Mecca Day was put on by the College of Engineers. The name Mecca derives from the first letters of the names of the engineerng departments: mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, and architectural. Mecca Day events included a parade highlighting…
Iowa football games were played at Iowa Field until Kinnick Stadium opened in 1929. Spectators stood on the sidelines and the playing field had crooked lines.
This house on Grand Avenue was the home of P. K. Witmer and his wife Flora. Mr. Witmer was a president of Witmer and Kauffman. The house is no longer standing. Current site of an apartment building.
The University Elementary School,established in 1915, was a laboratory or experimental school directed through the College of Education for the training of principals, superintendents and teachers. Along with the University High School, it was closed…
The University Elementary School,established in 1915, was a laboratory or experimental school directed through the College of Education for the training of principals, superintendents and teachers. Along with the University High School, it was closed…
