Tag: Special Collections

The Lytle Family Papers Collection

Virginius Cornick Hall devoted his life to historical research, collecting unique and unusual items and documenting his family chronology. In the last few years of Virginius’ life, we have had the pleasure of getting to know Virginius through a mutual

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Head’s Up: The Value of Special Collections

  “How much is it worth?” That’s often the first question we’re asked about materials in Special Collections, and when people ask that question they’re really asking about market value – the monetary value an item has in the marketplace.

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From the Stacks: John Pont and the Cradle of Coaches

John Pont is a former football player and coach here at Miami University.  He played running back for Woody Hayes (1949-1950) and Ara Paresghian (1951).  In 1951 he was named All-American as well as setting several school records.  Pont was

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