William A. Alexander Memorial Coliseum Campaign Records, 1950-1956.

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William A. Alexander Memorial Coliseum Campaign Records, 1950-1956.

Records include correspondence, administrative materials, promotional materials, reports, and invitations documenting the fund-raising efforts of the volunteer corps.

.20 linear feet.

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Dodd, Robert Lee, 1908-1988.

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Alexander, William P. (William Prindle), 1881-1956

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William Anderson Alexander (1889-1950) graduated from Georgia Tech in 1912 with a degree in Civil Engineering. After graduation, he became a mathematics instructor and assistant football coach under John Heisman. In 1920, he became head football coach, a position he maintained until his retirement in 1944. Alexander is remembered for his numerous wins and for taking Georgia Tech to four bowl games. From the description of William Anderson Alexander Papers, 1718-1964 [bulk 1922-1958]....

Georgia Institute of Technology. Alexander Memorial Coliseum.

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Barron, Carter T., 1905-1950

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Carter Tate Barron was a Georgia Tech football star of the early 1920s and later was an important theatre executive and manager of several theatres in Atlanta and Washington, D.C. His friends included numerous luminaries from both the entertainment field and politics. The Carter Barron Ampitheatre in Washington, D.C. is named after him. From the description of Carter Tate Barron papers, 1920-1950. (University of Georgia). WorldCat record id: 302283327 ...

William A. Alexander Memorial Coliseum Campaign.

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The idea for the Alexander Memorial Coliseum as a living memorial to William A. Alexander, longtime football coach and athletic association director, was conceived shortly after his death in April 1950. The coliseum was dedicated on October 27, 1956. From the description of William A. Alexander Memorial Coliseum Campaign Records, 1950-1956. (Georgia Institute of Technology). WorldCat record id: 48378035 ...