Andrew Wylie assumed the position as the first president of Indiana College in 1829, and he died on 11 November 1851 of pneumonia which he developed after accidentally cutting his leg while chopping wood. This collection consists of Andrew Wylie’s personal papers, and includes records documenting Wylie’s tenure at Jefferson and Washington Colleges; correspondence with family and professional colleagues; Wylie’s sermons, lectures, and writings; bills, contracts, and receipts relating primarily to building and maintaining the family residence; and biographical information on Wylie.
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