John E. Drewry papers, 1920-2000.

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John E. Drewry papers, 1920-2000.

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The John E. Drewry Papers reveal Drewry as a reporter, author, student, instructor, dean and dean emeritis through correspondence, notes, manuscripts, photographs and newspaper clippings. Located within Drewry's papers are unique insights into the world of magazine and newpaper publishing in America at mid-twentieth century. There are copies of many of Drewry's lectures and speeches over the years plus documentation of his involvement in organizations such as the Georgia Scholastic Press Association and the Georgia Collegiate Press Association. Additionally Drewry's involvement with the Peabody Awards from their inception in 1940 is represented through correspondence and photographs. Box 15 includes a folder of personal correspondence from 1931-1937 regarding Kathleen Drewry. These letters have been photocopied from originals held by the Hargrett Library and have been added to this accession for the information they add regarding Drewry's life.

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University of Georgia. International Student Life Office

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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 ...