Description
Historic documentation of life at the turn of the 19th century created by residents of Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1901 for the citizens of 2001. Under the direction of Louis R. Ehrich, a prominent 19th century businessman, the items were sealed in a chest which was stored in various buildings on the Colorado College campus until the official opening January 1, 2001 at the Charles Leaming Tutt Library. Contents of Ms349, Fd 117, Emma D. and Dexter A. Russell include: 1 2-page, handwritten note, dated August 5, 1901, addressed "To any descendant of
Dexter A. or Emma D. Russell," signed by Emma D. and Dexter A. Russell; 2 calling cards: "Harry A. Russell" and "Mrs. Dexter A. Russell"; 1 business card: "The Russell-Souders Construction Co."; 2 coins: 1-cent dated 1893, 10-cent dated 1891.