Milton H. Sevy speech, 1914

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Sevy, Milton H.
Title
Milton H. Sevy speech
Dates
1914 (inclusive)
Quantity
1 folder, (0.25 linear feet)
Collection Number
MS 0403
Summary
The Milton H. Sevy speech (1914) consist of a graduation address delivered by Sevy at the University of Utah on 3 June 1914. In his address, he urged graduates to get involved in political matters and warned them not to be too conservative.
Repository
University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library
University of Utah
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City, UT
84112-0860

Telephone: 8015818863
special@library.utah.edu
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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Further information on Sevy and the situation surrounding his speech can be found in the American Association of University Professors Report of the Committee of Inquiry on Conditions at the University of Utah (July 1915).

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Milton H. Sevy speech (1914) consist of a graduation address delivered by Sevy at the University of Utah on 3 June 1914. In his address, he urged graduates to get involved in political matters and warned them not to be too conservative. This speech sparked disapproval from the Governor of Utah and affected political conditions within the university setting. Many faculty members resigned as a result.

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Restrictions on Use

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Preferred Citation

Collection Name, Collection Number, Box Number, Folder Number. Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library, The University of Utah.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Processing Note

Processed by Sharon Thorup in 1984.

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Baccalaureate addresses--University of Utah

Corporate Names

  • University of Utah--History

Form or Genre Terms

  • Speeches