The group consists of 12 letters from Lovancia Pease (1821-1912, enrolled 1839-1841) and classmates Rhodelia Cole and Fanny Hovey at Oberlin, 1839-1841; copies of five letters from her mother, Lucinda Pease, 1839-40; notes on Alice Welch Cowles' lectures, 1839; a printed essay, c. 1868, focused on the "woman question" and titled "Lost Image Found," by Lovancia P. Lyman; a sketch of her life; photographs; genealogical information; song books; and other related items.

Series 1. Biographical, 1839, 1899, 1912, 1933 (1 folder)

This series consists of biographical information for Lovancia Pease, including a sketch, matriculation slip for the Oberlin Collegiate Institute, 1839, and her obituary, April 5, 1912. A copy of "The Lost Image Found" and a statement concerning her authorship of this writing is included. Also contained in this series is biographical information concerning Peter Pinder Pease.

Series 2. Correspondence, 1839-1841, 1933 (1 folder)

The correspondence series includes letters received and written by Lovancia Pease Lyman while a student at the Oberlin Collegiate Institute. Correspondents included Mrs. Lucinda Pease (mother), students (i.e., Rhodelia Cole, Fanny Hovey), and a letter from C. Cole to Mrs. Lucinda Pease. The letters describe Lovancia Pease's student days at Oberlin, including her coursework, singing, and her work with local children. Two letters, date 1933, describe the transfer of Lovancia Pease Lyman's paper to Oberlin College. The series is contained in one folder. The contents of the folder are cited in the inventory. Letters are original unless otherwise noted on the inventory.

Series 3. Materials Relating to Student Days at the Oberlin Collegiate Institute, 1838-39, n.d. (2 folders)

Consists of notes for lecture, hymns, songbooks, and commencement programs. The inventory contains the contents listing for both folders.