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Lee College gains independence after Goose Creek vote in 1965
After a Goose Creek district vote on August 9 1965 Lee College becomes independent from the public school system. Richard Strahan becomes president in 1966 after George Gentry resigns. Walter Rundell departs in 1967. Library fire in 1966 prompts quick restoration aided by volunteers. Bond issue funds 115.5 acres along I 10 and North Main with 6.5 acres donated in 1967.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linner Schlobohm
Goose Creek
Lee College
Baytown
Board of Regents
J.M. Black
O.A. Boatright
Samuel Bramlett
Royal Burnside
L.J. Marsh
Alma McNulty
Warren Spivey
W.J. Strickler
John Sylvester
Walter Rundell
Strahan
North Main
Maude Moler