Julius Hawley Seelye
Julius Hawley Seelye (September 14, 1824 – May 12, 1895) was a missionary, author, United States representative, and former president of Amherst College. The system of Latin honors in use at many universities worldwide is said to have been created by him.
Julius Hawley Seelye | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts's 10th district | |
| In office March 4, 1875 – March 3, 1877 | |
| Preceded by | Charles A. Stevens |
| Succeeded by | Amasa Norcross |
| 5th President of Amherst College | |
| In office 1876–1890 | |
| Preceded by | William Augustus Stearns |
| Succeeded by | Merrill Edward Gates |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 14, 1824 Bethel, Connecticut |
| Died | May 12, 1895 (aged 70) Amherst, Massachusetts |
| Political party | Independent |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Tillman James |
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