Philomathean Literary Society Then and Now
The creation and the ending of Kutztown's chapter of this literary society is unknown, yet some of its history was left behind. Now, six friends have created a new society based off of the original society.
Philomathean Literary Society, postcard, Rohrbach Library Archives. Kutztown, PA.
Philomathean Literary Society Handbook, 1892, Rohrbach Library Archives. Kutztown, PA.
Philomathean Swords, Rohrbach Library Archives, Kutztown, PA. (Photo by: Kathy Evans)
The Philomathean Literary Society performed plays and these wooden swords are a part of their props. They can also be used as letter openers.
The founders of the Snyder Society on the fourth floor of Old Main. Members from left to right:
Storm Wright, Kathy Evans, Steve Hajcak, Tyler McMaster, Debbie, Doughtery, and Cameron Wertz.
Section One, 1892, Philomathean Literary Society Handbook, Rohrbach Library Archives, Kutztown, PA.
Philomathean Attire, Rohrbach Library Archives, Kutztown, PA. (Photo by: Kathy Evans)
This white bow tie and purple and yellow college badge belonged to John H. Sunday.
Forty-fifth Anniversary of the Philomathean Literary Society, 1912, Rohrbach Library Archives, Kutztown, PA. (Photo by: Kathy Evans)