Phillips, Charles F. (Charles Franklin), 1910-1998

Abstract

This collection contains the personal papers of Bates College president Charles F. Phillips. It also includes his professional papers unrelated to his time as Bates president (1944-1967) and personal material related to his wife, Evelyn, including their extensive travels together to such places as India and Europe.

Scope and Content Note From the Collection: This is a large collection which includes news releases, correspondence, subject files, and other materials relevant to the functions of the Office of Communications and Media Relations. The publications of the office, including the Bates College Bulletin and the alumni magazine are herein contained. A substantial portion of this collection is made up of subject files kept by CMR staff. Another significant part of this collection is a chronological run of Bates News Releases. Smaller series...

Abstract

These records cover a wide variety of topics concerning Bates College, but the majority concern various fundraising efforts and other financial matters. Most of the records are from the Chase and Gray administrations, although there is some material from the Phillips era. Many of the files were likely kept by Harry Rowe, who served as Assistant to the President from 1924 to 1946.

Abstract

These records contain material pertaining to the administration of Charles Franklin Phillips, President of Bates College from 1944 to 1966.