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Graham, Edward

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1765 - 1840

Biography

Edward Graham was a professor at Washington College in 1813; he also presided over the college library from 1813-1839.

Biography

Professor of mathematics, W&L, 1813; professor natural philosophy (and chemistry), W&L, 1825-29, secretary of board, W&L, 1811-41. See Trustees' Papers; MSS Catalog.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Ann Smith Academy Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0058
Scope and Contents

Includes 2 bound volumes of minutes of the meetings of its Board of Trustees (1807-1910), yearly reports of the various principals, miscellaneous correspondence, business papers, bills and receipts.

Dates: Inclusive 1807-1910

William Alexander Graham Narrative

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0099
Scope and Contents

A narrative of William Alexander Graham's journeys, medical training, and career from 1816-1819, in Lexington, and Abingdon, Virginia and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, taken from his diaries and letters, including references to some well-known contemporary figures like actors James Wallack and Thomas Cooper and artist Benjamin West.There is a summary of included names and places in the control folder.

Dates: Inclusive 1816-1819