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Dr. John L. Plyler Presidential Papers, 1927-1964

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Collection Summary

Title Dr. John L. Plyler Presidential Papers
Span Dates 1927-1964
Record Group No. 03/010 Office of the President, Dr. John Laney Plyler
Creator Plyler, John Laney, 1894-1966
Extent 71.31 linear feet (171 boxes)
Language English
Processing History Students rehoused the collection in 2011. Julia A. Cowart created the finding aid in 2020.
Collection Summary Material relating to John L. Plyler’s tenure as university president from 1939-1964; his participation in local and state educational organizations; and his interaction with other education professionals and government agencies.