, numbered to correspond to the map.

"Map and Profile of the Flatbush & Coney Island Park & Concourse R.R.", 1877, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This map shows that part of Flatbush Avenue which was in Flatbush, and indicates who owned each parcel of land.

Flatbush—Schools

"An agreement . . . between the Flatbush School District and the Flatlands District No. 2, regarding the boundary line", [1843 April 1] / 1870s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This is a copy of the original, in the hand of J. L. Zabriskie, probably done in the 1870s.

[Receipts], 1867–1873, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Receipts for Flatbush School #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Receipts for expenditures by Flatbush Public School No. 1 (corner Church and Bedford Avenues), 1867–1873. Many are receipts signed by teachers for salary; others are for supplies, furniture, maintenance.

"Account Book District No. 1, Flatbush, L.I. J. D. Randolph, Treasurer. 1869 and 1870", 1847–1879, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Public School—Accounts (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The title on the cover of the notebook containing these records is misleading: this is the account book of the Flatbush public school (known as the "District No. 1" school), Church and Bedford Avenues, from 1847 through 1879, and is a beautiful manuscript, in the writing of the various Treasurers, the earliest being J. V. Schoonmaker.

Census: School District No. 1, Flatbush, L. I., 1870 May, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Census of Flatbush School Children 1870 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A. Wiggins, Esqr. This notebook lists the 749 white and 23 black children in all schools in Flatbush Dist. No. 1. It gives name and age.

[Expenses], circa 1870s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Account of expenses of "East Broadway and Locust St. School." Known today as the intersection of Church and Bedford Avenues, this was the site of the public school of Flatbush. The building still there today (1972) was built in 1878 to replace the wooden structure which had occupied the site.
• Also, expenses of "Rogers Ave. Branch School" and "East N. Y. Ave. Branch School."

N.d., but ca. 1870s. J. L. Zabriskie's writing.

[Registers], circa 1870s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Register of parents, with number of children they have attending these three schools, n.d.—ca. 1870s:
• Private school of Miss Jennie McAllis (20 students)
• Private school of Miss Bainbridge (15 students)
• Roman Catholic school (80 students)

Account book of Flatbush District No. 1 School, 1878–1891, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Public School—Accounts (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Kept by John L. Zabriskie, with entries dating from 1878 to 1891. These entries occupy only a small portion of the notebook in which they are found; the rest of the pages are blank.

Correspondence of Local School Board #38, Brooklyn, New York, 1902–1908, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-12, Folder: Local School Board #38 . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This large folder contains reports handed in by the various schools in the district, petitions for new schools, lists of absent teachers, etc. In 1903, this school board was located in "Erasmus Hall High School, Cottage #4, 34 Locust St." This was on the present site of the Bedford Ave. wing.

There is some correspondence regarding Erasmus Hall High School (petitions for new building), the old P.S. 90, corner of Church and Bedford Avenues, and the new P.S. 139, at "Avenue C and 15th Street" (Cortelyou Rd. and Rugby Road).

There is also a letter of introduction for Willis Boughton, English teacher at Erasmus Hall, who was an applicant for position of assistant in English at the College of the City of New York (1903).

Glenwood Road School, 1908 June 12

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Public Schools (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The Glenwood Road School: Public School No. 152, Glenwood Road and East 23rd Street, Brooklyn, New York. Dedication and Presentation Exercises Under the Auspices of the South Midwood Residents' Association, Friday, June the Twelfth, 1908. Printed program with photograph of the school.

Snyder, John J. "The Flatbush Village School," (reprinted from) Flatbush Magazine, 1938 September, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: John J. Snyder—historical writings on Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Gives a history of the Flatbush public school from 1659 to date. Includes a full history of the school which stood on the corner of Church and Bedford Aves.

[Letters to Principal John F. McNeill], 1957, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Public Schools (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Letters to Dr. John F. McNeill (EHHS principal) from Borough President John Cashmore and Board of Education Assistant Supt. David H. Moskowitz, regarding the building known as P.S. 90 originally the Flatbush public school, at Church and Bedford Avenues. The letters, dated 1957, relate to McNeill's efforts to procure the building as an annex.

Flatbush—Schools—Library

[Correspondence regarding transfer of District School No. 1 Library to Erasmus Hall], [1897], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: EHHS Library—Museum (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The library of the old public school of the town of Flatbush (known as School District No. 1, Town of Flatbush, Kings Co.) was, by vote of the trustees of the school district, transferred in 1897 to Erasmus Hall High School. Correspondence between Walter B. Gunnison, EHHS principal, and John Z. Lott, trustee of the school district, relating to the transfer.

"Catalogue of Library in Public School No. 1, Flatbush, L. I.", 1893 October, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Catalogue of Library in Public School No. 1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This library, which was housed in the public school on the corner of Church and Bedford Avenues, was later transfered to the museum room of the Erasmus Hall High School Library.

Flatbush—Streets

[Receipt for flagstone laid on Wyckoff Street], 1846 July 1

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Brooklyn 1 July 1846. Mrsesses. Sullivan & Cotter, to Peter Lynan to 284 feet 8 inches of flagging liad (sic-laid) in front of thare [sic] yard in Wyckoff Street . . . $25.62. Recd payment (signed) Peter Lynan."

Petition and correspondence relating to the closing of Ocean Avenue, 1878 January 22

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Petition and correspondence relating to the closing of Ocean Avenue at its intersection with Clarkson St. by the Rail Road Company, which was constructing a line from the City Line to Coney Island. Presented by Miss Louise G. Zabriskie.
• In addition to the petition, dated Jan. 22, 1878, and addressed to the Commissioners of Highways of Flatbush, are letters from various lawyers concerned.

Flatbush—Views

Collection of miscellaneous photographs of old Flatbush (and some Flatlands) homes [NOT PRESENT], undated, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Most are unidentified. n.d., but most are late 19th cent.

Recorded as being in Drawer 6.

"Sketch of Labon's Inn, Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, 1853, taken by A. L. Vanderbilt, City Surveyor", 1865, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Views (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

For Henry McClosky's Manual, 1865. Lithograph, uncolored, 9 x 11", poor condition.

Postcard album of views of Flatbush, circa 1900, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Postcard album of Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Consisting primarily of post cards issued by F. A. Lippold, Flatbush, N.Y.

Postcard album with post cards of the old homesteads and beautiful homes of Flatbush, circa 1905, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Postcard album of Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

These postcards are nearly all c. 1905, and most are from the high-quality series produced by F. A. Lippold of Flatbush. The album belonged to Charlotte S. Vanderbilt of 598 Flatbush Ave., Flatbush.

Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall plaques, 1972 December, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Plaques of Historic Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Set of five plaques issued by the Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall in December 1972. The following landmarks are shown: Reformed Dutch Church, Wyckoff-Bennett Homestead, Wyckoff-House, Flatbush Town Hall, and Lefferts Homestead.

Flatbush—Voters

"Register of Voters in the Election District in the Town of Flatbush, 1859", 1859, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Voters (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

7 ½ x 12" notebook with mss. list of the voters in Flatbush in 1859. Signed by the inspectors of election, J. V. Schoonmaker, John J. Vanderbilt, and Abraham Lott. (Probably a gift of Mr. F. J. H. Kracke; see card for Flatbush—Voters—1860)

"Register of Electors in the Election District in the Town of Flatbush, 1860", 1860, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush—Voters (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

7 ½ x 12" notebook with mss. list of the voters in Flatbush in 1860. Signed by the inspectors of election, J. V. Schoonmaker, John Lefferts, and John J. Vanderbilt. Note inserted inside front cover: "gift of Mr. F. J. H. Kracke."

Flatbush Highway Commission

Minutes and petition, 1872, 1873, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Minutes of meeting held April 8, 1872 at Schoonmaker Hall, in the hand of John L. Zabriskie, secretary.
• Petition to the Commissioners, dated May 21, 1872, from "residents and owners of real estate fronting on Grant street between Prospect street and Nostrand Ave. in the town of Flatbush," complaining that "after every rain and snow storm large ponds of water remain on said street for a long time thereafter, and that the stench arising from the same is very offensive and injurious . . ." (Note: Grant Street is now known as Snyder Avenue.) The petition is signed by twelve individuals.
• Minutes of meeting held April 7, 1873. "Resolved, that proposal to invite (bids) for painting the street lamps from the painters in the Town to be presented at the next meeting of the board." Written by J. L. Zabriskie.

Petition and correspondence, 1878, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush—Highways and Roads (maps) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Petition and correspondence relating to the closing of Ocean Avenue at its intersection with Clarkson Street by the Rail Road Co., which was constructing a line from the City Line to Coney Island. Presented by Miss Louise G. Zabriskie.

In addition to the petition (dated Jan. 22, 1878), which is addressed to the Commissioners of Highways of Flatbush, are letters from various parties concerned.

Flatbush of To-Day

All Souls Universalist Church. Flatbush of To-Day, 1908, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: [Flatbush of To-Day, 1908] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Excellent source for history of the old families and landmarks of Flatbush.

FLATBUSH: Published by the Flatbush Nostrand Chambers of Commerce, Inc.

