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Language
English
Abstract
Photocopied obituaries regarding Alexander Martin, the first President of West Virginia University (1867-1875), from several
newspapers, including the New York Christian Advocate (12-12-1893), the Indianapolis Journal, and the Wellsville Union (a
weekly Republican newspaper from Ohio). The collection also includes biographical sketches that outline the life of Alexander
Martin covering his immigration from Nairn, Scotland (north Britain); his years as an educator and preacher; and his service
as President to both West Virginia University (WVU) and DePauw University.
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Preferred Citation
[Description and date of item], [Box/folder number], West Virginia University, Alexander Martin, President, Obituaries and
Other Material, A&M 3658, West Virginia and Regional History Center, West Virginia University Libraries, Morgantown, West
Virginia.
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