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President Harlow with a man at a top of steps located between Mountainlair and Stewart Hall.

1. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow (at Right)

First president of WVU.

2. West Virginia University President Alexander Martin

First President of WVU.  Copied from WVU: An Early Portrait by James Dawson.

3. West Virginia University President Alexander Martin

A portrait of President John Rhey Thompson.

4. West Virginia University President John Rhey Thompson

A portrait of President William L. Wilson; the caption reads 'Author of "Wilson Bill."'

5. West Virginia University President William L. Wilson

6. West Virginia University President Eli Marsh Turner

Portrait of WVU President Goodknight.

7. West Virginia University President James L. Goodknight

Portrait of James L. Goodknight, WVU President 1895-1897.

8. West Virginia University President James L. Goodknight

Portrait of James Lincoln Goodknight, WVU President 1895/06/13-1897/08/06.

9. West Virginia University President James L. Goodknight

President Goodknight at his desk in his office.

10. West Virginia University President James L. Goodknight

11. West Virginia University President (1901-1911) Daniel Boardman Purinton, Dean Charles E. Hogg (Law), Dr. P. B. Reynolds

Inauguration of President Thomas Edward Hodges is held in Woodburn Circle in front of Martin Hall.

12. Inauguration of President Thomas Edward Hodges, West Virginia University

13. Inauguration of President Thomas Edward Hodges at Martin Hall, West Virginia University

G. C. Baker, Otto Sigwart, Gen. Elliot, National Guard, Russell Huston, and Major Butts in a car for the Inauguration of West Virginia University President Thomas Edward Hodges.

14. Inauguration of President Thomas Edward Hodges, West Virginia University

People gathered in Woodburn Circle, Taft and others likely on porch of Martin Hall.

15. President Taft at West Virginia University for Inauguration of President Hodges, Morgantown, W. Va.

Crowd gathers for the ceremony inaugurating Thomas Hodges as President of West Virginia University. Among the distinguished guests was United States President William H. Taft.

16. Inauguration of West Virginia University President Hodges, Morgantown, W. Va.

A portrait of President Thomas Edward Hodges.

17. West Virginia University President Thomas Edward Hodges

'PRESIDENT TAFT VISITS MORGANTOWN, NOV. 1, 1911- President William Howard Taft, front row center, delivered the inaugural speech Nov. 1, 1911, when Thomas Edward Hodges became president of the University. Pictured in front row, left to right are Daniel B. Purinton, Gov. W.E. Glasscock, President Taft, Mr. Hodges and Dr. I.C. White. Pictured at left on porch are (unknown) Frank Cox, left, and Henry Green, the editor of The Post. The first two men pictured in the back row could not be (named, third unsure) is James L. Lakin, fourth Maj. Butts, hero who lost his life in sinking of Titanic; fifth, a Mr. Sigwart; sixth George C. (Rodgers-unsure); seventh, H.C. Batton; eighth and ninth, unidentified: tenth, Harry Carspecken; and others, M.L. Brown, William Williams, (unknown), Benjamin Rosenbloom, Frank B. Trotter and Dr. A.M. Buckhannon. The men in uniform were members of Gov-(the rest is unclear).

18. President Taft attends West Virginia University President Thomas Hodges' Inauguration

President William Howard Taft, front row center, delivered the inaugural speech Nov. 1, 1911, when Thomas Edward Hodges, became president of the University.  Identified front row, left to right, are Daniel B. Purinton, Gov. W.E. Glasscock, President Taft, Thomas E. Hodges and Dr. I.C. White.  Left, 2nd row: Judge Frank Cox, Henry Green, editor of the Morgantown Post.  The first two men pictured in the back row could not be identified, third is James L. Lakin, fourth Maj. Butts, who lost his life in sinking of Titanic; fifth, Mr. Sigwart; sixth George C. Baker; seventh, H.C. Batton; eight and ninth, unidentified; 10th Harry Carspecken; and others, M. L. Brown, William Williams, E. Donley, Benjamin Rosenbloom, Frank B. Trotter and Dr. A.M. Buckhannon.  The men in uniform were members of the Governor's Staff.'

