660. Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection

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Identifier: 660

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Below is an excerpt from an area newspaper article ca. 1976 describing the contents and history of the Chandler Collection: The Chandler collection was "a gift of 218 volumes of historical textbooks from President Emeritus Paul G. Chandler." "The collection was formed between 1920 and 1930, prior to Dr. Chandler's tenure as president of CSC beginning in 1937. The majority of the texts are 19th century American, with the earliest imprint in 1681 and the latest in 1910. Appraisers Leona Rostenberg and Madeleine B. Stern, after appraising the collection at $5,271, said: 'Many of the books in the collection were influential in shaping the educational practices of this country. Among the high spots may be noted Pike's Arithmetic of 1788, a first among school books; Robertson's Phraseologia Generalis, of 1681, numerous tests by Noah Webster, among them the 1807 Philosophical and Practical Grammar. Grouped together, the 218 works form a fine reflection of early American pedagogy.' In commenting on the gift, Glenn L. Sitzman, associate professor and librarian at the college in charge of arranging the collections, said: 'Carlson Library and Clarion's academic community are indebted to Dr. and Mrs. Chandler for this fine gift, which will enhance Clarion's rich historical heritage. The special flavor of any college's library resources is determined by such generosity and thoughtfulness. This historical collection, representing over 200 years of textbook publishing, comes at an especially appropriate time as we celebrate our country's Bicentennial.' "

Found in 209 Collections and/or Records:

Orator; : being a collection of pieces in prose and verse, selected from the best English writers, both ancient and modern; intended to facilitate the advancement of youth in reading and speaking. To which is added an appendix. Containing complete lists of all the words in the English language, which have a similarity of sound; and likewise, of those substantives, verbs and adjectives, which (though written in the same manner) vary the seat of the accent. / By William Perry, lecturer on the English language, in the Academy, Edinburgh.

Item — Volumes Archives Chandler Collection no. 202

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 202

Abstract

Publisher: Edinburgh: : Printed for Charles Elliot, Parliament-Square,, 1776.

Description: xii, [1], 14-303, [1] p. ; 18 cm. (12mo in 6s)

Notes: Redwood Library copy imperfect: top portion of first two leaves torn away, affecting first two words of title.; Advertisements on p. [v]-[vii].; Errata on final page.; Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: 1776

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Orator; : being a collection of pieces in prose and verse, selected from the best English writers, both ancient and modern; intended to facilitate the advancement of youth in reading and speaking. To which is added an appendix. Containing complete lists of all the words in the English language, which have a similarity of sound; and likewise, of those substantives, verbs and adjectives, which (though written in the same manner) vary the seat of the accent. / By William Perry, lecturer on the English language, in the Academy, Edinburgh.

Osgood’s American advanced speller

Collection — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 115

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 115

Abstract

Publisher: Pittsburgh : H.I. Gourley, 1873.

Description: 192 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.

Series statement: Progressive series

Notes: On cover: American progressive series of text-books.; Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: 1873

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Osgood’s American advanced speller

Penny hymn-book

Item — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 78

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 78

Abstract

Publisher: Philadelphia: American Sunday School Union, [18--]

Description: 32 p. ; 11 cm.

Notes: Cover title.; Includes index.; Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: undated

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Penny hymn-book

Peter Parley’s cyclopedia of botany : including familiar descriptions of trees, shrubs and plants : with numerous engravings.

Collection — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 33

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 33

Abstract

Publisher: Boston : Otis, Broaders and Co., 1838.

Description: civ, 330 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.

Notes: Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Cover title: Parley’s cyclopedia of botany

Dates: 1838

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Peter Parley’s cyclopedia of botany : including familiar descriptions of trees, shrubs and plants : with numerous engravings.

Phaedrus’s fables, translated into proper English for use of young scholars; according to Hoogstratan’s edition

Item — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 125

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 125

Abstract

Publisher: London : Printed for Ralph Watson, 1705.

Description: 132 p. ; 17 cm.

Notes: Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: 1705

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Phaedrus’s fables, translated into proper English for use of young scholars; according to Hoogstratan’s edition

Philosophical and practical grammar of the English language / by Noah Webster.

Collection — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 178

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 178

Abstract

Publisher: New Haven : Printed by Oliver Steele & Co. for Brisban & Brannan, 1807.

Description: 250 p. ; 18 cm.

Notes: Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: 1807

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Philosophical and practical grammar of the English language / by Noah Webster.

Phraseologia generalis; continens, quæcunque sunt scitu necessaria, & praxi, usuique studiosorum philologicorum, maxime utilia, in cunctis operaibus phraseologicis, anglico-latinis, seu latino-anglicanis ... A full, large, and general phrase book; comprehending, whatsoever is necessary and most usefull, in all other phraseological books... By William Robertson, A.M.

Collection — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 52

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 52

Abstract

Publisher: Cambridge, Printed by J. Hayes; [etc.] 1681.

Description: 4 p. l., 1366 p., 1 ℓ. 20 cm.

Notes: Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: 1681

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Phraseologia generalis; continens, quæcunque sunt scitu necessaria, & praxi, usuique studiosorum philologicorum, maxime utilia, in cunctis operaibus phraseologicis, anglico-latinis, seu latino-anglicanis ... A full, large, and general phrase book; comprehending, whatsoever is necessary and most usefull, in all other phraseological books... By William Robertson, A.M.

Physical and metaphysical works of Lord Bacon : including the Advancement of learning and Novum organum / ed. by Joseph Devey

Item — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 44

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 44

Abstract

Publisher: London : Bell, 1876.

Description: 567 p.; 19 cm.

Series statement: Bohn’s scientific library. 25

Notes: Binder’s title: Novum organum.; Core Collection - Philosophy.; Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.

Dates: 1876

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Physical and metaphysical works of Lord Bacon : including the Advancement of learning and Novum organum / ed. by Joseph Devey

Plays of William Shakespeare : in ten volumes ; with the corrections and illustrations of various commentators / to which are added notes by Samuel Johnson ...

Collection — Volume Chandler Collection no. 29

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 29

Abstract Note: The archives has volume 5 of this set only. The other volume information is provided only to provide context as to the other books available in this series/set. The information below comes from a Library of Congress cataloging record for the entire set.Archives has: Vol. 5Contents: v. 1: Preface -- Preface of the players -- Mr. Pope’s preface -- Mr. Theobald’s preface -- Sir T. Hanmer’s preface -- Dr. Warburton’s preface -- Some account of the life, &c....

Dates: 1766

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Plays of William Shakespeare : in ten volumes ; with the corrections and illustrations of various commentators / to which are added notes by Samuel Johnson ...

Practical grammar of the English language / by Noble Butler

Item — Volume Archives Chandler Collection no. 179

Identifier: 660 - Chandler Collection no. 179

Abstract

Publisher: Louisville : John P. Morton & Co., c1846.

Description: 254 p. ; 19 cm.

Series statement: American school series

Notes: Paul G. Chandler Textbook Collection.; Electrotype ed.

Summary: Series title on front cover.

Dates: 1846

Found in: Clarion University Archives / Practical grammar of the English language / by Noble Butler