Minutes, 1866 - 1874
File — Box: 2, Volume: 3
Scope and Contents
The minutes discuss the debates at each meeting. Topics of debates include: "Who was the better general, Napoleon or Wellington?", "Which is more stimulating for the mind, painting or music?", and "Was the conquest of Mexico by Cortes justifiable?" Most debates focus on historical arguments or philosophical questions.
Dates
- Creation: 1866 - 1874
Creator
- From the Collection: Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio). Poland Philopedian Debating Society (Organization)
- From the Collection: St. Xavier College (Cincinnati, Ohio). Philopedian Society (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research use. Materials must be viewed by appointment in the Archives Research Room.
Extent
From the Collection: 5 Cubic Feet (6 boxes containing 18 bound volumes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the University Archives and Special Collections, Xavier University Library Repository