James C. Getzen papers, 1888-1890.

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James C. Getzen papers, 1888-1890.

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The Getzen papers contain several publications including a copy of the first issue of a campus newspaper, the FAC Cadet Herald, which includes a transcript of his commencement oration. The collection also contains ten letters sent to Getzen including several from a college friend, J. H. Congleton. Congleton mentions that both he and Getzen were members of the fraternity Alpha Tau Omega, although an ATO chapter at Lake City was not recognized until 1904. Other items include a committee report from a secret student society and cadet drill instructions.

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Florida Agricultural College (Lake City, Fla.)

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Alpha Tau Omega. Alpha Omega Chapter (University of Florida)

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Getzen, James C.

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James C. Getzen was a member of the first graduating class (Class of 1889) of the Florida Agricultural College at Lake City. Getzen was from Fort White and entered the college when it opened in 1884. He was Captain of Company A of the college cadet battalion. From the description of James C. Getzen papers, 1888-1890. (University of Florida). WorldCat record id: 39156408 ...

Florida. State Agricultural College

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