Collection Timeline

1905 to 1922

1905
The next several pages contain party invites

1913
"Come to my birthday party, July 29.<br>Come at three, at six we'll dine.<br>We'll laugh and play,<br>and have a good time.<br>For never again, <br>Will I be nine."
A sweet poem written to commemorate Ardath's 9th birthday. The poem lists all her friends who were attendance. Also listed are some of the presents she received.
More gifts received by Ardath on her 9th birthday.
Two pages of cards. Perhaps from those who gave her gifts for her graduation.

1914
A couple commencement invitations from Meridian Rural and Meridian High School graduating classmates.

1917
Several newspaper articles and one fun "Permit" from Meridian High School.

1921
Four more party/dance invitations.

1922
The leather-bound scrapbook cover page of Ardath Lillian Caldwell, Meridian High School class of 1922.
The interior first page of the scrapbook identifying it as belonging to Ardath Lillian Caldwell.
The Girl Graduate-Her Own Book. Designed and Illustrated by Louise Perrett and Sarah K. Smith. The Reilly and Lee Co.
Table of Contents
May 25, 1922. Ardath's favorite flower was the Sweet Pea and her favorite colors were Old Rose and Silver.
Meridian High School's class YELL! "When you're up, your up" and inspiring class motto.
Ardath Caldwell dressed in her finery. Meridian High School class of 1922.
Two images of Ardath's friends. One is signed "Lovingly Hoke" and the other "John Henry, 22".
Two images of Ardath's friends. One is signed "Yours, Vida, 22" and the other "For-get-me-not, Bessye Shook, 22".
Two images of Ardath's friends. One is signed "Lest you Forget, Pebble, 23" and the other "votre amie, Vera H., 22".
Two images of Ardath's friends. One is signed "Au revoir, Hazel Sundell, 22" and the other "votre amie, 22".
Two images of Ardath's friends. One is signed "Lovingly, Nell, 21" and the other "Frances Newell, Chemistry, 21".
Single image of Ardath's classmate. Signed "Addie Jane Powell, 22".
Cute pencil drawing (self portrait?) of Ardath carrying stack of books. Nice poem by Vida Thornburg, MHS, 22.
Several poems and quotes from Ardath's classmates. One reads <br>"Precious book of charming grace, <br>Gems of thought may here be cast. <br>Names that time may not erase, Pleasant mementoes of the past.", Ruth Helene Trabert, 22.
Several poems and quotes from Ardath's classmates. One reads <br>"May thy path be strewn with flowers, <br>May each day bring golden bowers, <br>May no trouble dim thy sky, <br>Only silver clouds float by.", Vera Marjorie Klink, 22.
Several poems and quotes from Ardath's classmates. One reads <br>"For the structure that we raise, <br>Time is with materials filled;<br>Our todays and yesterdays,<br>Are the blocks with which we build.", Bernice Louise Harms, 22.
Several poems and quotes from Ardath's classmates. One reads <br>"When you're sailing down life's river, <br>In your little birch canoe,<br>I wish you a pleasant journey,<br>With just room enough for two.", Your Friend, Helen May Normau.
Two poems and two quotes from Ardath's classmates. One reads <br>"Russel O. Alger "Russ" '22. Always remember "Stude"
Several poems and quotes from Ardath's classmates. One reads <br>"Remember - All that glitters is not gold. Let us find happiness through seeking to bestow it upon others." Jemima (Fern Scott)
Several more poems and quotes. One reads <br>"When you are thinking, think of me." Lee Marcund ("Mark")
Final page of quotes and a single male (unnamed) portrait.
Image of a single, female classmate.
Signature from a single teacher, Geo. W. Gould.
Several quotes from Ardath's various teachers, including one from Hazel Willett. Hazel Willett and her family are featured in another project in the MLD Collection.
More teacher signatures. One reads: Addie B. Carthrae, Montgomery, MO. <br>"He who reigns within himself is more than a king". --Milton
Final page of teacher signatures. One reads: Hazel McKern, Meridian - 4/4/1922. <br>"Could anything be sadder than work left unfinished? Yes; work ever begun. -- Christina Rossetti."
Images cut from photos.
A couple commencement invitations from Meridian Rural and Meridian High School graduating classmates.
Class play synopsis. Play was titled "My Aunt's Heiress - A Comedy" and starred several of the Class of 1922 graduates. Ardath Caldwell held the starring role of Mrs. John Smith.
Two programs, one for the play "Jack and the Baked-Bean Stalk" and the other for the Meridian Community Chorus. Ardath Caldwell took part in both.
More play and chorus performances in which Ardath Caldwell took part.
Several commencement cards from friends of Ardath Calwell.
Two real four-leaf clovers pasted into the scrapbook.
More newspaper clippings mentioning Ardath Caldwell.
Two cards with various Meridian High School songs and cheer yells.
The class song was titled "Hail Twenty-Two".
Two portraits of Ardath Caldwell dressed in her finest outfits.
Cards congratulating Ardath on her graduation.
More congratulations cards as well as reminders of what to bring on commencement day.
"Girl Named Ida-Ho" poem as well as a poem titled "Wishing".
"Music Week" tag and "Latest War News" poem.
A couple printed cards and some handmade Valentines Day cards.
Several hand-made cards and ribbons for various events attended by Ardath Caldwell.
More party invitations and events attended by Ardath Caldwell. One interesting item is an x-ray of a finger with a visible ring. It's hard to see in the image, but clear as day when viewed under a light.
Various events commemorated by Ardath Caldwell in the form of ribbons, cards and poetry. The final page has a real wishbone from the Masonic Banquet held on Nov. 11, 1920.
Back Cover of leather album
Various images