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Summary |
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| Creator: | Lewis, William Dodge, 1870-1960. |
| Title: | William Dodge Lewis Papers |
| Dates: | 1888-1952 |
| Size: | 1.75 linear feet |
| Abstract: | Manuscripts of William Dodge Lewis' published works and memorabilia |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
University Archives, Special Collections Research Center Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Ave., Suite 600 Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center/university-archives |
Biography
William Dodge Lewis (1870-1960) was an educator, writer, and alumnus of Syracuse University. He graduated from the University with a Bachelors of Arts in 1892, a Master's Degree in 1895, and was awarded an honorary Doctorate in 1917 and the top alumni prize, the George Arents Metal, in 1952. He was part of the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity and was president of his sophomore class during his attendance. After obtaining his Master's degree, Lewis entered the field of education and worked as both a teacher and a principal. He began his career in education in the Syracuse public school system where he was principal of the Prescott Grammar school, head of the English department at Syracuse High School (now Central High School), and first principal of North High School in 1908. In 1910, Lewis became principal of the William Penn High school in Philadelphia, PA until 1919. He became the Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction for the State of Pennsylvania until 1923. During his time as principal at William Penn High School, Lewis developed a textbook department for the John C. Winston Company and accepted the editor-in-chief position at the company in 1923. Over the course of his career, he published more than 40 English textbooks. He retired in 1942 but continued to write and publish eductional materials until his death in 1960.
Scope and Content Note
The William Dodge Lewis Papers consist of manuscripts of his written works including his Phrase Book, English Grade 6, and Shakespeare Said It as well as articles written by Lewis, and certificates he received. Also included is a scrapbook documenting Lewis's time as a student at Syracuse University, containing programs, ticket stubs, newspaper clippings, and other materials concerning student traditions and organizations, as well as two scrapbooks from William Penn High School.
Restrictions
Access Restrictions
Please note that the collection is housed off-site, and advance notice is required to allow time to have the materials brought to the Reading Room on campus.
Use Restrictions
Written permission must be obtained from the Syracuse University Archives and all relevant rights holders before publishing quotations, excerpts or images from any materials in this collection.
Related Material
More information on William Dodge Lewis can be found in the Syracuse University Clipping Files.
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
William Dodge Lewis Papers,
University Archives,
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries
Acquisition Information
Gift of Jessie Louise Lewis in 1962 and 1966.
Processing Information
Materials were placed in acid-free folders in acid-free boxes.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: Ariana Spatola
Date: May 2019
Revision history: April 2025- Box 3 with Syracuse University scrapbook added, stylistic changes.
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