Resignation correspondence, 1828
Scope and Contents
This sub-subseries documents the resignation of John T. Kirkland as Harvard University president in April 1828 and illustrates the high esteem in which the students and faculty held Kirkland during his tenure as Harvard president. The sub-subseries contains Kirkland's letter of resignation and his farewell address to the students at Harvard; addresses given to Kirkland from Harvard alumni, Harvard officers and instructors, and the senior and sophomore classes, expressing their gratitude and affection towards Kirkland for his service to Harvard University. Harvard Corporation votes accepting Kirkland's resignation, acknowledging his service to the University, and continuing his salary until commencement are also found in this sub-subseries.
Dates
- Creation: 1828
Researcher Access
Permission of the University Archives is required for access to the Papers of John T. Kirkland. Researchers are advised to use published versions of these papers, both because of the fragility of the originals and their eighteenth and nineteenth-century orthography. Please consult the reference staff for further details. Additional restrictions may apply.
Extent
17 foldersProcessing Information
The documents in this sub-subseries were arranged chronologically by the archivist.
Creator
- From the Collection: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
Holding nearly four centuries of materials, the Harvard University Archives is the principal repository for the institutional records of Harvard University and the personal archives of Harvard faculty, as well as collections related to students, alumni, Harvard-affiliates and other associated topics. The collections document the intellectual, cultural, administrative and social life of Harvard and the influence of the University as it emerged across the globe.
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