Letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, October 10, 1921
This is a photograph of a letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on October 10, 1921. The letter has two pages.
State University of New York at Buffalo. University Archives
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Letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, September, 1922
This is a photograph of a letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames in September, 1922. The first page, verso, depicts page one and four of the letter, and the second page, recto, depicts page two and three. The third page depicts page five of the letter.
Letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, July 15, 1923
This is a photograph of a letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on July 15, 1923. The first page, verso, depicts page one and four, and the second page, recto, depicts page two and three.
Letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, March 10, 1924
This is a photograph of a letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on March 10, 1924. There are three pages to the letter, verso and recto.
Cover of a Card Titled "Christmas Greetings," undated
This is a photograph of a Christmas card sent by Louise Downer Benzing to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated, but thought to have been sent in 1925.
Postcard written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, August 1, 1929
This is a photograph of a postcard sent by Louise Downer Benzing to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on August 1, 1929.
Letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated, but it is thought to have been written in 1929. There are three pages to the letter, verso and recto.
Letter written by Mona Downer Packwood and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mona Downer Packwood and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated, but it is thought to have been written in 1929 or 1930. The letter notifies Dr. Ames of her friend Louise Downer Benzing's passing.
Christmas card written by Mona Downer Packwood and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, 1930
This is a photograph of a Christmas greeting card sent by Mona Downer Packwood to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames in 1930.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, June 4, 1946
State University of New York at Buffalo. School of Medicine
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on June 4, 1946. Langs writes asking about members of Dr. Ames' graduating class at UB Medical School.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, June 15, 1946
Ames, Frances Proctor, 1856-1948 State University of New York at Buffalo. School of Medicine
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on June 15, 1946. Langs discusses individuals he remembers from his time at UB Medical School.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, July 19, 1946
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on July 19, 1946. Langs discusses individuals he remembers from his time at UB Medical School and comments on using a "new machine" typewriter to write the letter.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, December 9, 1946
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on July 19, 1946. Langs congratulates Dr. Ames on her ninetieth birthday.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, December 12, 1946
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on July 19, 1946. Langs asks about a former colleague.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, February 18, 1947
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on February 18, 1947.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, May 21, 1947
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on February 18, 1947. From the letter, it sounds as though Dr. Ames is unwell.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, June 24, 1947
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on June 24, 1947.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, July 19, 1947
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on July 19, 1947.
Letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, December 26, 1947
This is a photograph of a letter written by W.O.A. Langs and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on December 26, 1947.
This is a photograph of a poem written by Edna Jaques, a famous Canadian poet. The poem is titled, Laughter.
Scans of envelopes from letters sent by W.O.A. Langs to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, 1946-1947
This is a photograph of scans showing the envelopes in which W.O.A. Langs sent letters to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. They range in dates from 1946 to 1947. From these, one can see that Langs lived in Canada.
Banquet Invitation for the Olean Medical and Surgical Club, January 6, 1886.
This is a photograph of a banquet invitation Dr. Frances Proctor Ames received to attend the Olean Medical and Surgical Club banquet on January 6, 1886.
Note from Dr. E. H. Ashcraft to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
Medicine--Formulae, receipts, prescription
This is a photograph of a note written by Dr. E. H. Ashcraft to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. The note is undated and written on a prescription slip. The note pertains to a child that both doctors have been seeing in their practices.
Notes between two doctors, Ashcraft and Booth, undated
This is a photograph of a correspondence between two doctors, Dr.'s Ashcraft and Booth. They discuss how best to treat a patient.
Note from Mary H. Evans to Mrs. Hawley, February 11, 1882
This is a photograph of a note written by Mary H. Evans and sent to Mrs. Hawley on February 11, 1882. Evans writes to ask if Frances Proctor [Ames] could work for Hawley.
Letter written by Christine Bishop and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, November 22, 1883
This is a photograph of a letter written by Christine Bishop and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on November 22, 1883. She writes of her health and catches Dr. Ames up on news from Olean, NY.
Letter written by Mrs. S. G. Keyes and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, February 3, 1883
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mrs. S. G. Keyes and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on February 3, 1883. Mrs. Keyes appears to be asking Dr. Ames if she would be available for aiding in the birth of her child.
Letter written by Mrs. S. G. Keyes and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, April 14, 1883
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mrs. S. G. Keyes and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on April 14, 1883. Mrs. Keyes appears to be asking Dr. Ames if she would be available at once for aiding in the birth of her child.
