Jessie Merrick photograph collection, approximately 1904-1915
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Overview of the Collection
- Collector
- Merrick, Jessie B. (Jessie Bee)
- Title
- Jessie Merrick photograph collection
- Dates
- approximately 1904-1915 (inclusive)19041915
- Quantity
- 27 photographic prints (2 folders) ; sizes vary
- Collection Number
- PH1109
- Summary
- Photographs and postcards of student activities at the University of Washington between 1910 and 1915 and views of Seattle and Index, Washington by UW director of physical education for women
- Repository
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University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu - Access Restrictions
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Entire collection can be viewed on the Libraries’ Digital Collections website. Permission of Visual Materials Curator required to view originals. Contact Special Collections for more information.
- Languages
- English
Biographical Note
Jessie B. Merrick moved to Seattle from Wisconsin in about 1910. Starting in 1910, she served as the Director of Physical Education for women at the University of Washington and had a position that was heavily involved with young women’s activities. Later, she was involved with Seattle Public Schools and girls physical education.
Content Description
Photographs and postcards of student activities at the University of Washington between 1910 and 1915 and views of Seattle and Index, Washington.
Use of the Collection
Alternative Forms Available
View the digital version of the collection
Restrictions on Use
Restrictions may exist on reproduction, quotation, or publication. Contact Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries for details.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Views of Seattle, Washington and Index, Washington
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Views of Seattle, Washington
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Description: Panoramic view of Seattle showing building with Seattle Empire Laundry sign visible
The Seattle Empire Laundry building was built in 1913.
Dates: After 1913Container: Box folder:oversize OS6, Item 1 -
Description: Seattle street and parkDates: circa 1900-1910Container: Folder 1, Item 2
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Dates: circa 1900-1910Container: Folder 1, Item 3
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Description: Denny Hall, University of Washington campusDates: circa 1900-1905Container: Folder 1, Item 4
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Description: Denny Hall, University of Washington campusDates: circa 1900-1905Container: Folder 1, Item 5
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Views of Index, Washington
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Description: Gunn's Peak and town of Index, WashingtonDates: undatedContainer: Folder 1, Item 6
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Dates: undatedContainer: Folder 1, Item 7
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Description: Man near the river with Mt. Index in the backgroundDates: undatedContainer: Folder 1, Item 8
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Dates: undatedContainer: Folder 1, Item 9
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University of Washington campus and student activities
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Campus Day
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Dates: circa 1910Container: Folder 1, Item 10
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Description: Group of men and women seated in front of tent-like structure at Univeristy of Washington on Campus DayDates: circa 1910Container: Folder 1, Item 11
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Triumph of Spring dance and graduation at University of Washington, May 20, 1915
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Dates: May 20, 1915Container: Box folder:oversize OS6, Item 12
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Dates: May 20, 1915Container: Box folder:oversize OS6, Item 13
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Dates: May 20, 1915Container: Box folder:oversize OS6, Item 14
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Description: Triumph of Spring Dance at University of Washington with women dancing and posing on the lawn
Written on verso: U of Wash, Triumph of Spring. My own dance. Spring in center. Flower beds sitting to as side. Dance about beds & Spring are Butterflies. South winds & zephyr. Water in background, May 1915.
Dates: May 20, 1915Container: Folder 1, Item 15 -
Description: Triumph of Spring Dance at University of Washington with women dancing and posing on lawn
Written on verso: 450 Greek maidens playing ball.
Dates: May 20, 1915Container: Folder 1, Item 16 -
Dates: May 1915Container: Folder 1, Item 17
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Description: Graduation day at University of Washington with men and women walking around fountain in graduation caps and gownsDates: May 1915Container: Folder 1, Item 18
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Dates: May 1915Container: Folder 1, Item 19
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Dates: May 1915Container: Folder 1, Item 20
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Views of University of Washington
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Dates: 1910-1920Container: Folder 1, Item 21
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Description: View of Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition Music Pavilion building, Geyser Basin fountain, and Rainier VistaDates: 1910-1920Container: Folder 1, Item 22
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Dates: 1910-1920Container: Folder 1, Item 23
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Description: View of Jacobson Observatory at University of Washington
Printed text on album: Denny Field U of W
Dates: 1910-1920Container: Folder 1, Item 24 -
Description: View of Denny FieldDates: 1910-1920Container: Folder 1, Item 25
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Description: Forestry Building during Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exhibition
Written on verso: The Quaker Drug Co., Seattle.
Dates: circa 1909Container: Folder 1, Item 26
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Description: Group portrait of women's sports team with women, one man, and Jessie Merrick
From accompanying material: The person furthurest [sic] to the left is Jessie B. Merrick. We notice that her uniform is a little different than the rest. It may be because she was the team leader.
Dates: undatedContainer: Box folder:oversize OS6, Item 27
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Visual Materials Collections (University of Washington)
Personal Names
- Merrick, Jessie B. (Jessie Bee)--Photographs
Corporate Names
- University of Washington--Buildings--Photographs
- University of Washington--Students--Photographs
Geographical Names
- Index (Wash.)--Photographs
- Seattle (Wash.)--Photographs
