David Lockmiller collection, 1942-1980.

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David Lockmiller collection, 1942-1980.

Personal papers, manuscripts, photographs, newspaper clippings, scrapbooks, and memorabilia of Dr. David Lockmiller (bulk 1942-1972). Most of the collection relates to his years as President of the University of Chattanooga. Among letters, addresses, and honors, this collection includes a letter to the UC Class of 2049, a scrapbook documenting the university's 70th anniversary celebration, and an autograph letter signed from President Nixon. The collection also includes four scrapbooks and many degrees and honors awarded to Dr. Lockmiller. Although primarily personal in nature, this collection contains many items related to the history of UC in the mid-twentieth century. Lockmiller's personal papers illustrate UC connections with prominent persons in the Chattanooga, Methodist, and higher education communities.

8.0 linear ft. 10 boxes

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Lockmiller, David A. (David Alexander), 1906-2005

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Dr. David A. Lockmiller (1906-2005) served as president of the University of Chattanooga from 1942 to 1959. Born in Athens, Tennessee, Lockmiller earned a B.Ph. and M.A. from Emory University, LL.C. from Cumberland University, and Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina. He also attended sessions at Oxford University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Paris. He practiced law in Missouri from 1929-1934. He left law for academia when he took a position as instructor of history a...

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

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University of Chattanooga

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