Lecture notes on John W. Abercrombie, MSS.0002

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.Scope and Content 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.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