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Sorority Flower
AT the annual reunion meeting in 1892, the violet is chosen by unanimous vote as the sorority flower at the earnest request of Nellie Bakeman Donovan.
To the Violet Poem
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed this poem by May Wheeler Woodman.
The Faded Violet Poem
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed this poem by Thomas Bailey Aldrich.
Excerpts From Literature Referencing Violets
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed excerpts from classic poetry and literature that reference violets, including plays by William Shakespeare and works by writers such as Spenser and Tennyson.
Violet Planting Poem
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed this poem by Elizabeth Akers.
Violets - Robert Herrick Poem
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed this poem by Robert Herrick.
Delta Chapter, Boston University, Installation Banquet Program, March 7, 1904
This program includes the banquet menu, a list of the toasts given, and a list of the new initiates.
The Violet
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed this poem by Charles Loomis Battell.
The Violet - Mrs. Freake Poem
Nellie Bakeman Donovan, Alpha,, Colby College, transcribed this poem by Mrs. Freake.
