Pelsma, John R., collection, 1894-1958

Authors

Special Collections, Leonard H. Axe Library

Files

Description

John Reinder Pelsma was a Professor of Public Speaking at the State Manual Training Normal School (now Pittsburg State University) 1920 - 1950. He taught students how to utilize different speaking styles through debate, extemporaneous speech, poems, and dramas. The collection contains correspondence, biographical information, education materials, writings by Pelsma and others, printed speeches and publications, clippings, photographs, and miscellaneous items. This collection focuses on Pelsma’s work at Pittsburg State University, with some documents relating to his previous spots of employment. A majority of the collection are his personal writings and the writings of others.

Publication Date

10-9-2017

Keywords

Education

Size of Collection

2 linear feet

Dates of Collection

1894-1958

Manuscript Number

SpC MS 0151

Recommended Citation

Special Collections, Leonard H. Axe Library, "Pelsma, John R., collection, 1894-1958" (2017). Finding Aids. 136.
https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/fa/136