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Eaton--Irene Davis (Ma Commons) (Class of 1921)

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1 The women who made UNI
Christensen--Caroline (Student--2021)
Northern Iowan 118:42, p.01
3/21/2022 The Northern Iowan continues their Women's History Month coverage, writing about some of the prominent women from the university's history: Mavis Holmes, Frances Webster, Irene Eaton, and Anna Lawther; photo.
2 "Heroes" set as 1981 theme
Old Gold 0:0, p.66
6/1/1982 The theme for the 1981 homecoming week was "Heroes," and they celebrated in style; photo.
3 Homecoming/Reunion weekend 1981
Alumnus 66:4, p.8
12/1/1981 Activity highlights; photo.
4 Ma Commons: 81 and going strong
Ruba--Michelle
Northern Iowan 78:12, p.8
10/9/1981 Former ISTC student and Commons hostess Irene "Ma Commons" Eaton was made grand marshal of this year's Homecoming parade; photo.
5 Untitled
Holley--Charles E. (Class of 1984)
Northern Iowan 78:11, p.9
10/6/1981 The grand marshall of the parade, Irene Eaton, waves; photo
6 Alumni to be honored
Taft--Mike
Northern Iowan 78:9, p.6
9/29/1981 Class reunions will be held; Irene Eaton will be Grand Marshall of parade.
7 Irene Eaton to be Grand Marshal of UNI Homecoming parade
Public Relations News Release 1981:65, p.1
9/28/1981 Irene Eaton, a 1921 graduate of UNI and former hostess of the Commons from 1937 until her retirement in 1972, will be the Grand Marshall in the Homecoming parade; received Alumni Service award in 1964.
8 Ma Commons recalls the '50s
Alumnus 60:4, p.3
12/1/1975 Irene Eaton reminisces; plans for new life with family on Guam; photo.
9 George Holmes reminisces
Lounsberry--Barbara Severin (Classes of 1969 and 1971; English Faculty)
Alumnus 56:3, p.7
9/1/1971 Mr. Holmes recalls the UNI presidents with whom he has worked and the various challenges that UNI has faced; photo.
10 Old friends meet again
Alumnus 53:3, p.18
9/1/1968 Winners of Alumni Service Awards honored; photo.
11 'What of Game?'
Eaton--Irene Davis (Ma Commons) (Class of 1921)
Northern Iowan 64:54, p.2
5/7/1968 Questions name change.
12 Lettermen make Mrs. Eaton I-Club member
Northern Iowan 64:7, p.1
10/3/1967 Made honorary life member; photo.
13 Night hostess since 1935, she's served four prexys
Christie--Richard
College Eye 63:18, p.3
11/15/1966 Irene Eaton, Commons night hostess for 31 years, was voted "Most Popular Girl" on campus last spring; photo.
14 Ma Commons wins popularity title
Alumnus 51:3, p.17
9/1/1966 Irene Eaton and Professor Eiklor honored by Men's Union; photo.
15 Mrs. Eaton, Dr. Eiklor chosen by SCI men
College Eye 60:47, p.1
4/15/1966 Professor Eiklor selected favorite prof; Mrs. Eaton selected most popular girl; photo.
16 Loyalty, enthusiasm mark SCI's 'number one fan'
Nolan--John Charles (J.C.) (Student--1965)
College Eye 59:18, p.8
2/12/1965 Irene Eaton, Commons night hostess, attends games and practices; photo.
17 Alumni Service Awards to be presented
Alumnus 49:2, p.14
5/1/1964 List of those who will be honored.
18 Untitled
Eaton--Irene Davis (Ma Commons) (Class of 1921)
College Eye 50:32, p.7
5/22/1959 Mrs. Eaton urges everyone to question rumors before believing them.
19 Mrs. Eaton recalls; seven men's suits and one dress found in Commons closet
Fromm--Geraldine G. (Class of 1959)
College Eye 48:4, p.5
10/5/1956 A look at Irene Eaton's duties; her observations on the Commons.
20 Committee plans benefit auction
College Eye 47:15, p.1
1/20/1956 Seeking donations to auction.
21 Benefit auction tomorrow sells all from dinners to haircuts
College Eye 46:16, p.1
1/21/1955 A look at some of the auction items; photo.
22 Alums from 1898 to 1948 exchange old and new memories
Alumnus 32:3, p.4
7/1/1948 Highlights of reunion; photo.
23 Seeks funds for campus chapel
Bodein--Vernon P. (Religious Activities Director)
Alumnus 31:4, p.5
10/1/1947 Class of 1922 may begin fund drive for chapel building on campus
24 Alumni attend their first post-war reunion
Alumnus 30:3, p.3
7/1/1946 Over three hundred alumni attend first reunion since 1942; description of program; photo.
25 College hails victory; snake dances form as surrender news spreads; Dr. Bodein addresses 550 at victory day convocation in Auditorium
College Eye 36:44, p.1
8/17/1945 Description of V-J Day celebrations; five hundred attend convocation; photo.
26 Another award to Capt. Olsen
Alumnus 28:1, p.4
1/1/1944 Roy W. Olsen, killed in action June 23, 1943, awarded Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, and Silver Star; description of the battle in which he was killed; photo.
27 The alumni had a good time
Alumnus 25:3, p.23
7/1/1941 Reunion activities; Mrs. Bartlett donates to debate award.

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