Young Men's Christian Association of North America
Organization
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Harold T. Friermood Papers
Collection — Boxes All Boxes
Identifier: MS-516
Abstract
Dr. Harold T. Friermood was born in La Junta, Colorado on September 14, 1902 and died in South Hadley, Massachusetts on March 2, 1999. He is best known for his involvement with the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) and his contributions to physical education (specifically volleyball and swimming). Dr. Friermood is sometimes referred to as the “Grandfather of Volleyball” for his involvement and support of the sport. He was elected to the Volleyball Hall of Fame in 1986 and the YMCA...
Dates:
1923-1957; Majority of material found within 1943-1954
Springfield Massachusetts Y’s Men’s Club Papers
Collection — Boxes 1 & 2
Identifier: MS-526
Abstract
The first Y’s Men’s Club was founded by Judge Paul William Alexander in Toledo, Ohio in 1922. It was designed to support the Toledo YMCA. Since the YMCA was usually known as "the Y", and it was designed as a club of "men of and for the Y", it was named the "Y's Men's Club". The Y’s Men’s Club in Springfield Massachusetts was a service club for those who were interested in the ideals of the YMCA. It met during the mid-twentieth century, stressed world fellowship, and allowed Springfield...
Dates:
ca. 1937-1981; Majority of material found within 1937-1955