Daniel B. Parkinson papers, 1897-1913.

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Daniel B. Parkinson papers, 1897-1913.

This small collection of lectures and addresses made by Daniel B. Parkinson is, unfortunately, undated. It is presumed that the speeches were made during Dr. Parkinson's years at Southern Illinois Normal University as President, 1897-1913, and that perhaps some of the lectures were made while he was teaching Physics and Chemistry, 1894-1897.

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Southern Illinois State Normal University

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Parkinson, Daniel B.

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A founding father of Southern Illinois Normal University, Parkinson belonged to its original eight-member faculty. During his career, he taught physical science here, became secretary of the faculty, registrar and vice president before being promoted to Southern's highest post in 1897. The University embarked on a building boom under Parkinson's guidance. Among the notable additions: the $25,000 Wheeler Library (a graceful building now known as Wheeler Hall in central ca...