Joseph Shortlidge
Sixth president of Penn State University
About Joseph Shortlidge
Lived 1832 – 1911 (aged 79). Joseph Shortlidge was an American.
Joseph Shortlidge (August 1, 1832 – December 10, 1911) was the sixth president of the Pennsylvania State University, serving from July 1880 until April 1881.
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Who was Joseph Shortlidge?
Sixth president of Penn State University
When was Joseph Shortlidge born?
Joseph Shortlidge was born on 1 August 1832 in New Garden Township.
When did Joseph Shortlidge die?
Joseph Shortlidge died on 10 December 1911 in Concordville.
What nationality was Joseph Shortlidge?
Joseph Shortlidge was American.
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