Letter written by Mrs. S. G. Keyes and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, April 17, 1883
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mrs. S. G. Keyes and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on April 17, 1883. Mrs. Keyes ask Dr. Ames if she would be available at once for aiding in the birth of her child. She claims to be due any minute. Her husband writes to ask if she will help with housework, or if they will need to get a girl to help.
Letter written by Dr. E. W. Dutcher and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames February 9, 1884
This is a photograph of a letter written by Dr. E. W. Dutcher from Allegany, NY and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on February 9, 1884.
Letter written Mrs. H. L. Rice and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, June 29, 1885
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mrs. H. L. Rice and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on June 29. In the letter, Mrs. Rice asks if Dr. Ames will assist her with a displaced womb.
Letter written by Lizzie Parsona and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, June 1, 1886
This is a photograph of a letter written by Lizzie Parsona and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on June 1, 1886. Lizzie speaks of living in California and asks about Fannie's (Dr. Ames') life.
Letter written by Dr. F. H. Bartlett and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, November 1, 1887
This is a photograph of a letter written by Dr. F. H. Bartlett and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on November 1, 1887. It appears to come from Olean, NY. It appears to pertain to a treatment that she gave for an eye.
Letter written by Mrs. C. Blacksley and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, March 31, 1890
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mrs. C. Blacksley and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on March 31, 1890. Mrs. Blacksley writes to ask for Dr. Ames' care in May.
Letter written by Mrs. L. B. Reller and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a letter written by Mrs. L. B. Reller and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. The letter was written to wish Dr. Ames well.
Letter written by J. H. Fairchild and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, July 31
This is a photograph of a letter written by J. H. Fairchild and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on July 31. Mr. Fairchild asks if Dr. Ames would come to care for his wife who had just given birth.
Scans of a card and envelope sent by the University at Buffalo to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, March 29, 1939
This is a scan of a card and an envelope addressed to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, and sent from the University at Buffalo on March 29, 1939.
Correspondence between Dr. Frances Proctor Ames and Dr. Eddy, April 15
This is a photograph of a correspondence in which Dr. Frances Proctor Ames writes to Dr. Eddy asking his advice, verso, on April 15. The letter was written circa 1886-1887. On the second page, recto, is Dr. Eddy's response.
Note written by Dr. Eddy for Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a note written by Dr. Eddy for Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It was written circa 1886-1887. Dr. Eddy gives an order for treating a patient.
Letter written by Dr. John S. Eddy and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, September 18, 1887
This is a photograph of a letter written by Dr. John S. Eddy and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on September 18, 1887. It appears that Dr. Eddy is giving Dr. Ames advice on running her new practice in a new town.
Letter written by Dr. John S. Eddy, November 4, 1886
This is a photograph of a letter written by Dr. John S. Eddy on November 4, 1886. In this letter he gives his recommendation for Dr. Frances Proctor Ames' practicing medicine in Olean, NY and discusses her qualifications.
Letter written to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, November 23, 1887
This is a photograph of a letter written to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on November 23, 1887. It is from the Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia and pertains to an examination that would allow Dr. Ames to practice in Pennsylvania.
Envelope addressed to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames from the Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia, November 23, 1887
This is a photograph of an envelope addressed to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames from the Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia, sent on November 23, 1887. The first page is the verso of the envelope, the second page is the recto.
Letter written to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, December 15, 1887
This is a photograph of a letter written to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on November 23, 1887. It is from the Western Pennsylvania Medical College in Pittsburgh, PA and pertains to an examination that would allow Dr. Ames to practice in Pennsylvania.
Envelope addressed to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames from the Western Pennsylvania Medical College, December 15, 1887
This is a photograph of an envelope addressed to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames from the Western Pennsylvania Medical College in Pittsburgh, PA, sent on December 15, 1887. The first page is the verso of the envelope, the second page is the recto.
Dr. Frances Proctor Ames' ticket to the University at Buffalo Medical Department, 1883-1884
University of Buffalo. School of Medicine
This is a photograph of a ticket assigned to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames for the University at Buffalo Medical Department , 1883-1884
Dr. Frances Proctor Ames' ticket to the University at Buffalo Medical Department Medical Jurisprudence, 1884-1885
This is a photograph of a ticket assigned to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames for the University at Buffalo Medical Department Medical Jurisprudence, 1883-1884. Medical jurisprudence is a branch of medicine and science that also involves the study of law and legality.
Postcard sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames from Marion Cummings Norton, May 11, 1948
State University of New York at Buffalo. Alumni Association
This is a photograph of a postcard sent by Marion Cummings Norton, President of the University of Buffalo Alumnae, to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on May 11, 1948. The card asked for a vote for a particular student to get elected onto the University Council.
