Lecture notes on John W. Abercrombie
Collection
Identifier: MSS-0002
Scope and Contents note
Notes for a class lecture on Abercrombie. Includes information on the construction of University buildings during his tenure, as well as his conflicts with former acting president and Latin professor William S. Wyman.
Dates
- not dated
Restrictions
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Biographical/Historical note
Alabama educator. President of the University of Alabama, 1902-1911. Advocate of higher academic standards and a founder of the Association of Alabama Colleges.
Extent
0.05 Linear Feet (1 item)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Notes for a class lecture on Abercrombie, president of the University of Alabama. Includes information on the construction of University buildings during his tenure, as well as his conflicts with former acting president and Latin professor William S. Wyman.
Provenance
Gift of John A. Taber
- Title
- Guide to Lecture Notes on John W. Abercrombie
- Status
- Completed
- Date
- May 2009
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the The University of Alabama Libraries Special Collections Repository