Hoover, Calvin B. (Calvin Bryce), 1897-1974

Calvin Bryce Hoover (1897-1974) was an economist, a scholar, and a leader in public service. Hoover was a member of the Duke faculty from 1925 until his retirement in 1966, served as chairman of the Department of Economics from 1937-1957, and Dean of the Graduate School from 1938-1948. Hoover is widely accepted as the founder of the field of comparative economics.

From the description of Calvin B. Hoover papers, 1929-1988 (bulk 1929-1968). (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 55635828

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