Papers presented at a conference held at Maryville College on March 7, 1968.
Includes bibliographical references.
St. Louis 1818, by G.R. Brooks.--Philippine Duchesne: pioneer educator, by D.G. Holland.--Sidelights and souvenirs, by H.L.C. Hardaway.--The restoration of St. Ferdinand's: the church, the convent, and rectory, by G. Kramer.--Education in St. Louis before 1818, by J.F. McDermott