John Eldridge Drewry papers, 1925-1983.

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John Eldridge Drewry papers, 1925-1983.

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The collection consists of papers of John Eldridge Drewry from 1925-1983. Includes manuscripts of Drewry's books, pamphlets, and articles; class materials; book reviews; photographs; scrapbooks containing clippings on Drewry and University of Georgia activities; speeches to the Georgia Press Institute; printed material; and correspondence. The materials relate to Drewry's various publications, the Henry W. Grady School of Journalism, and the establishment and administration of the George Foster Peabody Awards.

20 linear ft.

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Henry W. Grady School of Journalism

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Georgia Press Institute

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Drewry, John E. (John Eldridge), 1902-

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"Born June 4, 1902 in Griffin, Ga., [John E.] Drewry attended the University of Georgia and was the second graduate of the journalism program in 1922. After completing his masters at UGA and proceeding to Columbia for further postgraduate work, he succeeded founder S.V. Sanford as director of the school in 1932, and accepted the position of dean when it was created in 1940. That same year he helped create the Peabody Awards recognizing excellence in broadcasting. Dean Drewry played a large role ...