| Administrative History | The purpose of the Ladies Club was 'the promotion of social intercourse amongst its members'. The Ladies Club was established in 1926 by Lady Adam Smith, wife of the Principal of the University, Sir George Adam Smith. Members of the Ladies Club were required to pay an annual subscription. Those eligible for membership were 'Wives of Members of the University Court; Wives of Past & Present Professors; Readers; Lectures & Assistants; past & present women Lecturers & Assistants; and others who may be elcted on the recommendation of the Committee.' The President of the Club was always the wife of the Principal of the University. Also appointed were two Vice-Presidents, two Secretaries, the first of whom was also the Treasurer, and a committee of six elected members. The club was to meet on the last Thursday in November, January and February, and a summer outing, with the Annual Business meeting taking place during the summer term. The Club is still inoperation and meets regularly, inviting speakers to come and talk to them on topics of interest. |
| Custodial History | The records have been held successively by the Club Secretaries and Treasurers. |
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