This is a photograph of an examination in surgery at the UB Medical School given in 1885. That is the year that Frances Proctor Ames graduated from the medical school.
This is a photograph of an examination in physiology given at the University of Buffalo after the 1884-1885 session. Frances Proctor Ames graduated from the medical school in 1885.
Questions in Obstetrics, Medical Department University of Buffalo, 1885
This is a photograph of an examination in obstetrics given from the medical department at the University of Buffalo in 1885. That is the year that Frances Proctor Ames graduated from the medical school.
This is a photograph of an examination in materia medica and hygiene given at the University of Buffalo medical school after the 1884-1885 session. Frances Proctor Ames graduated from the medical school in 1885.
Examination in Chemistry, University of Buffalo Medical Department, 1884-1885
This is a photograph of an examination in chemistry given at the University of Buffalo medical school after the 1884-1885 session. Frances Proctor Ames graduated from the medical school in 1885.
Note written by Charles Cacy and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a note written by Charles Cacy and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. In the letter, he alerts her to the fact that she failed at some attempt to gain a vote from the University at Buffalo Medical Department faculty.
Personal notes written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, May, 1941
This is a photograph of a pamphlet describing candidates to be voted on for election to the Alumni Member Council at UB. The first page, verso, shows notes written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. The second page features the candidates on the inside of the mailing.
Frances Proctor Ames' Thesis on Eclampsia, undated
This is a photograph of Frances Proctor Ames' thesis written about eclampsia. Eclampsia is a pregnancy complication in which women may experience seizures. The thesis is undated.
University of Buffalo Medical Department Commencement program, February 24, 1885
This is a photograph of a program for the University of Buffalo Medical Department's 39th annual commencement, held on February 24, 1885. Dr. Frances Proctor Ames graduated from UB medical school at this time.
University of Buffalo Medical Department Graduating Class of 1885, undated
This is a photograph of a list of graduates of the University of Buffalo Medical Department in 1885. It is undated. Frances Proctor Ames' name can be seen on this list. It tells whether or not the graduates were living at the time, and where they resided if they were alive.
Diploma belonging to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames from the University of Buffalo, 1885
This is a photograph of the diploma awarded to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames upon her graduation from the University of Buffalo Medical Department in 1885. It is written in Latin.
Letter written by T. W. Van Arsdale, Jr. and sent to Mrs. Gerald Wrightman, November 23, 1948
This is a photograph of a letter written by T. W. Van Arsdale, Jr. and sent to Mrs. Gerald Wrightman, November 23, 1948. The letter is a response to Mrs. Wrightman alerting the University of Buffalo Alumni Relations to the death of Dr. Frances Proctor Ames.
Personal notes written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a note written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on a scrap of paper. It is undated.
Medical notes written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
Medicine--Formulae, receipts, prescriptions
This is a photograph of medical notes taken by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames and written on a prescription slip. The slip is undated.
Prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, undated
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. The slip also features some calculations, though their purpose is unknown.
Booklet of Dr. Frances Proctor Ames' Medical Notes, undated
These are photographs of pages within a booklet of medical notes taken by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. The booklet is undated. Some of the pages feature prescriptions, while others feature symptoms Dr. Ames observed in patients.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. The patient was diagnosed with pneumonia. The first page is the verso, the second page is the recto of the prescription slip.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. It features a recipe for a medication.
Prescription written by R. H. S., undated
This is a photograph of a prescription written by someone with the initials R. H. S. It is undated.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. The medication appears to be an ointment.
This is a photograph of medical notes taken by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. The notes are undated. The verso depicts a description of the symptoms and ailments, and the recto depicts Dr. Ames' proposed treatment.
Notes written on a prescription slip, undated
This is a photograph of notes written on a prescription slip. The paper is undated.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. It was written while she was practicing in Olean, NY.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. The verso depicts a recipe, the recto depicts the instructions for the patient.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. It features the ingredients for the medication and was written while she was practicing in Olean, NY.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. It is a simple script for only iodine and glycerin and was written while she was practicing in Olean, NY.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It is undated. It features medication ingredients as well as instructions for the patient. It was written while she was practicing in Olean, NY.
This is a photograph of a prescription slip on which Dr. Frances Proctor Ames wrote medical notes. The verso and recto both feature names of patients, though the recto also features some information about the patients.
This is a photograph of a prescription slip. It includes bloodroot as an ingredient for the treatment. The note is undated.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by an unknown person. It is undated. It features the recipe for the medication as well as instructions for the patient.