Bicentennial Issue, 1976 June 19

Offsite-Box: RC-15, item: FLATBUSH: Published by the Flatbush Nostrand . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church

Miscellaneous clippings, programs, and brochures, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

[Stained glass windows], circa 1889, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Report by Dr. John L. Zabriskie, chairman of the committee appointed to ascertain the cost of stained glass windows for the church, and recommending the Tiffany Glass Company for the work. n.d., but probably 1889. Two-leaf manuscript in the writing of Dr. John L. Zabriskie.

Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church—Sabbath School

"The Melodeon," published for the benefit of the Infant Department of the Reformed Dutch Church Sabbath-School. Flatbush, L. I.," v. 1, no. 1., 1865 February 22

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Contains valuable account of the appearance of the houses along Flatbush Avenue, starting at the southern end of town, in 1865.

Flatbush Short Stories

"Flatbush Short Stories", 1923–1926, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Flatbush Short Stories (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by John J. Snyder of "Snyder's of Flatbush." Complete set. Interesting historical material and photographs regarding Flatbush.

Flatbush-Tompkins Congregational Church

"Apple Blossoms in a Churchyard Move Brooklyn Pastor to Poetry," New York Times, 1956 May 15

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Churches (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Flatlands Reformed Church

"Brooklyn Protestantism 300 Years Old Tomorrow," New York Herald Tribune, 1954 February 8

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Churches (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Deals with Flatlands Reformed Church (illustration).

Flying Dutchman

The Flying Dutchman. Published by the Senior Class of Erasmus Hall High School, Brooklyn, June, Nineteen Hundred and One, 1901, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Flying Dutchman (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

240 p.

Flying Dutchman II

The Flying Dutchman II. An Exposition of a New York City High School with Its Activities. Published by the Students of Erasmus Hall High School Under the Auspices of the Monday Club, Borough of Brooklyn, 1911 April, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Flying Dutchman II (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

308 p.

Flying Dutchman II [original artwork], circa 1911, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Correspondence regarding various EHHS publications | Original artwork for Flying Dutchman II (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Flying Dutchman III

The Flying Dutchman III. Published by the General Organization of Erasmus Hall High School, 1920 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Flying Dutchman III (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

196 p.

Forest Leaf

"The Forest Leaf," published for the benefit of the festival in aid of the soldiers' orphans; Flatbush, L. I., 1865 July 6

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: "The Forest Leaf" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two-page newspaper to muster support for this fundraising affair. Includes two legends of old Flatbush, "The Dominie's Ride" and "Legend of Pope's Lane." The latter was obviously the source for John J. Snyder's tale of Fiddler Joe in Tales of Old Flatbush (1945).

Glass negatives

"Old Glass negatives Mr. Silver", circa 1912–1931, undated, inclusive

Box: RC-19a, enclosure: 1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Litchfield mansion, Prospect Park
• "Unveiling of Plaque" [attached to base of Erasmus statue]
• No. 746 Date Nov/28 Photo by JM View of Old Building
• Dr. Low and Miss Latham looking at G.O. posters, 1928
• Office of principal J. Herbert Low, showing old fireplace
• Brass plaque on rear of Erasmus statue
• Brass plaque on front of statue of Erasmus on campus, 1931
• [unidentified] [Men working on trolley tracks]
• No. 188. Room 304
• No. 734 Date: Nov/28 Photo by JM view of quadrangle from balcony
• No. 742 Date: Nov/28 Photo by JM View of Quad
• Subway construction, Prospect Park, 192[9?]
• [Students on campus]
• No. 1153; Date 5/6/29; Activity: Gardening; Photo by Bert Sternfield; Place: Front Campus; Dr. King's gardeners (picked from the boys gym class) digging up the campus prior to planting for the spring [plus 2 other neg's. of work on campus]
• Home Ec. Class
• [Young children on steps] (lantern slide)
• [Erasmus pupils (?) behind Flatbush District School No. 1] (lantern slide)
• [Students in costume for pageant (1912?)]
• [Erasmus statue dedication? (1931?)]
• [Students in costume behind Erasmus Hall Academy building?]
• [Back Campus. Bedford Ave. Cottages used for Classrooms] (see print in enclosure 4)

"Glass Plate Negatives", 1901–1906, undated, inclusive

Box: RC-19a, enclosure: 2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "Girl's Basketball, 1906"
• "Girl's Basketball, Nov. 10, '03"
• "Miss Brown; Crespi; Iffla; Wilcox; Billings; Bradley; Hillman; Vacarrazza"
• "Original Basketball Team EHHS"
• "Boys' Glee Club, 1901"
• "Girls' Mandolin Club, 1906"
• [Girls on horseback]
• [Football Team]
• [Main hall, EHHS, showing oil portrait of Dr. Gunnison]
• [Girls' LaCrosse Team]
• [Girls' LaCrosse Team]
• [Excellent view of Church Ave. wing]
• [Boys swimming, probably Prospect Park Lake]
• [Picnic?]
• [Class of 1901]
• [Boy's Baseball Team]
• "Baseball Team, '06"
• [Baseball Team]
• [Girls' Basketball Team, 1904]
• [Greek club?]
• [Dr. Walter B. Gunnison at his desk]
• [Election Posters on EHHS Campus]
• [Girls on Horseback]
• [unidentified]
• "Girls' Mandolin Club, 1906"

Glass negatives, 1891–1918, undated, inclusive

Box: RC-19a, enclosure: 3 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• [Students, June '91]
• [Students]
• [Orchestra, c. 1901] (see print in enclosure 4)
• [Orchestra, c. 1901]
• [Orchestra, c. 1901]
• [Academy Building during election] (see print in enclosure 4)
• [Back campus Bedford Ave. Cottages used for classrooms] (see print in enclosure 4)
• [Faculty outing] (see print in enclosure 4)
• [Students]
• [Dr. Gunnison, Miss Turner, 1911] (see print in enclosure 4)
• [Dr. Gunnison, Miss Turner, students] (see print in enclosure 4)
• [Football team]
• [Girls' Basketball Team, 1901]
• [Girls' Basketball, 1918]
• [Girls' Tennis]
• [Boys' Baseball Team]
• [Boys' Basketball Team, 1907]

8 x 10 prints, circa 1901–1911, undated, inclusive

Box: RC-19a, enclosure: 4 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Faculty outing
• Back campus Bedford Ave. Cottages used for classrooms
• Dr. Gunnison, Miss Turner, 1911
• Dr. Gunnison, Miss Turner, Students
• [Students]
• [Orchestra]
• Academy Building during election
• Academy Building

Good Neighbor

"The Good Neighbor," published by the Pan-American Club of Erasmus Hall High School, vol. 2, edition 1, 1938 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Pan American Club Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Grade IV Magazine, Grade VI Magazine

"Grade IV Magazine," published by the Class of 1940. Vol. 1, no. 2, 1938 June, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Grade VI Magazine," published by the Class of 1940. Vol. 3, no. 1 [2 copies], 1939 Spring, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Gunn, Alexander

Gunn, Alexander. Memoirs of the Rev. John H. Livingston . . . (New York: William A. Mercein), 1829, 1856, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Gunn. Memoirs of Rev. John H. Livingston (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two editions (1829 and 1856).

Gunnison, Almon, D.D., LL.D.

[Publications regarding Dr. Almon Gunnison], 1914, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. Almon Gunnison (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two publications regarding Dr. Almon Gunnison, brother of Walter Balfour Gunnison of EHHS, and pastor of All Souls Universalist Church:
• The Laurentian. Canton, N.Y.: St. Lawrence University, v. 27, no. 8 (Nov. 1914). Dedicated to Dr. Almon Gunnison.
• Record and Tribute to Dr. Almon Gunnison, 1899–1914.

Gunnison, Walter Balfour (EHHS principal, 1896–1916)

Miscellaneous clippings, programs, etc., 1905–1919, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Walter Balfour Gunnison (folder 1) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Directions for the funeral of Dr. Gunnison held at All Souls Universalist Church, Dec. 21, 1916. The arrangements were made by EHHS, and the whole faculty and selected students attended.
• Mimeograph copies of songs apparently sung at a testimonial dinner for Dr. Gunnison. The words were to be sung to such popular tunes as "There is a Tavern in the Town," "Solomon Levi," etc.
• Obituary from New York Times, Dec. --, 1916.
• Program of Seventh Annual Dinner of EHHS Faculty, Feb. 25, 1905, at which time the portrait of Dr. Gunnison was unveiled (copy appears on cover of program).
• Program of Dedication of Memorial Window to Dr. Gunnison, May 2, 1919 [3 copies]
• Several copies of the portrait of Dr. Gunnison (which hung in hall near EHHS room 104), including 8 x 10" glossy, 5 ½ x 7" matte, and 2 ½ x 3 ½" half-tone cut from Chronicles.
• Three other half-tone photos of Dr. Gunnison removed from various publications
• Testimonial dinner to Dr. Gunnison, held at the Hanover Club, Brooklyn, Dec. 29, 1896.

Gunnison Family

[Publications about Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison and his children], 1910, 1917, 1924, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Walter Balfour Gunnison (folder 2) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Three limited edition publications about Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison and his children, including Walter Balfour Gunnison of EHHS. All three were published at Brooklyn, N.Y. by Herbert F. Gunnison.

