The Moccasin, 1951 Yearbook of Charlyce Thompson - University of Chatanooga

Overview Original 1951 Moccasin yearbook from the University of Chattanooga, belonging to Charlyce Thompson, class of 1951, accompanied by a surviving typed working draft of a student newspaper article authored by Thompson. Highlights - Named student: Charlyce Thompson (1928–2013) - Original typed draft with editorial corrections and layout instructions - 4-color printed cover, uncommon for a regional college yearbook of the period - Includes content related to football coach Scrappy Moore - Enrollment under 600, small cohort production Why You Will Love It This is more than a yearbook—it is a preserved working artifact of student life and journalism. The surviving draft provides a rare glimpse into the editorial and production process of a mid-century college newspaper. Dating / Background Published in 1951 during the postwar period at the University of Chattanooga, a small but regionally significant institution. The yearbook reflects campus life during the tenure of football coach Scrappy Moore who celebrated his 25th year of coaching in 1950. Scrappy is the namesake of the University mascot. Thompson was Society Editor of the school newspaper Echoes. She was inducted into the Who's Who her senior year. Born in 1928, she died in 2013 in Norcross, Georgia. Provenance From the estate of Charlyce Thompson. The draft remained inserted within the yearbook for decades, suggesting continuous ownership. Condition Good to very good. Some ink annotations above student portraits. Light bowing to covers and some soiling to rear. Interior remains clean and vibrant. Draft shows age toning and editorial markings. Dimensions (inches) Height: 12 1/8 Width: 9 3/8 Depth: 3/4 Weight: 3.1 lbs Why Collect A rare surviving combination of a university yearbook and original student publication draft, offering tangible insight into mid-century academic and social life. Why Buy From tonyofatlanta? tonyofatlanta is an established, reputable, knowledgeable dealer who offers quality merchandise with quality service. Our shipping is prompt and secure. Our goods are curated for good taste. Customer Satisfaction We stand ready and willing to provide more information, further discussion, or additional photos to make sure that our merchandise satisfies your expectations. tonyofatlanta says You can almost hear strains of Moments to Remember with the turn of each page.