19. Group Portrait of United States President Taft and Guests at Inauguration of West Virginia Univesity President Thomas Edward Hodges

20. West Virginia University President Thomas Edward Hodges

A portrait of President Frank Butler Trotter.

21. West Virginia University President Frank Butler Trotter

Print number 427.

22. Inauguration of President Turner, Procession on University Avenue, Morgantown, W. Va.

Print number 422. President Turner is the man in foreground who is second from the right.

23. Inauguration of President Turner

Note on back of photograph reads: "Part of academic procession marching to Field House at West Virginia University, where Dr. John R. Turner was inaugurated on November 1928 as the State University's tenth president."

24. Inauguration of President Turner, Procession on University Avenue, Morgantown, W. Va.

'Governor Howard M. Gore, right, chief executive of West Virginia greeting Dr. John Roscoe Turner, at the inauguration exercises when Dr. Turner became president of West Virginia University.'

25. Governor Howard M. Gore Greeting President John Roscoe Turner, West Virginia University

'The military unit of West Virginia University which is commanded by regular United States Army Officers, on their way to the Inauguration Ceremony of President J.R. Turner.'

26. Marching to West Virginia University President J.R. Turner's Inauguration Ceremonies

'Part of the great crowd that packed the new Field House at West Virginia University, the inauguration of Dr. J.R. Turner as president was the first event ever held in this building.'

27. West Virginia University President John Roscoe Turner's Inauguration Ceremonies

Huge crowd in front of Field House, later named Stansbury Hall, for the inauguration of President Turner.

28. West Virginia University President John Roscoe Turner's Inauguration, Morgantown, W. Va.

'Faculty and alumni of WVU marching to the new Field House where the inaugural ceremonies took place. Left, Dr. Frank Butler Trotter, who retired as president after 10 years service.'

29. Inauguration Procession for Dr. John Roscoe Turner, West Virginia University

West Virginia University President John Roscoe Turner is photographed with Major Baldwin and the sponsors of the WVU Cadet Corps program.

30. President Turner, Major Baldwin, and the Cadet Corps Sponsors

A portrait of WVU president Chauncey Samuel Boucher.

31. West Virginia University President Chauncey S. Boucher

Portrait of WVU President Chauncey Samuel Bourcher

32. West Virginia University President Chauncey S. Boucher

33. West Virginia University President Chauncey S. Boucher

34. West Virginia University President Charles Elmer Lawall

35. West Virginia University President Irvin Stewart and Wife

Dr. Conant speaks at the inauguration of President Irvin Stewart at the Field House.

36. Dr. Conant Speaking at President Irvin Stewart's Inauguration, West Virginia University

The procession as it moved passed the Chemistry building (Clark Hall) with the Wise Library and Mineral Industry (White Hall)in the background.

37. Procession to Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

Part of the crowd at the Field House, official delegates in the first five rows.

38. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

Dr. Bush concludes his inaugural dinner address as Mrs. Conant and Mr. Thompson applaud.

39. Dr. Vannevar Bush Concludes His Address at the Inauguration Dinner of West Virginia University President Irvin Stewart

From left to right: Mrs. Salvati, Mr. Salvati, Mr. and Mrs. Thompson and Dr. Harris.

40. Guests at President Irvin Stewart's Inauguration, West Virginia University

Part of the receiving line at the reception at Elizabeth Moore Hall.

41. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

Dr. Conant congratulated by President Stewart and Mr. Salvati as he receives the honorary doctor of science hood from Mr. Neff; from left to right Dr. Irvin Stewart, Charles Neff, Dr. James B. Conant and Raymond Salvati

42. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

At the reception in Elizabeth Moore Hall: from left to right, President and Mrs. Stewart, Dr. Conant, Mrs. Bush and Dr. Bush.

43. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

West Virginia University President Irvin Stewart confers Honorary Doctor of Science Degree to Dr. Vannevar Bush as Dr. Conant looks on.

44. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

Inauguration principals in the academic procession, from left to right: Dr. Stewart, Dr. Conant, Dr. Bush, Mr. Salvati, Mr. Spurr and Mr. Neff.

45. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

Left, Alumni president Charles P. Mead speaking at the dinner; Right, Mrs. A. C. Spurr, Mr. Spurr, Mrs. K Douglas Bowers and Mr. Bowers.

