Smart, James Henry, 1841-1900
Dates
- Existence: 1841 - 1900
Biography
James Henry Smart (June 30, 1841 – February 21, 1900) was an American educator and administrator who served as the fourth president of Purdue University from August 23, 1883, until his death in 1900. An initiative of his led to the founding of the organization today known as the Big Ten Conference in 1896.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
James Henry Smart letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 866368
Mss 866368
Date(s):
1866-06-18
Scope and Contents
Letter from James Henry Smart in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Asa Dodge Smith, telling him that Mr. Wilcox has been a successful teacher. The trustees would like Smith to recommend another Dartmouth graduate.