Miscellaneous Papers,, 1889-1959

The records of the Young Men's Christian Association, 1876-1926, are administrative in nature consisting of two ledger books and miscellaneous papers found within its pages. The first ledger book, May 11, 1876-1919 Membership Ledger, contains the Association's Constitutions from 1876 and 1903 as well as yearly lists of its members. The second ledger book, May 6, 1876-May 5, 1926 Minutes, is a log of the minutes from the Association's business meetings. There are thirteen item folders with miscellaneous papers such as the membership pledge, a topic card for the weekly prayer meetings, and an example of their stationary.

Each entry is in the cursive handwriting of the recording secretary. These records might prove useful for writing analysis. The depth of the minute entries varies from secretary to secretary. Some provided detailed information on the Association's activities. Others offered only a vague glimpse. Specific hymns and scripture references are sometimes provided. Names of guest speakers are noted. Examples of missionary work are mentioned. Read in its entirety, the minutes illuminate the growth and development of the Association and its contributions to Rutgers College.