46. Inauguration of President Irvin Stewart, West Virginia University

'P. G. Helicopter Takes College Head Aloft. The Post-Gazette`s helicopter on an experimental trip to Morgantown, W. Va., gave Dr. Irvin Stewart, president of the University of West Virginia, a trip over campus Wednesday. Here Dr. Stewart (left) is being congratulated by Dr. P. I. Reed, head of the college`s Journalism department, after the flight. The helicopter made an easy landing in the college stadium to the delight of 250 students.  The helicopter will be used by the Post-Gazette news staff to cover stories in the Tri-State area.'

47. P. I. Reed Congratulates Dr. Irvin Stewart after a Helicopter Flight

48. West Virginia University President (1946-1958) Irvin Stewart Shining Mark Workman's Shoes

At a president's Stewart reception, from left to right: Mr. and Mrs. John D. Hoblitzell; Gov. and Mrs. Cecil B. Underwood; Dr. and Mrs. Irvin Stewart.

49. West Virginia University President Irvin Stewart at a Reception

50. President Irvin Stewart Holds a Mirror for Graduating Student, Carley Ann Reese, West Virginia University

President and Mrs. Elvis J. Stahr are seated on the far right.

51. West Virginia University President Elvis J. Stahr, Jr. at his Inauguration Dinner

52. West Virginia University President Elvis J. Stahr, Jr. Cuts a Cake Model of the Health Sciences Center

53. West Virginia University President Elvis J. Stahr, Jr. Receives a Gift

'Inaugural Dinner Speakers, 2nd from left is Gov. Cecil Underwood.'

54. Inauguration Dinner for President Elvis Stahr, West Virginia University

'Major General Ralph W. Zwicker presents Dept. of Army Civilian Award of Appreciation to Dr. Irvin Stewart, former University President at brigade ceremony on drill field.  President Stahr in civilian clothes on reviewing stand.'

55. Dr. Irvin Stewart Accepts Army Civilian Award of Appreciation, West Virginia University

56. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller and Jennings Randolph

Julius Singleton (4th from left) speaks, on the stage with him (from left to right) Dave Jacobs; Tommy Miller; President Miller and Singleton.

57. Julius Singleton Speaks at a Pep Rally, West Virginia University

Seated, first on left Hans McCord; Bill Thompson, standing last on right; Chuck Haden, State Representative, standing sixth from left; John Pyles, standing fifth from left; Dr. Paul A. Miller, President of West Virginia University, seated, head of table.

58. Faculty and Adminstration Group Portrait, West Virginia University

Mrs. Miller (d. 1965) is seated at far left; Dr. Miller, President of WVU, is third from left.

59. West Virginia University President (1962-1966) Paul Ausmond Miller and Wife with an Unidentified Couple

60. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller (Left)

61. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller

62. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller

63. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller Entertains Guests

A photograph of President Paul Miller (center) with C.E. Silling (right), chief architect for original Medical School building, and another man inside a room in White Hall.

64. Paul Miller and Others, West Virginia University

65. West Virginia University President Elvis J. Stahr, Jr. Signing a Document

'Please Credit: U.S. Army Photograph.  The Department of the Army has no objections to the publication of this photograph.  It's use in commercial advertisement must be approved, along with copy and layout by the Public Information Division, Office of the Chief of Information, Department of the Army, the Pentagon, Washington 25, D. C.'

66. West Virginia University President Elvis J. Stahr, Jr.

Children are Paula and Tommy.

67. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller and Family

Photos of WVU Presidents are included in the display.

68. Century of Service Display in Stone and Thomas Department Store Window, Wheeling, W. Va.

A student party meeting: from left to right Sarah Meek, Charles Walls, Russ Williams, David Hardesty and Sandra Buckley.

69. Members of the Student Party Including David Hardesty, West Virginia University

A photograph of Paul Miller (center) standing with two other men.

70. Paul Miller and Others, West Virginia University

Harry Heflin (far left) and President Paul Miller (second from right) standing with other individuals in White Hall.