• An Autobiography of Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison . . . Prepared for Private Circulation Among their Children and Grandchildren. Second edition, 1910. No. 48 of 200 copies, signed "H. F. Gunnison." (Purchased Jan. 1972 by EHHS Library for $7.50 to complete the set.)
• The Children of the Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison . . . Part Second of an Autobiography of the Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison. 1917. No. 194, presented to Dr. J. Herbert Low.
• The Children of the Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison . . . Part Second . . . (Copy 2) No. 235, presented to Mr. Fred'k Huntington.
• The Children of the Rev. Nathaniel Gunnison . . . Part Third . . . His Descendants in the World War. 1924. No. 60, presented to Dr. J. Herbert Low.

Hall, Mary E. (pioneer in school libraries)

[Correspondence, etc.], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Kingsbury, Mary A. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Some correspondence from Miss Hall to Mary A. Kingsbury, with other information relating to Miss Hall.

Hamilton, Alexander

[Legal opinion], 1797, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Hamilton-Burr legal opinions (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Legal opinion, dated July 12, 1797, regarding the estate of Cornelius Van Duyn. Signed "A. Hamilton."
• Contrary opinion, dated Sept. 28, 1797, held by "Col. Burr," in letter written by "R. Strong" to "Mr. John Terhune, Gravesend."

Harter, Eugene W. (EHHS teacher, 1896–1934), 1913–1939, inclusive

"Galatea, A Fantastic Play . . .", 1913, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: "Galatea" by Eugene W. Harter (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• "Galatea, A Fantastic Play in Three Acts with Musical Interruptions; Founded on W. S. Gilbert's 'Pygmalion and Galatea' and furnished with Music and Lyrics" by Eugene W. Harter, n.d.
• Clippings from Brooklyn Daily Eagle, June 5, 1913 and Oct. 1, 1913, about EHHS production of Galatea.

Obituary, 1934, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Eugene W. Harter (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Dedication of Eugene W. Harter Memorial . . .", 1939 May 31

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Eugene W. Harter (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Dedication of Eugene W. Harter Memorial. Erasmus Hall Auditorium, Wednesday Evening, May 31st, 1939." (5 copies of program)

The Harter Memorial is a mural depicting the wanderings of Odysseus, the Greek hero. It is located on the wall at the far end of the corridor where the EHHS offices (rooms 101–105) are located.

Hasbrouck, Jared (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1874–1879)

[Photograph of Hasbrouck with students], 1877, 1954, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Principals of Erasmus Hall Academy (Before 1896) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

5 x 7" photograph of Jared Hasbrouck on the steps of the Academy with the students, who are standing at attention with bayonets. Date, Nov. 1877. Gift of Milton B. Plotz, M.D., whose covering letter, dated Nov. 12, 1954, gives a history of the photo.

Holmes Medals

[Clippings listing winners], 1920s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, envelope: Notebooks listing winners of Turner Medals (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Pasted in the notebooks for the Turner Medals (q.v.) are clippings listing winners of the Holmes Medals (presented by "Miss Holmes") for some years in the 1920s.

Hudson-Fulton Celebration

"Hudson-Fulton celebration at Erasmus Hall" [printed program], 1909 September 29

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Hudson-Fulton celebration at Erasmus Hall, Wednesday, September 29th, 1909 . . . Printed program.

"Official Medal of the Hudson-Fulton Celebration Commission, issued through the New York State Education Department to the Colleges and Secondary Schools. 1909. Designed by Emil Fuchs.", 1909, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: Hudson-Fulton Celebration (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two bronze medals, 4" diameter, set into a 7 x 12" wood plaque.

Hughes, Charles Evans (U.S. Supreme Court Justice)

[Letter to Dr. Gunnison], 1912 June 29

Offsite-Box: RC-8b, Folder: Scrapbook of the 125th Anniv. of EHHS, 1912 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Typewritten letter signed "Charles E. Hughes" on U.S. Supreme Court stationery, but dated Camp Abenaki, Lake Placid, N.Y., June 29, 1912, declining the invitation of Dr. Gunnison, Principal of EHHS, to attend the 125th anniversary pageant. In Scrapbook of the 125th Anniversary of Erasmus Hall High School, mounted on p. 42.

Illuminated Manuscript

A leaf from the Book of Hours, France, 1325, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Illuminated Manuscripts (caution—GLASS) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Between glass in frame. Size of leaf, about 5 ½ x 7". Size of frame, about 9 ½ x 11 ½".

"In memory of Josephine Carlton, Erasmus Hall teacher, 1923–1953, from her colleagues of the English Dept." (Presented June 1956)

A leaf from the Book of Hours, France, 1420, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Illuminated Manuscripts (caution—GLASS) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Between glass in a frame. Size of leaf, about 4 ½ x 4 ½". Size of frame, about 8 ½ x 9".

"In memory of Martin E. Glynn, Erasmus Hall teacher, 1929–1951, from his colleagues of the English Dept." (Presented June 1956)

From a Latin manuscript of the 14th c., the work of Spanish Carthusian monks, containing the prayers of the mass, 1300s, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presented by Miss Marjorie Weirich.

Parchment page from a big book that contained the church service, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Size 14 x 20".

Presented by Miss Marjorie Weirich.

Ink Stands [NOT PRESENT]

Two stone ink stands, perhaps used in Erasmus Hall Academy, undated, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two stone ink stands, perhaps used in Erasmus Hall Academy.

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Israel, Saul (EHHS principal, 1965–1972)

"Installation of Mr. Saul Israel, Principal" [6 copies], 1965 October 27

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Saul Israel, principal, EHHS, 1965–1972 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Kellogg, Jonathan W. (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1823–1833)

"Erasmus Gets Portrait of Early Headmaster" [copy 1], Sunday News, 1955 November 13

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Principals of Erasmus Hall Academy (Before 1896) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Clipping regarding gift to Erasmus Hall High School of portrait of Kellogg, presented by his great-granddaughter, Charlotte H. Meade. Includes photo of Dr. John F. McNeill with portrait of Kellogg.

"Erasmus Gets Portrait of Early Headmaster" [copy 2], Sunday News, 1955 November 13

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. John F. McNeill (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Clipping regarding gift to Erasmus Hall High School of portrait of Kellogg, presented by his great-granddaughter, Charlotte H. Meade. Includes photo of Dr. John F. McNeill with portrait of Kellogg.

Kemfax

"Kemfax," published by the Physical Science Department of Erasmus Hall High School, vol. 1, no. 1, 1962 Spring, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Kingsbury, Mary A. (EHHS librarian, 1900–1931)

[Letters, photographs, clippings], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Kingsbury, Mary A. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Miss Kingsbury was the first professionally trained public school librarian in the United States. Letters written by Miss Kingsbury about her years at Erasmus Hall, letters written by Mary E. Hall (another pioneer in the movement for professional school librarians), and photographs, clippings, etc., about Miss Kingsbury.

Kopy Kat

"Kopy Kat," issued by class 6623 (during principalship of J. F. McNeill; Charlotte Crawford, adviser), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Folder : EHHS—Misc. Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (March 8, ----)
• Vol. 1, no. 2 (March 25, ----)

Includes amusing "Words That Made Some Teachers Famous," e.g., Miss Mastin: "The more I see of some people, the more I like my dog."

Lantern

"The Lantern," issued by the Poetry Club of Erasmus Hall High School, 1934, 1936, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: "The Lantern" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 3 (Nov. 13, 1934) [2 copies]
• Vol. 1, no. 4 (Nov. 20, 1934) [2 copies]
• Spring issue, 1936
• Autumn issue, n.d.

Lawrence, Thomas Gordon (EHHS Biology Department chairman)

"Erasmus Hall High School Biology Department Luncheon in Honor of Thomas Gordon Lawrence, Summer Magister Scientiae", 1967 June 10

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS Faculty Dinners #2 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Program and special "Regents" exam prepared for the event.

Lefferts family

Last will and testament of Lefferts Pieterse, progenitor of the Lefferts family in America, 1702 August 30

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Lefferts Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Dated Aug. 30, 1702, this two-page manuscript is signed by Pieterse and witnessed by three of his Flatbush contemporaries: Pieter Stryker, Andriese Janse, and Henry Filkin.

Last will and testament of Lefferts Pieterse, progenitor of the Lefferts family in America [photostats], [1702 August 30]

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, tube: Photostats of the unrecorded will of Leffert Pieterse (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Dated Aug. 30, 1702, this two-page manuscript is signed by Pieterse and witnessed by three of his Flatbush contemporaries: Pieter Stryker, Andriese Janse, and Henry Filkin.

Bergen, Teunis G. Genealogy of the Lefferts family . . . (Albany: Munsell), 1878, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Bergen. Lefferts Genealogy, 1878 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presentation copy from John Lefferts to Dr. John L. Zabriskie, Sept. 28, 1878.

Literary and Philosophical Association of Flatbush

Constitution and minutes of the Literary and Philosophical Association of Flatbush, 1836–1838, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Minutes of the Literary & Philosophical Association of Flatbush, 1836–1838 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

6 ½ x 8" notebook with marbled covers containing the constitution and minutes of the Literary and Philosophical Association of Flatbush. The minutes run from May 1836 to Feb. 1838.

