William Mitchel Daily
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William Mitchel Daily (1812–February 5, 1877) was an American academic, preacher and theologian. He served as the third president of Indiana University and resigned under pressure after fewer than six years. He served a one-year term as the chaplain of the US House of Representatives and also served as a hospital chaplain during the US Civil War.
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William Mitchel Daily | |
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3rd President of Indiana University | |
In office 1853–1859 | |
Preceded by | Alfred Ryors |
Succeeded by | John Hiram Lathrop |
35th United States House of Representatives Chaplain | |
In office 1844–1845 | |
Preceded by | Isaac S. Tinsley |
Succeeded by | William Henry Milburn |
Personal details | |
Born | 1812 (1812) Coshocton, Ohio, US |
Died | February 5, 1877(1877-02-05) (aged 64–65) New Orleans, Louisiana |
Resting place | Madison, Indiana |
Academic background | |
Alma mater | Indiana University |
Academic work | |
Discipline | Theology |
Institutions | |
Ecclesiastical career | |
Church | Methodist Episcopal Church |
Ordained | 1833 |
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