Hammett, Dashiell, 1894-1961--Criticism and interpretation; Chandler, William, 1888-1959--Criticism and interpretation; Women and literature--United States--History--20th century; American fiction--California--History and criticism; City and town...
A scene from the musical play "The Old Maid and the Thief" at Boise College. The actress on the left is Mary Robbins, and Janet Vetter is on the right.
Boise State art student Greg Schlanger, left, and Michael Shannon "wrap" the Spirit of the Broncos statue in bright orange plastic secured with blue cord. Schlanger's senior art seminar project was inspired by the artist Christo.
Boise State art student Greg Schlanger (right), assisted by Rick Beck (left) "wrap" the Spirit of the Broncos statue in bright orange plastic secured with blue cord. Schlanger's senior art seminar project was inspired by the artist Christo.
Boise State University; Fund raising; Gifts; Student organizations
Two students donate to money to two Valkyries for a scholarship. Three of the women are wearing club sweaters for the B Cubes and the Valkyries. The women, from left to right are Mary Lynn Hepnet, Bernice Croft, Eveda Ashton, Laura Lyman.
Fire prevention--Study and teaching; Fire fighters; Smoking;
One of many photographs taken as part of the fire prevention series on "Things not to do." Fire fighters Art Gregory (left) and Marion New (right) at the Central Fire station smoke cigarettes over a pile of debris.
Fire prevention--Study and teaching; Fire departments--Officials and employees; Laundry--Equipment and supplies;
One of many photographs taken as part of the fire prevention series on "Things not to do." Boise Fire Department secretary Flora Worthan at her home talks on the phone while a hot iron is left laying on top of clothing on the ironing board.
Fire engines; Fire engines--Chemical fire engines; Horse-drawn vehicles;
Three generations of fire fighting vehicles are parked together as a part of Fire Prevention Week. From left to right: Chemical Fire Engine made by American LaFrance Fire Engine Co. in 1899, a 1920s American LaFrance Hose Wagon, and a 1950 American...
Fire departments--Equipment and supplies; Fire stations; Fire fighters; Fire departments--Uniforms;
Captain Elias Overgard (left) and his driver are seated in a fire engine parked in front of Central Fire Station. Two-way radios were installed in all Boise Fire Department apparatuses in 1950.
Senator Jordan, left, becomes a good "bad guy" when Jim Willms, University of Idaho student body president and 1968 summer intern, awards Jordan a black hat for service to Idaho.
Promotional materials; Publicity photographs; Union Pacific Railroad Company; Tourism
Union Pacific Railroad Company published this promotional booklet to promote tourism and the railroad in Idaho, written and illustrated by Robert Limbert. The booklet is filled with photographs taken by Limbert while exploring Craters of the Moon,...
A development program for a desired bicycle system in the Boise Metropolitan area. Emphasis is placed on providing service to the commuter and recreational bicyclist, and separating bicyclists and motor vehicles whenever possible for safety.
Boise State University; Tickets; Carnivals; Fraternities & sororities
Diane Chester, Rex Fraser, Mary Moss, and Bill Palmer (left to right) tossing tickets to the annual carnival sponsored by the Valkyries and Intercollegiate Knights. This photo was used in an article in the student newspaper promoting the upcoming...