This was an adult organization, and [at] each meeting a member would give a discourse on some assigned topic. Dr. John B. Zabriskie was an active member of this Literary Association, and mention of it appears in Historical Sketch of the Zabriskie Homestead by P. L. Schenck (1881), p. 55–56. Why these minutes cease in 1838 is a puzzle, since the Association was still active during the winter of 1841–1842, at which time Dr. Thomas M. Strong delivered the series of lectures that was later published as the first history of Flatbush (1842). These minutes were written by Dr. John B. Zabriskie (comparison made with letter on file in Zabriskie Papers, Box 2).

Livingston, John H. (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1787–1792)

De Witt, John. The path of the just as the shining light: a funeral discourse pronounced in the Reformed Dutch Church of New-Brunswick occasioned by the decease of the Rev. John H. Livingston, D.D.S.T.P. (New-Brunswick: William Meyer), 1825, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Rev. Dr. John H. Livingston (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

39 p.

[Letter and engraving], 1813 October 2

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Rev. Dr. John H. Livingston (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original one-page holograph letter to "Reverend Mr. Peter Lowe, Flat-Bush, Long Island, New York," written from "N. Brunswick, Oct. 2, 1813" by the Rev. John H. Livingston, D.D. Signed simply "J. H. Livingston."

His purpose in writing to Rev. Lowe, who at that time was Principal of the Academy, was to secure a teaching position for a friend's son. (If we may judge by the list of teachers in the Chronicles, young Isaac S. Brouwer did not receive an appointment.) This letter has added significance because Rev. Lowe endorsed this letter in his own hand: "Rev. Doct. Livingston, Oct. 2, 1813, P. L."

Accompanied by engraving of Dr. Livingston which was probably removed from a copy of Gunn's Memoirs of Dr. Livingston (of which EHHS Library has three copies).

According to notation on manila folder, this letter was a gift of Dr. Charles Lauriston Livingston Jr., May 12, 1952.

Diploma granted to Jacob Wyckoff, 1816 October, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, frame: Jacob Wyckoff diploma (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Diploma granted to Jacob Wyckoff, apparently from the New Brunswick (New Jersey) college. Dr. Livingston signed as president of the college. Dated October 1816. Vellum, framed, under glass, 12 x 12".

Gunn, Alexander. Memoirs of the Rev. John H. Livingston . . . (New York: William A. Mercein), 1829, 1856, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Folder: Gunn. Memoirs of Rev. John H. Livingston (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two editions (1829, 1856).

Livingston, John H. The psalms and hymns, with the catechism, confession of faith, and liturgy of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America (New Brunswick: Deare & Terhune), 1814, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Psalms and Hymns of the Reformed Dutch Church (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This copy owned by Dr. John B. Zabriskie (1805–1848) of Flatbush, with his signature on fly-leaf. Bookplate of his grandson, John B. Zabriskie.

Lloyd Family

Rowe, Elizabeth. Devout Exercises of the Heart . . . (New York: William Durrell), 1795, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Lloyd Family of Flatbush—Books (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Book that belonged to Abigail (Lefferts) Lloyd (1759–1847), daughter of Jacob Leffers and wife of Capt. Bateman Lloyd, of Flatbush. Inscribed on fly-leaf: "A. L. Lloyd to C. L. Duryea, Flatbush, 1842."

With a delicate paper cutting by Mrs. Lloyd affixed inside the front cover (see P. L. Schenck, The Zabriskie Homestead, 1881, for details of her artistry).

Holcroft, Thomas. Life of Baron Frederick Trenck (N.Y.: William Durrell), 1796, 1797, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Lloyd Family of Flatbush—Books (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Book that belonged to a member of the Lloyd family of Flatbush. Inscribed on fly-leaf: "Lydia Lloyd[']s Book, October 2nd 1797." With bookplate of John B. Zabriskie.

Lock [NOT PRESENT]

Old lock from the front door to Erasmus Hall Academy., undated, inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Long Island—History

[Two histories of Long Island], 1828, 1843, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Folder: Wood, Silas | Thompson (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Thompson, Benjamin F. History of Long Island . . . New York, 1843. 2 vols.
• Wood, Silas. Sketch of the first settlement of the several towns on Long Island . . . A new edition. Brooklyn: Spooner, 1828.

Long Island Star

Long Island Star, 1821 November 1–December 27, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-7, Folder: The Long Island Star (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Publ. by Alden Spooner, Fulton Street, Brooklyn. Issued weekly.

Page 4, col. 4 of each issue has advt. for Erasmus Hall Academy, with list of tuition charges ("Board in the family of the Principal [washing included] $50") and references.

The issue of Nov. 8 (p. 3, col. 5) has report of meeting of Kings Co. Agricultural Society, held at the Court-house in Flatbush, Jeremiah Lott, Sec'y.

Lott, Abraham

Meijers, L. Woordenschat Verdeelt in 1. Bastaardt-Woorden. 2. Konst-Woorden. 3. Verouderde Woorden (t'Amsteldam: Jeronimus Ratelband), 1745, 1762, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Book (1745) with bookplate of Abraham Lott (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Book that belonged to Abraham Lott of Flatbush, with the engraved bookplate of "Abraham Lott" showing the family coat of arms. Signed on title page, "Abrm Lott junr 1762." The bookplate may be that of the senior Abraham Lott (1684–1754).

Lott, Engelbert (d. 1779)

[Signature of Engelbert Lott], 1778, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The signature of Engelbert Lott, grandfather of Jeremiah Lott (q.v.) appears at the end of the inventory of the estate of John R. Cowenhoven (q.v.), 1778. Also present is the signature of Engelbert Lott Jr.

Lott, Jeremiah (1776–1861)

"Governor Clinton requests the Honor of Mr. Lott's Company at Dinner, on Thursday the 17th Janry. at 4 o'Clock", 1822 January 10

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Itinerary of a trip taken by Jeremiah Lott through New Jersey and Pennsylvania, undated, 1915, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Interesting for its detailed observations about the people and places visited on the journey. n.d.

This is a typewritten ms. only, accompanied by a cover letter from John J. Snyder dated 1915. Snyder made this transcription and states in his letter that the original is being returned, but it is not among the papers in the Erasmus Hall Archives.

[July Fourth oration], 1804, 1911, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original manuscript of the Fourth of July oration delivered in Flatbush in 1804, accompanied by printed copy of the address, prepared in 1911 by local historian John J. Snyder.

Lease, 1845–1855, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Lease dated Sept. 29, 1845, in which Lott leased to Thomas Sullivan, Builder, two lots on Wyckoff St. in the City of Brooklyn for five years, $20 per annum. Signed by Lott and Sullivan, with red wax seals.

Also, receipts from City of Brooklyn for payment of real estate taxes, 1845–55.

Minutes, Board of Supervisors of Kings County, 1831 May 23

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Minutes taken by Jeremiah Lott at a meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Kings Co., 23 May 1831. 3 p. The writing is not very easy to read, as it was obviously written in a hurry.

Indenture, 1777 December 27

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

22 x 25 ½" indenture on parchment, Dec. 27, 1777, made between "Cornelius Van Duyn of Kings County in the Province of New York Farmer" and "James Savage of the City of New York Gentleman," in which the former deeded for 356 pounds a tract in New Utrecht, in Kings Co., to the latter. Apparently the deed was not executed, for it was not signed by either party or the witnesses. It does, however, have the bold signature of Jeremiah Lott on the reverse.

The Heidelbergh Catechism, or Method of Instruction, in the Christian Religion, as the same is taught in the Reformed Churches and Schools of Holland. Translated for the Use of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church, of the City of New-York (New York: John Holt), 1764, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Book from his library, with his autograph on t.p. and p. 46.

Het Nieuwe Testament . . . (Amsterdam), 1696, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed inside rear cover, "Jeremeas Lott syn boek Anno 1788." With bookplate of Dr. John L. Zabriskie (1831–1895) of Flatbush.

Lott, John A. (d. 1878)

[Resolution on passing of Hon. John A. Lott], 1878 July 27

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Lott Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original, black bordered resolution passed by the Trustees of Erasmus Hall Academy July 27, 1878, to express sorrow at the passing of Hon. John A. Lott, LL.D. Signed with the autographs of John M. Ferris, Henry Lyles Jr., and Jacob V. B. Martense, Committee; and John J. Vanderbilt, Chairman: and Abraham I. Ditmas, Clerk Pro-tem.

Lott House

New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission, Designation Report, Hendrick I. Lott House (1940 East 36th Street, Brooklyn), 1989 October 3

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Hendrick I. Lott House (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Low, Dr. J. Herbert (EHHS principal, 1917–1934)

Letters, printed programs, photographs, etc., regarding Dr. Low, second principal of EHHS, [1917–1934], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. J. Herbert Low, principal, EHHS, 1917–1934 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Dr. J. Herbert Low's Musical Compositions, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Low, Dr. J. Herbert—Musical compositions (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Faculty Dinner to Dr. J. Herbert Low . . . In Honor of his Fifteen Years as Principal of Erasmus Hall High School" [copy 1], 1932 April 30

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. J. Herbert Low, principal, EHHS, 1917–1934 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

"Faculty Dinner to Dr. J. Herbert Low . . . In Honor of his Fifteen Years as Principal of Erasmus Hall High School" [copy 2], 1932 April 30, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: EHHS—Faculty Dinners (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Photograph, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: Dr. J. Herbert Low over-sized photograph (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Photograph in matte, about 11 x 14", showing Dr. Low sitting at roll-top desk in his later years a principal.

