Student memorabilia of Heather Jarvis (born c.1930), ne Beardall, student in agriculture at the University of Nottingham, 1948-1950

The collection comprises a series of black and white photographs, undated, c.1948-1950 (MS 292/1-108); a postcard of the Midland Agricultural College (the University of Nottingham's School of Agriculture from 1947) from Heather Beardall to D.T. Beardall, 1948 (MS 292/109); a doll in a papoose, undated c.1949 (MS 292/110); and a fancy-dress 'Minnie Ha Ha' squaw costume comprising a feather, feather headband and top, undated c. 1949 (MS 292/111).

The photographs relate primarily to student life at the School of Agriculture. They include photos of sports teams, including women's hockey and netball, and student athletics; student carnivals; groups of students socialising; views of the college; and students involved in practical activities such as tractor driving and beekeeping.

The costume and doll were made for a student 'rag' carnival procession, using household materials.

Heather Beardall was a student at the University of Nottingham's School of Agriculture at Sutton Bonington, Nottinghamshire from 1948 to 1950. Her named changed to Heather Jarvis after her marriage.

The collection has been divided by document type into series. Within these series, items have been arranged chronologically.

ACCESS: Access restricted pending full listing and processing; prospective researchers should contact the Department for advice concerning available series.

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The collection was given to tTe University of Nottingham's Department of Manuscripts and Special Collections in February 1998.