James Y. McKee
Acting president of Penn State University
About James Y. McKee
Lived 1836 – 1891 (aged 55). James Y. McKee was an American.
James Y. McKee (June 20, 1836 – December 24, 1891) was acting President of the Pennsylvania State University, serving from the resignation of Joseph Shortlidge in 1881 until 1882.
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Who was James Y. McKee?
Acting president of Penn State University (1836–1891)
When was James Y. McKee born?
James Y. McKee was born on 20 June 1836 in Allegheny County.
When did James Y. McKee die?
James Y. McKee died on 24 December 1891 in Pittsburgh.
What nationality was James Y. McKee?
James Y. McKee was American.
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