Certificate of Merit awarded to J. Herbert Low by the Board of Education, City of Brooklyn, for general excellence as a pupil, in School No. 35, 1878 January, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10b, frame: Certificate of Merit, J. Herbert Low (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Framed, under glass, about 14 ½ x 16 ½".

Mack, Eli T. (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1863–1874)

Holograph letter regarding elevation of the "standard of instruction in this institution", 1868 November 17

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Holograph letter tendering his resignation as headmaster, 1873 December 23

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

With cover letter, dated Dec. 23, 1873, signed by H(enry) S. Ditmas.

Malamud, Bernard (1914–1986)

Two letters, 1959, 1967, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Noted author, wrote The Fixer, 1966.
• Letter dated March 18, 1959, on stationery of Oregon State College, written and signed by Malamud to Miss Ellen Batchelor, 625 Ocean Ave., Brooklyn.
• Letter dated May 26, 1967, from Cambridge, Mass., typed and signed "Bern." (Also to Ellen Batchelor.) "It pleases me that you think highly of the book. Some women have told me they found it hard to take."

Martense family

Bill of sale to Garret Martense of Flatbush for "A Negro Wench named Peg", 1797 February 16

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Martense Family (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

7 x 12" document, dated 16 Feb. 1797, in which "we John Blake and James Groenendyke of the town of New Utrecht, County of Kings & state of New York, for and in consideration of the sum of Thirty pounds," sold to Garret Martense of Flatbush "A Negro Wench named Peg." Signed by the grantors, and by two witnesses: D. Cortelyou, Rutgert A. Van Brunt.

Mastin, Florence Ripley (poet, 1887?–Feb. 23, 1968)

Florence Ripley Mastin papers, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-27 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, holograph manuscripts, and published books produced by Miss Mastin, a well-known poet who also was a teacher at Erasmus Hall.

Mathematics Medals

Copies of tests given for Mathematics Medals, 1924–1942, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Awards (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

McNeill, John F. (EHHS principal, 1934–1965)

Personal files and correspondence (box 1 of 4), [1934–1965], inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-19 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Personal files and correspondence (box 2 of 4), [1934–1965], inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-20 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Personal files and correspondence (box 3 of 4), [1934–1965], inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-21 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Personal files and correspondence (box 4 of 4), [1934–1965], inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-22 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Newspaper clippings, memorabilia, etc., 1934–1970, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Dr. John F. McNeill, principal of EHHS, 1934–65 (2 folders) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• 1934 (Apr. 17) Invitation to attend the installation of Dr. John F. McNeill as Principal.
• 1934 (?) "To John F. McNeill: An Appreciation." Booklet autographed by the whole faculty of EHHS
• 1945 (Oct. 24) "We Welcome Our First Citizen Back." The Dutchman, v. 32, no. 2 [3 copies]
• 1954 (Sept. 14) "Dr McNeill's Air Career Ends." Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Sept. 14, 1954.
• 1959 (March 21) Testimonial Luncheon for Dr. John F. McNeill: invitation [3 copies], newspaper clipping, seating plan, song sheet, and his letter of thanks.
• 1964: Poem written by Florence Ripley Mastin for Dr. McNeill's retirement (used in the Erasmian).
• 1965 (May 22) Testimonial Luncheon in honor of Dr. John F. McNeill: invitation, program with seating plan, New York Times clipping.
• 1965 (May 31) "Dr. McNeill Receives Honors; Lauded at Special Luncheon." The Dutchman, v. 56, no. 9 [8 copies].
• 1970 (March) "Dr. John F. McNeill Dis at 75." The Dutchman, v. 71, no. 5 [3 copies].

Addenda:

• 1945 (May 17) Letter sent by Lt. Col. McNeill from Dalhart Air Field, thanking Miss Lila Grossman for sending copies of The Dutchman.
• Many photographs of Dr. McNeill are included.

Photograph, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9b, Folder: Dr. McNeill (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Photograph in matte, about 12 ½ x 16". This photograph was used in the Chronicles, v. 2 (1937).

McMahon, Aline (1899–1991) (movie actress and Erasmus alumna)

Autographed photograph inscribed to Erasmus Hall High School, 1935 March, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Meteorological Records

Meteorology of Flatbush, 1826–1842, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Volume: Meteorology of Flatbush [spine: blank] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Large folio volume with manuscript weather observations recorded each day pursuant to instructions from the Regents of the State of New York.

Meteorological observations taken at Erasmus Hall Academy, 1826–1857, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Volume: Meteorological observations taken at Erasmus Hall [spine: "Meteorological Register, Vol. 2"] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Large folio volume with manuscript weather observations recorded each day pursuant to instructions from the Regents of the State of New York.

Franklin B. Hough, compiler. Results of a Series of Meteorological Observations, Made in Obedience to Instructions from the Regents of the University, at Sundry Academies in the State of New-York, From 1826 to 1850 Inclusive (Albany, N.Y.: Weed, Parsons and Company), 1855, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Volume: Spine: New-York Meteorology (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Meteorological observations taken at Erasmus Hall Academy, 1852–1869, 1940, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Folder: Meteorological Reports Made at Erasmus Hall Academy (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Approximately 35 reports, in manuscript, each covering a one-month period, dated between 1852–1869. These are apparently rough drafts of the records later copied into the 2 folio volumes of reports, except that these volumes cease with 1857.

Also, correspondence with U.S. Weather Service, 1940.

Midwout Magazine

The Midwout Magazine, v. 3, no. 5 (Fall and Winter), 1913–1914, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: John J. Snyder—historical writings on Flatbush (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by John J. Snyder, of Snyder's of Flatbush. Contains interesting historical material and photos relating to Flatbush.

Monroe, James (President of the U.S.)—Autograph

Certificate of passage for "the Ship Carrier of New York," issued by the President of the United States of America, 1818 June 22

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Ship's Papers (James Monroe, J. Q. Adams) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Signed by James Monroe, President, and John Quincy Adams, Secretary of State.

Morrow, Honore Willsie (1880–1940)

Letter to Miss Marjorie Weirich, 1928 November 28

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

American historical novelist, author of The Last Full Measure, 1930.
Holograph letter to Miss Marjorie Weirich, dated "36 Gramercy Park, New York, Nov. 28, 1928," thanking her for letter and informing her that publisher will send "a copy of the picture."

Music Books

[Vanderveer and Remsen music books], circa 1775–1800, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Music books, late 18th c. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Music book, lacking title page and pp. 1–9, late 18th c., inscribed inside rear cover: "Jane Vanderveer, Ann Vanderveers Book."
• Read, Daniel. The Columbian harmonist, no. 2, containing . . . introduction to psalmody . . . choice collection of sacred music . . . New Haven: n.d. Inscribed on fly-leaf: "Miss Phoebe Remsen November the 14 1800."

Nassau County, New York

Paumanacke, A Pageant of Nassau County, Old and New. In Commemoration of the Tercentenary of Nassau County. Jones Beach Stadium, Zachs Bay, Jones Beach State Park [2 copies], 1936 June 19

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Pageant—Nassau Co. Tercentennial (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

National High School Photographic Awards

11th Annual National High School Photographic Awards, 1956, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: EHHS—Awards—misc. (folder 2) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Stephen Garfield of EHHS won honorable mention. A copy of the list of winners and Garfield's photo.

Neefus Family

Waerachtighe Beschry – Vinghe . . . (Delft, Holland), 1584, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Dutch book dated 1584 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed inside front cover: "Holland Dutch Book 309 years old, Printed and sold at Delft, Date 1584. Loaned by Peter I. Neefus, Flatbush, Kings Co., Long Island. Exhibited by Miss L. G. Zabriskie of same place."

New Utrecht

"View of the House in New Utrecht, L.I. in which Gen. Nathaniel Woodhull died of his wounds in 1776. This house, built in 1657 by Nicasius de Sille, stood on the spot now occupied by the dwelling of Barnet Wyckoff", 1866, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Brooklyn, N.Y.—General Views (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Made for Henry McClosky's Manual for 1866. colored lithograph, 8 ½ x 12".

New Utrecht Reformed Church

Newspaper clipping detailing history of this church, located at 18th Avenue between 83rd and 84th Streets, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Churches (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

New-York American

New-York American, v. 23, no. 4992, 1841 November 4

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Advertisements (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Includes an advertisement at top of col. 3, p. 1, for Erasmus Hall Academy. This paper was predecessor of the Journal-American. It has fascinating advertisements for railroads, auctions, etc.

New York State—Map

"A Chorographical Map of the Province of New York in North America . . . by order of His Excellency Major General William Tryon . . ." (London: William Fadden, engraver), 1779/1849, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: 1779 Map of New York State (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This is an 1849 reprint of the original [1779], made at Albany by Richard H. Pease. Probably removed from "Documents Relating to the Colonial History of the State of New York" or similar work.

Nucleus

"The Nucleus," published by the Science Department of Erasmus Hall High School, 1948–1954, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1 (June 1948) [2 copies]
• Vol. 3 (June 1949)
• Vol. 4 (Spring 1950)
• Vol. 5 (June 1952) [2 copies]
• Vol. 7 (Spring 1954) [2 copies]

O'Donoghue Medals

List of winners of O'Donoghue Medals, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Awards (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

(Note: the Medals are [were; circa 1972] on display in old trophy case [at EHHS].)

