Papers, 1786-1964.

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Papers, 1786-1964.

Through correspondence, diaries, photographs, newspaper clippings, and other primary source materials, the public career and personal life of Shackelford and his family is documented.

27 boxes (15 cubic ft.)

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Central University (Richmond, Ky.)

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When the Presbyterian Church in Kentucky split into northern and southern branches in 1867, both factions claimed control of Centre College in Danville. A judgment in a federal court in favor of the northern branch led the southern synod to establish Central University in Richmond in 1873. Despite small enrollments and persistent financial problems, Central ran a law school, medical and dental schools (located in Louisville), and an on-campus preparatory department. Thre...

Shackelford, W. R.

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Prominent Madison County lawyer and political leader. Circuit Judge from 1916-1936. From the description of Papers, 1786-1964. (Eastern Kentucky University). WorldCat record id: 33257067 ...