Recipe for Cough Syrup written by Dr. Chasis Rufus, undated
This is a photograph of a recipe for cough syrup written by a Dr. Chasis Rufus. The verso features the recipe for cough syrup, and the recto features the instructions for patient use.
This is a photograph of a prescription written by Dr. Frances Proctor Ames. It features a recipe for a treatment and is undated.
This is a photograph of medical notes. It appears to be written by a Dr. Bond and is undated. They discuss treating whooping cough, as well as other diseases.
Letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames, August 10, 1922
Letter writing ; Ames, Frances Proctor, 1856-1948
This is a photograph of a letter written by Louise Downer Benzing and sent to Dr. Frances Proctor Ames on August 10, 1922. The first page, verso, depicts page one and four, and the second page, recto, depicts page two and three.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Marguerite in Gounod's Faust
A person wearing a long historical dress and bonnet sits on a cushioned stone bench beside a pond with water lilies. An open jewelry box rests on the bench and handwritten script is visible across the lower portion of the dress and border. Printed agency text and a name appear along the bottom margin.
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State University of New York at Buffalo. Music Library
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Person wearing a hooded cloak and lace-trimmed sleeves sits at a desk and follows text in an open notebook with a finger. A stack of tied boxes and scattered items including paper and a small bottle are arranged on the desk nearby. The scene is presented in black-and-white and shows a close-up view of the workspace.
A full-length studio portrait shows a person standing with hands clasped at the chest, wearing a short capelet over a high-waisted skirt with horizontal bands and a small hanging pouch. The backdrop is plain and the photograph bears a photographer's signature, "De Bellis N.Y.", in the lower right. The attire appears to be a historical or theatrical costume.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Manon in Massenet's Manon
Black-and-white studio portrait showing a performer wearing an ornate period dress with a fitted corset bodice and full floral skirt. The subject stands with hands resting on the skirt, facing the camera under high-key lighting. A handwritten autograph and inscription appear in green ink in the upper left corner. The photograph features soft-focus lighting and theatrical styling.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Fiordiligi in Mozart's Cosi fan tutte
A formal studio portrait showing a person wearing a fitted Victorian-style dress with a lace-up bodice, ruffled sleeves, and a decorative hat adorned with flowers. The subject holds a slender cane and wears a choker and drop earrings. The lower right corner bears a handwritten autograph and inscription, and the backdrop is softly lit to create vignette lighting.
A person stands wearing a floor-length historical ball gown with ornate embroidered trim and off-the-shoulder sleeves. The hairstyle is an elaborate updo and the person wears a large necklace and matching earrings. A handwritten autograph and inscription appears across the lower right of the print. The setting includes chairs and paneled walls that suggest a dressing room area.
A person stands wearing a voluminous off-the-shoulder ball gown with ornate embroidered trim down the front and a full panniered skirt. The outfit includes elbow-length sleeves with draped fabric, a large jeweled necklace, and a tall beaded headpiece topped with a feather. The setting is an indoor room with chairs and a radiator visible in the background.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Donna Anna in Mozart's Don Giovanni
Black-and-white studio portrait showing a person wearing a dark velvet dress and a sheer veil with polka dots. Multiple-strand beaded necklace and drop earring are visible, and one hand is placed at the chest. Lighting produces a high-contrast tonal range typical of classic studio portraiture.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Countess Almaviva in Mozart's Nozze de Figaro
Formal publicity portrait showing a person wearing an ornate 18th-century style gown, powdered wig, and holding a folding fan while standing on stone steps by flowering shrubs. A columned building is visible in the background. A light ink dedication and handwritten signature cross the lower right, and a printed name appears in the bottom margin. The print is monochrome with strong contrast.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Mimi in Puccini's La Boheme
Person wearing a dark ruffled dress with a high ruffled collar and a bow at the neckline holds a lit candle in an ornate holder and saucer. The long sleeves have a contrasting light lining and the apron displays stitched letters. A plain curtain backdrop and monochrome toning indicate a staged portrait.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Minnie in Puccini's Fanciulla del West
A person in a western outfit including a cowboy hat, embroidered vest, decorative belt, and scarf stands leaning on a wooden fence next to a saddle. The outdoor setting shows trees in the background. A handwritten inscription and autograph span the lower margin.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Cio Cio San in Puccini's Madama Butterfly
Studio portrait of a person wearing a silk kimono and floral hair ornaments, holding a folding fan in a three-quarter pose. The photograph bears a red ink inscription reading "Merry Christmas 1957" and a cursive signature across the lower left. The portrait has soft lighting and a neutral background.