Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Inauguration of William Lyne Wilson, as President of Washington and Lee University, Lexington, Virginia (1897)"" is a historical account of the inauguration ceremony of William Lyne Wilson, the new president of Washington and Lee University. The book was published by the university itself and serves as a record of the event that took place in 1897.The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides a detailed description of the inauguration ceremony. The first section introduces the new president, William Lyne Wilson, and provides background information about his life and career. The second section describes the preparations that were made for the inauguration ceremony, including the decorations, music, and speeches that were planned.The third section of the book provides a detailed account of the actual inauguration ceremony. This section includes descriptions of the processional, the prayers, and the speeches that were given by various dignitaries and members of the university community. The fourth section of the book includes transcripts of the speeches that were given during the ceremony, including Wilson's inaugural address.Overall, ""The Inauguration of William Lyne Wilson, as President of Washington and Lee University, Lexington, Virginia (1897)"" is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the history of this prestigious university and the inauguration of one of its most notable presidents. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of higher education in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
