Proceedings of the John F. Slater Fund for the Education of Freedmen - 1890

Sep 21, 2026

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This historical document contains the proceedings of the John F. Slater Fund for the Education of Freedmen, as recorded in 1890. It provides an official account of the organization's governance, listing its Board of Trustees, including figures such as President Rutherford B. Hayes and Secretary Daniel C. Gilman, along with the composition of its standing committees and the designated General Agent. The text serves as a formal record of the fund's administrative structure and its mission dedicated to the advancement of educational opportunities during the post-Emancipation era. By detailing the leadership and the organizational framework, the report offers valuable insight into the institutional efforts and philanthropic mechanisms established to support the education of newly freed individuals in the United States. It remains a significant primary source for understanding 19th-century educational outreach and social policy efforts directed at emancipated populations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages44

Reading Time1 h 51 min

AccessFree to download

Trustees of the John F. Slater Fund

1890 Board Members

Standing Committees

Executive Committee

Finance Committee

General Agent Information

FAQs

Who served as the President of the John F. Slater Fund in 1890?

The Honorable Rutherford B. Hayes, LL.D., served as the President of the fund in 1890.

What is the primary purpose of the John F. Slater Fund?

The fund was established to support the education of freedmen during the post-Civil War era.

Who was the General Agent for the fund in 1890?

The Reverend A. G. Haygood, D.D., based in Sheffield, Alabama, served as the General Agent.

Sep 21, 2026

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