Orbis Latinus

"Orbis Latinus," published by the Latin students of Erasmus Hall High School, 1955–1957, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Latin publications (Vox Classica, Orbis Latinus) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (Fall 1955)
• Vol. 1, no. 2 (Spring 1956) [2 copies]
• Vol. 2, no. 1 (Fall 1956)
• Vol. 2, no. 2 (Spring 1957)
• Vol. 3, no. 1 (Fall 1957)

Oxman, Mrs. Harriet (EHHS principal, 1972–1982)

Miscellaneous material, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Mrs. Harriet Oxman, principal, EHHS, 1972– (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Pan-American News

"The Pan-American News," published by the Pan-American Club of Erasmus Hall High School, 1936, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Pan American Club Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 4 (December 1936) [3 copies]

Papyrus

"Papyrus, the publication of the XYZ Club", 1931–1955, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4b, Volume: Papyrus: The First Twenty-Five Years (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Bound volume containing 1931–1955 complete, given by Mr. and Mrs. M. Gershon in memory of Ruth Levinson Berkowsky.

"Papyrus, the publication of the XYZ Club", 1931–1960, 1969, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4b, Folder: Papyrus (copy 1) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Pensamientos

"Pensamientos," published by the Spanish Department of Erasmus Hall High School, 1944, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Spanish Dep't. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (June 1944)

Pinnacle

"The Pinnacle," published by the class of June 1942, 1940, 1941, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Fourth Term issue, Spring 1940
• Grade Seven issue, Dec. 1941

Postillion

"Der Postillion," published by the German Department of Erasmus Hall High School, 1930–1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Der Postillion (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 3 (April 1930) [14 copies]
• Vol. 1, no. 7 (March 1931)
• Vol. 3, no. 9 (June 1932)
• Vol. 5, no. 13 (June 1935)
• Vol. 6, no. 14 (June 1936) [4 copies]
• Vol. 8, no. 1 (Jan. 1937)
• Vol. 8, no. 2 (Dec. 1937)

Prensita

"La Prensita," published by the Spanish Department of Erasmus Hall High School, 1936, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Spanish Dep't. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (June 1936) [2 copies]
• Vol. 1, no. 2 (Dec. 1936) [3 copies]

Printing—History of

Printing—History of, 1300s–1913, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: History of Printing (leaves from original ms. & printed books) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Gift of Erasmus Hall teacher Miss Marjorie Weirich, consisting of a one-page history of printing and actual leaves from early books:

1. 14 x 20" parchment page from book which contained the church service (Records Case, Drawer 7, Manuscript folder).
2. Illuminated ms. of 14th c. by Carthusian monks.
3. Leaf from book publ. in 1498 by Wynken de Worde on press of William Caxton.
4. Leaf from The Book of Common Prayer, printed 1762 by John Baskerville, printer to Univ. of Cambridge.
5. Specimen of finest paper ever made in America, water mark of Dard Hunter, 1913.
6. Two leaves from book printed in red and black ink in 20th c. by Kelmscott Press, England.
Also included are three postcards showing early printing, and Miss Weirich's paper, "Pardon My Papyrus."

Unless otherwise indicated, the above are in Records Case, Drawer 1, folder marked "History of Printing by Miss M. Weirich"

Prospect Park

[Composition by Alexander C. Snyder], 1868 January 17

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: "Skating in Prospect Park" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Composition written Jan. 17, 1868 by Alexander C. Snyder, a pupil in the Academy, who later became vice president of the Broadway Trust Co. The composition deals with skating in Prospect Park.

Simon, Donald E. Historic Prospect Park, Brooklyn, New York, 1974, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Prospect Park (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Public Instruction

[Laws and circular], 1864, 1867, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Public Instruction, 1864, 1867 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Laws of 1864: An Act to Revise and Consolidate the General Acts Relating to Public Instruction. Albany: Weed, Parsons & Co., Printers, 1864. 32 pg.
• Circular to School District Trustees. 1867. 23 pg. "By Chapter 406 of the Laws of 1867, all rate bills are abolished, and all the Public Schools in the State made FREE from and after October 1st, 1867."

Randall, Nancy (Hammond) (?–1816)

Silhouette, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: Original framed silhouette of Nancy, wife of John Randall . . . (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Original framed silhouette of Nancy (Hammond) Randall, wife of John Randall of Randell's [sic] Island, New York City. Image size, 3 ¼ x 4 ¼". Frame size, 6 ¼ x 7 ¼". The paper silhouette is backed by black cloth. Wooden frame painted gold.

Reaction

"Reaction," a Physical Science Journal published by the Physical Science Department, Erasmus Hall High School, 1968, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 5, no. 1 (Spring 1968) [2 copies]

Reading Boards

Three reading boards believed to have been used by Erasmus Hall scholars early in the 19th century, circa 1800–1850, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-15, enclosure: "Reading Boards" used by Erasmus Hall scholars (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Reformed Dutch Church

Het Nieuwe Testament . . . (Amsterdam), 1696, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: New Testament, Amsterdam, 1696 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed inside rear cover "Jeremeas Lott syn boek Anno 1788." With bookplate of Dr. John L. Zabriskie (1831–1895) of Flatbush.

The Heidelbergh catechism, or method of instruction, in the Christian religion . . ., 1764, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Jeremiah Lott's copy of the first English translation of the Heidelbergh (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The Heidelbergh catechism, or method of instruction, in the Christian religion, as the same is taught in the Reformed churches and schools of Holland. Translated for the use of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church, of the City of New-York (New York: John Holt, 1764). Jeremiah Lott's copy, with his autograph.

Livingston, John H. The psalms and hymns, with the catechism, confession of faith, and liturgy of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America (New Brunswick: Deare & Terhune), 1814, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Psalms and Hymns of the Reformed Dutch Church (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This copy owned by Dr. John B. Zabriskie (1805–1848) of Flatbush, with his signature on fly-leaf. Bookplate of his grandson, John B. Zabriskie.

Regents of the University of the State of New York

[Letter and reply], 1866, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Letter from S. B. Woolworth, Dec. 14, 1866, regarding failure of Academy to submit Annual Report.
• Draft of reply by J. L. Zabriskie, Secretary, dated Dec. 17, 1866.

[Letters and instructions], 1875, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Regents of the University of the State of New York, 1875 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Instructions for administering the very first Regents examinations, dated Feb. 1, 1875. 6 pg.
• Accompanied by an eight page letter to the Board of Regents, detailing the administration of the exams at Erasmus Hall Academy, the scores of each pupil, and adding some sharp criticism. Dated Flatbush, March 22, 1875, the letter is autographed by John M. Ferris, Abraham Lott, and John L. Zabriskie.
• Also, covering letter from John M. Ferris to Dr. John L. Zabriskie, June 9, 1875.

Remsen Family

Read, Daniel. The Columbian harmonist, no. 2, containing . . . introduction to psalmody . . . choice collection of sacred music . . . (New Haven: n.d.), 1800 November 14

Offsite-Box: RC-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed on fly-leaf: "Miss Phoebe Remsen November the 14 1800."

Retort

"The Retort," published by the Honorary Chemistry Club of Erasmus Hall High School, 1937–1938, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 2 (May 14, 1937)
• Vol. 2, no. 2 (May 11, 1938) [2 copies]

Roberts, Kenneth (1885–1957)

Letter to John P. Campana, 1954 August 3

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

American historical novelist. Typed, signed letter, dated Aug. 3, 1954, with letterhead "Kenneth Roberts, Kennebunkport, Maine," to Mr. John P. Campana, in which he speaks of "Chronus complex" and Lizzie Bourne.

Science Gazette

"Science Gazette," magazine of the science clubs of Erasmus Hall High School, 1945–1946, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Science Publications including Biota (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (Jan. 1945)
• Vol. 1, no. 2 (Fall 1946)

Sewel, W.

Sewel, W. A large dictionary English and Dutch (Amsterdam), 1708, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Volume: Spine: Woordenboek (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed "Cornelius Van Der Veer His Book Anno Dom. 1796."

Ship's Papers

Certificate of passage for "the Ship Carrier of New York," issued by the President of the United States of America, 1818 June 22

Offsite-Box: RC-6b, Folder: Ship's Papers (James Monroe, J. Q. Adams) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Signed by James Monroe, President, and John Quincy Adams, Secretary of State.

Snyder, Alexander C.

[Composition by Alexander C. Snyder], 1868 January 17

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: "Skating in Prospect Park" (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Composition written Jan. 17, 1868 by Alexander C. Snyder, a pupil in the Academy, who later became vice president of the Broadway Trust Co. The composition deals with skating in Prospect Park.

Spirit of Erasmus

"Spirit of Erasmus." Address given by Gregory Weinstein at dedication of final wing, 1940 November 19

Offsite-Box: RC-10b, frame: Spirit of Erasmus (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

12 x 18". 13 copies. One framed.

