MS 1106 - Wankelman Family Collection

Title	MS 1106 - Wankelman Family Collection
Subject	BGSU Centennial History
Introduction	The Wankelman Family Collection includes one cubic foot of photographs, Masonic and Kiwanis programs, manuals, rosters and miscellaneous artifacts dating from c.1860-1977. The collection was transferred to the CAC from the Browne Popular Culture Library in January 2009. There are no restrictions placed on the use of the collection for research purposes. The collection was arranged and described by Eric Honneffer, February 2009.
Biographical Sketch	The Wankelman Family Collection concentrates primarily upon Frederick Wankelman a Cincinnati, Ohio businessman specializing in wholesale toys. Frederick was the father of Bowling Green State University faculty member Willard Wankelman, who was instrumental in the establishment of the university’s art department in 1946 and served as its chair until he retired in 1972. Willard was born in Cincinnati to Frederick and Alma (Hammler) Wankelman on May 21, 1915. He earned bachelor of science and master of arts degrees in 1938 and 1940 respectively.
Scope and Content	Most of the photographs which comprise the bulk of the collection were not identified. It was determined, however, after examining the Masonic and Kiwanis rosters included in the collection, that Frederick Wankelman is the predominant figure in many of the photographs. Wherever possible Frederick’s name has been added to some images which span his youth, school years and adulthood. The collection’s significance lies in its connection to BGSU professor Williard Wankelman. A few images of him as a child and a small number of other family members are included as well. Masonic and Kiwanis rosters, booklets and artifacts offer an interesting glimpse into Frederick Wankelman’s social activities in Cincinnati, Ohio from approximately 1935 until 1977.
Series Description	PRINTED MATERIAL MASONIC LODGE BOOKLETS 1935-1968 scattered Arranged chronologically These can include officer’s manuals, by-laws, resolutions, rosters, a souvenir booklet and a program relevant to Ohio Grand Lodge or Cincinnati chapter activities. Some of these include references to Frederick Wankelman. MASONIC LODGE CERTIFICATE (oversized) 1943 Frederick Wankelman became a Noble of the Mystic Shrine. KIWANIS CLUB OF CINCINNATI ROSTERS AND BYLAWS 1950-1977 scattered Arranged chronologically Frederick Wankelman appears in the rosters. PHOTOGRAHIC MATERIAL FREDERICK WANKELMAN PHOTOGRAPHS c. 1880-1943 scattered Arranged chronologically These images include photos of Frederick Wankelman from his youth into adulthood. Some include late 19th and early 20th century sports teams and school groups of which he is a part. Some photos are oversized. WILLARD WANKELMAN PHOTOGRAPHS 1919 Two images of Willard Wankelman as a child are included. IDENTIFIED FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHS c. 1880-1909 scattered UNIDENTIFIED FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHS c.1860-1910 AFTIFACTS MASONIC REGALIA, ETC. nd This includes two aprons, tassels, a fez and a Masonic bobble head doll KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL BUTTON nd.
Inventory	Box 1 Folder Officer’s manual, Grand Lodge F & A.M. of Ohio, 1935 Souvenir booklet, Sesqui-Centennial of the Nova Caesarea Harmony Lodge #2, Free and Accepted Masons, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1941 Handbook, Cincinnati Commandery #3, Knights Templar, 1954-1955 Program, Sesqui-Centennial Celebrationfor the M.W. Grand Lodge of Ohio, F.& A.M, Cincinnati, Ohio, March 12, 1958 By-laws, resolutions and roster for the Nova Caesarea Harmony Lodge #2 F & A.M., Cincinnati, Ohio, 1966 Officer’s manual, Grand Lodge F & A.M. of Ohio, 1968 A Vest Pocket History of Freemasonry by H.L. Haywood, nd Roster and by-laws for the Kiwanis Club of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1950, 1961 Roster for the Kiwanis Club of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1971-1977 scattered Miscellaneous Willard Wankelman documents, Round Tuit, obituary, 1994, nd Photos, Frederick Wankelman, c. 1880 Photos, Frederick Wankelman (in glass), c. 1890 Photos, Frederick Wankelman, c. 1890-1900 Photos, Frederick Wankelman, c. 1900 Photos, Frederick Wankelman, c.1933,1943 Photos, Willard Wankelman, 1919 Photos, identified Wankelman Family, c.1880-1909 scattered Photos, unidentified Wankelman Family, c. 1860-1910 scattered Box 2 – OVERSIZED Folder Nobles of the Mystic Shrine certificate, 12-4-1943 Photo, Members of the Cincinnati Hardware Guild and Cincinnati Hardware Club, Bellenap Hardware and Manufacturing Company’s new plant, Louisville, Ky., 6-26-1924 Photo, group of men, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1930 Photo, group of men, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1930 Photo, group of men, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1950 Photo (cased), unidentified woman, c. 1860 Photo, Price Hill baseball team, c. 1900 Masonic apron, cotton, nd Masonic apron, velvet, nd Masonic tassels, nd Masonic fez, nd Masonic bobble head doll, nd Kiwanis International button, nd