71. Group Portrait of Faculty and Administration, West Virginia University

A portrait of Harry Heflin (left) and Charles Trembley (right), oldest living graduate of West Virginia University.

72. Harry Heflin and Charles Trembley, West Virginia University

Student Clyde Kunst standing with another man.

73. Clyde Kunst with One of His Professors, West Virginia University

Majority Leader ( All Campus), Ron Rage, left with Dave Hardesty, right, Student Body President 1966-1967, at time Minority Leader (Student Party) in Legislature.

74. David Hardesty during His Term as Student Body President, West Virginia University

75. Dr. Harry Heflin, West Virginia University

76. West Virginia University President Paul A. Miller and Governor Hulett Smith in a Parade

Left to right:  Ralph Squires, President Harlow, Marshall Orellion, and Judy Childs.

77. West Virginia University President (1967-1977) James G. Harlow with Ralph Squires, Marshall Orellion, and Judy Childs

Left to right, Mrs. Wiles, Dr. Wiles, Dr. Harry Heflin, Colonel Reynolds.

78. Dr. Heflin and Dr. Wiles Shaking Hands, West Virginia University

79. Student Body President David Hardesty Introduces Senator Jennings Randolph, Governor Huelett Smith, and Congressman Harley Staggers, West Virginia University

WVU Birthday Dinner of Feb. 13, 1967.

80. Congressman Arch Moore, David Hardesty, Governor Smith, Thomas White, and Mrs. White at Centennial Dinner, West Virginia University

'Scene from the 100th Anniversary reception honoring Dr. and Mrs. Harry B. Heflin.  From left to right are shown: Ralph Bean, president of the WVU Board of Governors; Mrs. Heflin; Dr. Heflin; Donovan H. Bond, Exec. Dir of the 100th Anniversary observance; Mrs. Clifford Brown; David C. Hardesty, former president of the WVU student body; and Susan Brown Hardesty, Mrs. David Hardesty.

81. David Hardesty at Reception Honoring Dr. and Mrs. Harry B. Heflin, West Virginia University

President Harlow escorting Mrs. Harlow in Mountaineer Field is followed by drum major Skip Shahan and a marching band.

82. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow with his Wife

'DEPARTMENTAL ASSISTANCE GRANT- Gulf Oil Company has given the chemical engineering department at West Virginia University a $1,000 unrestricted Departmental Assistance grant. Dr. Harry Heflin, left, University vice-president of administration and finance, accepts the grant from R.K. Pearson, recruitment adviser at Gulf's Philadelphia Refinery. The grant is one of 95 that Gulf is making this year to selected departments of many universities and colleges.'

83. Harry Heflin Accepts Departmental Assistance Grant

84. Dr. Harry Heflin, West Virginia University

Dr. Harry Heflin is standing and on the left is Martin Piribek, the president of First National Bank.

85. Harry Heflin at a Banquet, West Virginia University

7th from left Elvis J. Stahr, 11th from left President James G. Harlow and 12th from left Governor Smith.

86. Inauguration of President James G. Harlow, West Virginia University

'At the table: Jack Canfield, Assistant to Governor Smith; Former WVU President Irvin Stewart; Former Governor W.W. Barron; Former Governor Okey Patterson; Mrs. Irvin Stewart on the extreme right.'

87. Dinner Guests at Centennial Celebration, West Virginia University

'David Hardesty (far left) as student body president, with David Hess, Paul Selby, and Jim Watkins.'

88. Paul Selby Speaks at a Political Meeting, West Virginia University

Congressman Arch Moore and Governor Hulett Smith and WVU President Harry Heflin on the end in the picture.

89. Governors Moore and Smith at West Virginia University Centennial Dinner

90. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow Meets with Students

91. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow Meets with Students

92. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow

93. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow

94. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow Meets with Faculty

'100th Anniversary Birthday Dinner on Feb. 13, 1967.  The banquet was delayed six days due to an unexpectedly heavy snow storm.  Cutting the birthday cake are, left to right: Governor Hulett Smith, acting WVU President Harry B. Heflin, and Congressman Arch A. Moore.'

95. Cake Cutting at Centennial Dinner, West Virginia University

96. Acting President Harry Heflin Speaks at Centennial Dinner, West Virginia University