Spirit of Flatbush

Spirit of Flatbush, v. 1, no. 1 (Dec. 1971) – v. 3, no. 1 (1976), 1971–1976, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Complete run. No more published. Issued by Committee to Preserve Flatbush Town Hall, and the Town of Flatbush Civil and Cultural Association, Inc. (TOFCCA).

Sports Review

Sports Review [a student newspaper], 1936, 1938, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: EHHS—Athletics—Publications, etc. folder #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Of the same format as the Dutchman, but with strictly sports-oriented news.
• v. 1, no. 1 (June 10, 1936)
• v. 3, no. 1 (June 3, 1938)

Strong, Robert Grier (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1879–1892)

[Letters and report], 1874, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Holograph letter by Strong, dated March 18, 1874, in which he sets fort conditions under which he will accept.
• Report of committee appointed to find new principal for Academy, choosing Strong. Dated March 25, 1874.
• Holograph letter by Strong, dated Apr. 20, 1874, accepting appointment as principal.

[Letter submitting Annual Report for 1887–88], 1888 April 10

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holograph letter signed by Strong, dated Apr. 10, 1888, submitting Annual Report for 1887–88 to Trustees of Academy. 6 pg. letter, 2 pg. report.

[Letter submitting Annual Report for 1888–89], 1889 February 8

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holograph letter, written and signed by Strong, dated Feb. 8, 1889, submitting Annual Report for 1888–89 to Trustees of Academy. 7 pg. letter.

[Letter regarding a list of the Academy's scholars since its founding], 1889 February 9

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holograph letter, signed, dated Feb. 9, 1889, with reference to compiling a list of all of the Academy's students since its founding. "I have succeeded in securing six hundred and thirty-eight names (638) between the years of 1815–1846."

Strong, Thomas M.

[Photograph of portrait], undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Rev. Thomas M. Strong (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Small, mounted photograph of a portrait of Rev. Thomas M. Strong owned by Mrs. Strong.

History of the town of Flatbush (New York: Thomas R. Mercein Jr.), 1842, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Strong. History of Flatbush, 1842 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Suydam, Ella (1897–1989) (EHHS librarian, 1919–195-)

[Letter from Mary A. Kingsbury recommending Suydam], 1922 May 17

Offsite-Box: RC-5a, Folder: Kingsbury, Mary A. Librarian (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Letter written by Mary A. Kingsbury, first librarian of EHHS, to the Superintendent of the Board of Education, recommending awarding of a license to Miss Ella Suydam, who had been a substitute in the library for three years.

[Erasmus Hall scrapbooks], 1934, circa 1940, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-5b, Folder: Erasmus Hall Library—Scrapbooks (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two 14 x 17" scrapbooks with text and illustrations, giving a history of the library of the Academy and the High School, compiled by librarian Ella Suydam:
• Erasmus Hall Library, 1787– . [Brooklyn, N.Y.], 1934.
• Erasmus Hall Library, 1787– . [Brooklyn, N.Y.], c. 1940.

Tennyson, Alfred, Lord (1809–1892)

Letter [facsimile], 1885, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

English poet, laureate of England. Letter written in 1885 to the parents of Mrs. Lillian B. Croxson, 1911 Albermarle Rd. Presented to the Library Apr. 27, 1953. Note: The letter appears to be a reproduction of the original.

Theatre and Concert Programs

Scrapbook containing theatre and concert programs collected by Dr. J. Herbert Low, principal of Erasmus Hall High School, 1891–1893, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: N.Y.C. Theatre & Concert Programs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Thompson, Benjamin F.

History of Long Island (2 vols.), 1843, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Folder: Wood, Silas | Thompson (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Tiles, Dutch

Dutch tile with picture of bird and decorative border [NOT PRESENT], [1700–1750], inclusive

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Dutch tile, about 4 ½ x 4 ½", with picture of bird and decorative border. n.d., but probably 18th century, first half.

Recorded as being in Drawer 10.

Ten Dutch tiles depicting Biblical scenes, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10c, frame: Wooden frame holding 10 tiles (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Ten original Dutch tiles, each about 5 x 5", depicting Biblical scenes; framed.

There is some question as to the provenance of these tiles. According to an article appearing in the school newspaper, The Dutchman, Apr. 3, 1936 (filed in folder marked "Fireplace," Records Case, Drawer 6), these tiles originally graced the fireplace of Erasmus Hall Academy, installed in 1787. However, there is good reason to believe that these tiles actually came from the fireplace in the old Zabriskie homestead which stood for almost 200 years on the northwest corner of Flatbush and Church Avenues, Brooklyn, until its demolition in 1877. The wooden frame is stamped in the lower right corner: "J.L.Z. 12.VI.1896." This is undoubtedly Reverend Jeremiah Lott Zabriskie (b. 1835) of Flatbush, who, according to Flatbush of To-Day (issued by All Souls Universalist Church, 1908, p. 141), owned the original tiles from the Zabriskie homestead, which were described as depicting events in Biblical history. He had apparently imbedded some of the tiles in the fireplace of his own home in 1886, where they remained in 1908; but these tiles framed in 1896 were undoubtedly also from the Zabriskie homestead.

Further corroboration for this belief is found in the fact that many Zabriskie family heirlooms were donated to Erasmus Hall High School by Miss Louise Garvin Zabriskie. Among these are two wooden canisters made from beams in the old Zabriskie homestead, one of which bears the stamped inscription "J.L.Z. 1902." So it appears that Rev. Zabriskie was engaged in producing "souvenirs" of the old homestead for display, and embellishing them with his initials.

Trowel [NOT PRESENT]

Trowel used in laying cornerstone of Erasmus Hall High School [NOT PRESENT], [1905 January 17]

Box: [unknown] (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Recorded as being in Drawer 15.

Truant Home

Report of Truant Home for the year ending Dec. 31, 1875, rendered by John L. Zabriskie, M.D., physician for the Home, 1875, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

The report, in Zabriskie's hand and signed by him, is on the stationery of the "Kings County Penitentiary." Dr. Zabriskie notes that only one child died, and the death "took place after the child was removed to the Kings Co. Hospital."

Turner, Kate E. (EHHS assistant principal, 1898–1917)

[Program and clipping], 1917, 1937, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Kate E. Turner, asst. principal (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Program for farewell held for Miss Turner on Nov. 17, 1917. [2 copies]
• Clipping about her retirement as principal of Bay Ridge High School, 1937.

Framed, autographed photo, undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-9a, Folder: Kate Turner framed, autographed photo (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Turner Medals

[Notebooks containing winners], 1921–1927, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Notebooks listing winners of Turner Medals (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Notebook containing winners from January 1921 to January 1925. Also includes two pasted-in clippings listing winners of Holmes Medals.
• Notebook containing winners from June 1925 to June 1927.

Twenty-One Seconds

"Twenty-One Seconds," published by the class of June 1942, 1939, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: EHHS—Misc. Publications (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Grade Two issue, May 1939 [2 copies]

U.S.S. Constitution

[Material from the hull of the U.S. Frigate Constitution], [1794 / 1927], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-10a, Folder: Original material from the hull of the U.S. Frigate Constitution (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"This material was taken from the original hull of the U.S. Frigate Constitution. Keel laid 1794. Rebuilding 1927."

Two blocks of wood with the above inscribed on attached bronze plaques. The larger of the blocks also has a commemorative medal attached.

Van Brunt Family

Expenditures and receipts in the estate of Rutgert A. Van Brunt, as administered by John C. Vanderveer, 1818–1824, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Location: 2 pages at the rear of the 8 x 13" notebook filed with the Cowenhoven family papers.

(For signature of Rutgert A. Van Brunt, see Martense Family.)

Vanderbilt, John

A receipt to Mr. John Vanderbilt . . ., 1830, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Erasmus Hall Academy—Receipt for tuition of son of Judge John Vanderbilt, 1830 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

A receipt to Mr. John Vanderbilt for the tuition and supplies for his son John in Erasmus Hall Academy, dated 1830 and signed by principal J. W. Kellogg. (This item was on display in the Museum Room of the EHHS Library for many years until 1973, which accounts for the serious fading.) John Vanderbilt Sr. was a prominent Flatbush resident and judge, d. 1877.

Vanderveer, Cornelius

Sewel, W. A large dictionary English and Dutch (Amsterdam), 1708, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Volume: Spine: Woordenboek (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed "Cornelius Van Der Veer His Book Anno Dom. 1796."

Vanderveer Family

[Receipt for farming], 1704 March 29

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Vanderveer Family Documents, 1704, 1732 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

"Rec'd. this 29th March 1704 of Mr. John Cornelis Leu ye Sum of Three pounds for my Comishions farming ye ferry on Nassau Island & New York . . . (signed) Robt. Lurting V.D.Mr." Preserved between glass, 3 ½ x 8". Gift of W. R. Vanderveer, 3312 Glenwood Road.

[Doctor and funeral expenses of John Corneliusse Van Der Veer], [1732?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Vanderveer Family Documents, 1704, 1732 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

An account of money paid out by the children of John Corneliusse Van Der Veer, who died Nov. 23, 1732, for doctoring and funeral expenses. On the reverse, a signed receipt from Pieter Strycker for the church plot for the burial of Mr. Van Der Veer. Preserved between glass, 4 ½ x 8". Gift of W. R. Vanderveer, 3312 Glenwood Rd., Flatbush.

