Rupert N. Richardson
Rupert N. Richardson | |
|---|---|
 Richardson in 1986 | |
| President of Hardin–Simmons University | |
| In office 1943–1953 | |
| Preceded by | William R. White |
| Succeeded by | Evan Allard Reiff |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Rupert Novel Richardson April 28, 1891 Caddo, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | April 14, 1988 (aged 96) Abilene, Texas, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Hardin–Simmons University University of Chicago University of Texas at Austin |
| Occupation | Academic administrator, historian |
Rupert Novel Richardson (April 28, 1891 – April 14, 1988) was an American academic administrator and historian.[1][2] He served as president of Hardin–Simmons University, a private university in Abilene, Texas, from 1943 to 1953.[3]
Life and career
Richardson was born in Caddo, Texas, the son of Willis Baker Richardson and Nannie Coon. He attended Hardin–Simmons University, earning his BA degree in 1912. He also attended the University of Chicago, earning his BS degree in 1914. After earning his degrees, he worked as a principal at Cisco High School from 1915 to 1916, and at Sweetwater High School from 1916 to 1917. He briefly served as a lieutenant in the United States Army during World War I. After his discharge, he attended the University of Texas at Austin, earning his MA degree in 1922 and his PhD degree in 1928.[4]
In 1943, Richardson wrote the textbook Texas: The Lone Star State.[5] He served as a distinguished professor in the department of history,[6][7] and as president of Hardin–Simmons University,[8] a private university in Abilene, Texas, from 1943 to 1953.[9][10]
Death
Richardson died at the Hendrick Medical Retirement Center in Abilene, Texas on April 14, 1988, at the age of 96.[11]
References
- ↑ "Only One Answer to Bees, Richardson Tells Rotarians". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. May 1, 1964. p. 22. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Richardson Has Big Celebration". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. April 29, 1971. p. 7. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Rupert N. Richardson". Hardin–Simmons University. Retrieved June 15, 2026.
- ↑ Odintz, Mark (January 1, 1996). "Rupert N. Richardson: A Legacy in Texas History". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved June 15, 2026.
- ↑ "Richardson's "Texas, the Lone Star State"". San Antonio Express-News. San Antonio, Texas. May 10, 1943. p. 4. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Named for Dr. Richardson: WT historical center set up". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. April 8, 1975. p. 1. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Dr. Richardson to Receive 60-Year Service Pin at H-SU". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. April 23, 1977. p. 29. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Dr. Richardson Publishes Second Edition of Text". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. June 1, 1958. p. 23. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ Brumbeau, Dave (April 21, 1953). "Richardson, History Lover, Led H-SU to Peak Growth". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. p. 3. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ Lambert, Leo (April 21, 1953). "Richardson Quits H-SU Job; Successor Named: 'Rupe' Will Stay As Prof Of History". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. p. 1. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ Reed, Jerry (April 15, 1988). "Local historian dead at 96: Dr. Richardson made his mark as historian, scholar and friend". Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas. p. 1. Retrieved June 15, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
