Medal, Prize
Object number2003.44.15
Date1941
MediumMetal
Credit LineGift of Beatrice Harper
DescriptionCircular bronze-colored metal medal with wavy edges. At top is a loop and a hook for attaching to a chain. On the front is the head and arm of a woman - her arm is extended and she holds an olive branch wreath in her hand. Inscriptions on front and back.DimensionsDiameter: 1.25 in. (3.2 cm)InscriptionsOn front: "TIS DEEDS / MUST WIN / THE PRIZE / PITTSBURGH / HIGH SCHOOLS / DEPT OF / HYGIENE".
On back: "HIGHEST ATHLETIC POINT WINNER".
Historical NotesMedal awarded to Mildred Allen by the Pittsburgh High School Department of Hygiene in 1941 as a graduate of Fifth Avenue High School. Allen went on to help develop the Tri Boro Softball League and served as its commissioner during much of its existence in 1960-1976. She also played and coached the Satellites softball team (1960-1976). Donated by Mildred Allen's daughter, Beatrice M. Harper.
Previous owner
Mildred Martin Allen
(1924 - 2003)
Related institution
Satellites
Related institution
Tri-Boro Softball League
(1960 - 1975)
Related institution
Pittsburgh High School Department of Hygiene
Subjects
On View
On view
2011
2005
