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A bound copy of several Oakhamian Magazines from 1955 to 1959.

The Oakhamian Magazine, recording the Summer term 1958 (published in Winter term 1958). Contents: School News; Avete; House Transfers; Valete; What is Toc H?; 21 Club; Chess; The Field Society; Stamp Club; The Band; O.P.R.S.; Lectures; O.S.M.A.S.; The Concert Club; Scout Notes; Film Notes; Showtime; Corps Notes; Bisley 1958; Problem Corner; Bert Cutting; The Brussels Exhibition; Rugger Forum; Trouble Brewing; Athletics; The Steeplechases; Swimming Sports; Cricket; Football; Hockey Fixtures; Correspondence; O.O. News. Eleven double-pages A to K.

A blue photo album containing photographs of the opening of Schanschieffs, retiring teachers, sports teams, the school orchestra, Oxbridge entrants, the 50th anniversary of Deanscroft/Haywoods, the Harvest Party, the Row Across Channel challenge, Sports Day and the visit of Garry Kasparov.

A collection of material which focuses on Old Oakhamians and their military careers. The bulk of the collection focuses on the two World Wars and research of the OOs who sadly fell.

The strongest part of this sub-fonds is the material relating to the First World War. It contains research on many Old Oakhamians and whole OO families who fought during the conflict such as the Humfreys and the Scotts. Much of the material is paper research but there are some original photographic material included.

WWS/2 focuses on the Second World War. Most of the collection looks at Oakham between 1939 and 1945 or the commemorations that have subsequently occurred.

Individual salary and wages sheets for teaching and support staff between 1937 to 1960. Pages A to BB.

This collection focuses on the administrative side of the school including admissions and trustees.

There is a rich collection of admissions books dating back to the 19th century alongside detailed notes of Trustees' committee minutes and development plans.

School inspections undertaken by external bodies are represented in this sub-fond and include some of the 19th century schemes which helped to found the school as one independent from Uppingham.

ADM/4 contains policy documents outlining the health and safety measures in the school.

A print out of a press cutting regarding school histories, including "The Story of Oakham School" by John Barber and "Operation Oakham" by John Buchanan.

A letter (A) from Michael Stevens to the Headmaster, Dr Joe Spence, regarding an obituary for John Buchanan. Enclosed is a hand-written obituary (B and C) for the School website.

A photograph (A) of the boys in Deanscroft in the academic year 1962-1963, with the Headmaster John Buchanan as Housemaster. Attached are two photocopies (B and C) with attempts at naming the pupils and tutors.

A headmaster's annual report for the academic year 1967-1968. Contents: Numbers; Staff; Academic; Faculty Reports; Chapel; Library; Drama; Societies; C.C.F.; Health; Accommodation; Old Oakhamians; General. Attached is the Ruddles House report (appendix A). Eighteen pages A to R.