Henderson Library at Upper Iowa A Memorial to Dead Statesman
Upper Iowa University honors former House Speaker David B Henderson with a two story pressed brick library building named for him. The facility spans 87 by 70 feet, houses large reading rooms, two lecture halls and two literary society halls, and contains about 14 000 volumes with current newspapers from Iowa and Chicago. An endowment drive seeks 2 500 additional volumes to expand departmental resources and keep the library a central student work space.
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Parker Elm Memorial at Upper Iowa University
The famous Parker Elm stands at the campus foot, planted by Jr CG Parker of Company Twelfth Iowa Regiment as the unit left for battle in 1861. A tablet to commemorate the event was erected by Dr Parker Jr, J Parker, and Charles Parker. The elm remains a town landmark admired by residents and noted in local history.
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Univer City
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Charles Parker
University
Lyjnesontist
David B. Menderson
Finish line worth of college years misread in riddle
A fragmented quotation ponders the value of college years estimating each year’s worth from one to five, noting the first year worth one and the subsequent years increasing, with the last years valued higher than the sum of earlier years in a garbled riddle-like calculation.
LIFTS COMMERCIAL WORK AT Upper Iowa University
Upper Iowa University plans to admit high grade commercial subjects into collegiate courses. Credit will be given for commercial branches including stenography and bookkeeping enabling graduates to become commercial teachers or business leaders with strong arithmetic, languages, sciences, and practical skills.
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Upper Town University Seeks Gymnasium Funding
Students at Upper Town University in Pasette demand a new gymnasium to boost athletics and student life. Parkersburg’s CGC Wolf offers a conditional grant of at least $30,000 to clear the school’s debts in exchange for building a coeducational facility vital to the institution’s program. The project aligns with a long tradition of strong athletic competition.
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College for the Ambitious A Poor Man's Path to College
A 1910 Upper Iowa University tale notes three fourths of the class at Marette Pell through self funding to attend college. It highlights perseverance and access for ambitious youths and the chances for both poor men and women to pursue higher education.
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Upper Iowa University Campus on Hilltop in Fayette Iowa
Upper Iowa University sits on a hilltop campus of 14 moves with seven buildings in Fayette Iowa. The town is described as healthful and picturesque, designed as an educational center attracting culture and intelligence with no liquor saloons or gaming resorts.
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Growth and Endowment Drive at Upper Iowa University
A historical look at Upper Iowa University Fayette its founding via Fayette Seminary in 1857 and evolution through presidents and expansions. The article highlights a a half million endowment campaign begun to bolster finances and growth, and traces long tenure changes from seminary days to university status. It notes significant building projects and student growth since 1860s, with 7000+ students enrolled since 1857 and 507 graduates, including 108 women.
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Reunion of War Veterans at Upper Iowa College
An 1861 company formed at Upper Iowa College under Capt. Wm. N. Warner drilled on campus then became Company C of the Twelfth Iowa Regiment. A campus reunion Sept 26 28 marks the semi centennial departure. Notables from Wayette and the G.A.R. plan ceremonies with veterans invited. Col. David Henderson and Phineas R. Ketchum are linked to college history.
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Andrew Carnegie
Sixteen Victories Without Defeat by Upper Iowa Team
Upper Iowa University posted a pristine 16 game, 0 loss season claim in 1900s upstate Iowa. The squad defeated ten college teams, scored 104 runs while allowing 27, and posted strong bat and base running, led by Guy Newcomer at .600. Coach Dr. John Dorman, an alumnus and former Georgetown shortstop, guided the team to dominance.
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Upper Iowa
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Georgetown University
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Independent College Leader Dr Cooper Praised in Iowa Speech
unfolds a profile of Dr. Thrhiiil Wate Cooper of Upper Iowa University, detailing his background as a Delaware native and Wesleyan graduate. Describes his role in promoting church-backed moral leadership, education’s national impact, and his career tracing from Wesleyan Academy to Northwestern universities and beyond.
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Delaware
Methodist Church
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Middletown
Conn
Wesseyan Academy
Northwest
Upper Iowa students gather for extempore feast at campus
A list of prominent educators and leaders attends an Upper Iowa University event with a focus on training for wellness and public service. Notable attendees include Banker B. W. Lacy of Dubuque, Milo St. Maltbie of New York, Charles G. Shade of Black Rapids, and many university professors. A quoted maxim from George MacDonald closes the notice.
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Rack Rapids
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School Board of Chicago
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Rows L. Pinney
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Dikota Wesleyan University
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Morningside College
R. J. Wylie
Department of Chemistry
J. L. GilIn
Department of Politcal Science
State University of Iowe
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Iowa State Teachers’ College
Fred Windsel
Miami University
Karl I. Gelser
Ova Mn College
Grant J. Finch
Montana State Normal College
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Cilenzo Public Schools
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Cay Rett Biblical Institute
Earl Taylor
Methodist Church
John R. Mott
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