Ruth McIntosh Collection

Collection

Identifier: M253

Staff Only

Abstract

This collection contains the cheerleading uniform worn by Ruth McIntosh who in 1939 she became the first female cheerleader at The University of Denver. The newspaper article gives the story of her debut as a cheerleader and the photographs show her in uniform.

Dates

1939

Creator

Haug, Donna (Person)

Language of Materials

Materials are primarily in English.

Biographical / Historical

The cheerleading uniform in this collection was worn by Ruth McIntosh who was a student at the University of Denver from 1938-1942. During her sophomore year in 1939 she became the first female cheerleader at DU.

Extent

1.75 Linear Feet (1 container)

Additional Description

Scope and Contents

This collection contains the first female cheerleading uniform from the University of Denver worn by Ruth McIntosh. It also contains a photocopy of a newspaper article about McIntosh and 2 photographs of her in the uniform.