[Monies received for clothing and funeral of Adam, a slave], 1779, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Vanderveer Family Document regarding funeral expenses of Adam, a slave, 1779 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Account of amounts received from several Flatbush residents for "Cloathes and funeral" for Adam, who was the slave and personal attendant of Capt. Vanderveer. On reverse side, "A account of addam for the year 1779." This 6 ½ x 8 ½" document, preserved between glass, was a gift of W. R. Vanderveer, 3312 Glenwood Road.

Music book, [circa 1750–1800], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Music books, late 18th c. (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Music book, lacking title page and pp. 1–9, late 18th c., inscribed inside rear cover: "Jane Vanderveer, Ann Vanderveers Book."

Vanderveer Family—Windmill

"Expenditures of the Wind-Mill", 1803–1804, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-6a, Folder: Cowenhoven Family #1 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This is the original expense account for the building of the famous windmill on the Vanderveer farm in Flatbush. According to Henry R. Stiles . . . History of Kings Co. (1884, v. 1, p. 227), "This is said to have been the first windmill erected on Long Island." It served as a refuge for the blacks in Flatbush during the 1863 draft riots, and burned in 1879.

The two-page expense account appears in the center of the 8 x 13" notebook in the Cowenhoven family folder.

Van Kleek, (Rev.) Richard D. (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1843–1860)

The Christian Intelligencer, v. 14, no. 3, 1843 August 5

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Principals of Erasmus Hall Academy (before 1896) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Page 3 of this newspaper [published in New York by the Association of Members of the Protestant Reformed Dutch Church] contains an article announcing the appointment of Rev. Van Kleek as principal, and congratulating the Trustees for their fine choice.

Gift of Natalie Wynkoop, 1574 50th St., May 23, ----.

[Letter of thanks], 1847 September 20

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Principals of Erasmus Hall Academy (before 1896) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Holograph letter, dated "Erasmus Hall Sept. 20, 1847" and signed "R. D. Van Kleek," thanking five of the Trustees for a gift. The letter sounds almost like a farewell, but Rev. Van Kleek continued to serve as principal until 1860.

Van Loon, Hendrik Willem (1882–1944)

[Two illustrated letters], 1924 May 22 & 26, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Dutch-born author and journalist. Two handwritten, hand-illustrated letters on a distinctive letterhead, dated May 22 and May 26, 1924, respectively. One is signed in full; the other is signed "Willem."

Vox Classica

"Vox Classica," published by the Classical Department of Erasmus Hall High School, 1935–1947, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-4a, Folder: Latin publications (Vox Classica, Orbis Latinus) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Vol. 1, no. 1 (May 1935)
• Vol. 1, no. 2 (Dec. 1935)
• Vol. 1, no. 3 (Apr. 1936) [2 copies]
• Vol. 1, no. 4 (May 1937)
• Vol. 1, no. 5 (Apr. 1938) [2 copies]
• Vol. 2, no. 1 (Apr. 1939) [4 copies]
• Vol. 2, no. 2 (Apr. 1940)
• Vol. 2, no. 3 (May 1941) [2 copies]
• Vol. 7, no. 1 (May 1944)
• Vol. A, no. 1 (Fall 1947) [2 copies]

Wells, Cornelius L. (Flatbush Reformed Dutch Church Minister)—Autographs

[Letter regarding Jared Hasbrouck], [1874], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Academy Trustees' Correspondence (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Letter, in pencil, regarding appointment of Jared Hasbrouck as principal of the Academy. Signed "C. L. Wells." n.d., but 1874 probably.

Westinghouse Awards

"Erasmus Hall High School Attains Highest Honors," Flatbush Magazine, 1962 February, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: Awards (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Clipping lists the record number of five EHHS winners in one year.

Wiggin, Kate Douglas (1856–1923) (Author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm)

[Letters to J. Herbert Low], 1922, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Autographs (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Two autograph letters, signed, dated Oct. 28, 1922 and Nov. 1, 1922, signed "Kate D. Riggs (Kate Douglas Wiggin)," to Dr. J. Herbert Low, EHHS principal, regarding a talk delivered at Erasmus Hall by Miss Wiggin. Accompanied by carbon copies of Dr. Low's end of the correspondence.

Williams' New-York Annual Register

Williams, Edwin. The New-York annual register for the year of our Lord 1831, 1831, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Williams' New-York Annual Register (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Handsome woodcut of Erasmus Hall Academy opposite p. 159.

Presented by Lewis E. Drummond.

Wilson, Peter, LL.D. (Erasmus Hall Academy principal, 1792–1805)

Wilson, Peter, LL.D. Compendium of Greek prosody, 1817, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16, envelope: Wilson, Peter, LL.D. Compendium of Greek prosody (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed on fly-leaf: "John A. Lott's Book, Flatbush, Long Island, Bought January 14, 1820 at Erasmus Hall, That is all."

Wood, Silas

Sketch of the first settlement of the several towns on Long Island . . . A new edition (Brooklyn: Spooner), 1828, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-17, Folder: Wood, Silas | Thompson (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

World War II

[Victory Liberty Loan flag], [1939–1945], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: WWII—including list of Erasmus boys who served (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

30 x 34" flag: Victory Liberty Loan Industrial Honor Emblem Awarded by U.S. Treasury Department.

World War II—Atomic Bomb Test

[Letter from P.F.C. R. C. Horlick to Miss F. R. Mastin], 1946, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-3a, Folder: WWII—including list of Erasmus boys who served (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Letter in special cacheted envelope, dated 1946, with following wording on envelope: "Atomic Bomb Test—Marshall Islands, Bikini Atoll—'Operation Crossroads'—U.S.S. Shangri-La." The letter is addressed to Miss F. R. Mastin, from P.F.C. R. C. Horlick. [Mastin = Florence Ripley Mastin (1887?–Feb. 23, 1968), poet and teacher at Erasmus Hall.]

Young Eagles

Young Eagles: An Anthology of Verse Written and Compiled by The Students of Erasmus Hall High School, Brooklyn, New York, 1953, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-11, Volume: Young Eagles (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Published by the General Organization. 92 p.

Young, Richard (Erasmus Hall patron, 1846–1935)

Letter to Dr. Gunnison thanking him for a copy of the Chronicles (1906), [1906?], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-1, Folder: Correspondence Relating to the Chronicles of Erasmus Hall (1906) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Obituaries, memorial addresses, etc., [1935], inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-2, Folder: Richard Young (patron of Erasmus Hall) (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Richard Young, a successful businessman who made his home in Flatbush, was instrumental in the transfer of Erasmus Hall Academy to the City of Brooklyn, and in the erection of the new Erasmus Hall High School.

Zabriskie, John B., M.D. (1805–1848) (Flatbush physician)

Livingston, John H. The psalms and hymns, with the catechism, confession of faith, and liturgy of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America (New Brunswick: Deare & Terhune), 1814, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

This copy owned by Dr. John B. Zabriskie (1805–1848) of Flatbush, with his signature on fly-leaf. Bookplate of his grandson, John B. Zabriskie.

Zabriskie, John L., M.D.

Genealogy of the Lefferts family (Albany: Munsell), 1878, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Presentation copy from John Lefferts to Dr. John L. Zabriskie, Sept. 28, 1878.

Het Nieuwe Testament (Amsterdam), 1696, inclusive

Offsite-Box: RC-16 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

Inscribed inside rear cover, "Jeremeas Lott syn boek Anno 1788. With bookplate of Dr. John L. Zabriskie (1831–1895) of Flatbush.

Zabriskie Family

Scope and Contents

Miss Louise Garvin Zabriskie apparently gave her collection of family papers to the EHHS Library about 1930, as it was soon before Mary A. Kingsbury's retirement in 1931. In a letter to Ella Suydam, July 8, 1934 (filed in Mary A. Kingsbury's folder, Records Case, Drawer 5), Miss Kingsbury wrote: "Did you find the papers that Miss Zabriskie left with us in that nice case? The last I knew of them, Mr. Mullen took the case and said he would take care of it. I do hope the papers are all right for my conscience has accused me many times of not keeping them in the library as she expected us to do. The trouble was that there didn't seem to be a place to spare even for that small case . . . ."

The papers are preserved in the Erasmus Hall archives, though not as a unit.

Zabriskie family papers (box 1 of 2), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-28 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Papers relating to the Zabriskie family of Flatbush, including notebooks of Dr. John B. Zabriskie (1805–1848) and correspondence of Dr. John L. Zabriskie (1831–1895).
• Also, much material relating to Miss Louise Garvin Zabriskie (1864–1963), who contributed much of the material in the Erasmus Hall Archives.
• Also, original steel engraved printing plates for P. L. Schenck's The Zabriskie Homestead (1881).

Zabriskie family papers (box 2 of 2), undated, inclusive

Offsite-Box: MS-29 (Material Type: Mixed Materials)

Scope and Contents

• Papers relating to the Zabriskie family of Flatbush, including notebooks of Dr. John B. Zabriskie (1805–1848) and correspondence of Dr. John L. Zabriskie (1831–1895).
• Also, much material relating to Miss Louise Garvin Zabriskie (1864–1963), who contributed much of the material in the Erasmus Hall Archives.
• Also, original steel engraved printing plates for P. L. Schenck's The Zabriskie Homestead (1881).

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