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Harper, Heber Reece, 1885-1969

 Person

Biography

DU Chancellor: 1922-1927.

Citation:
Inauguration of Robert D. Coombe ... 2006 : p. 14 (Chancellors of the University of Denver, [4th], Heber Reece Harper, 1922-1927)
Citation:
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.114); “New Chancellor is Seventh to Hold Office: Colorful History of University Had Beginning In Colorado Seminary,” The Denver Clarion, vol. 46, issue 1, September 10, 1941, page 4.

Biography

Speaks at DU Autumn Convocaation 1961.

Biography

Given the University $100,000 gift for the creation of a special garden reflecting concern fo the humanities (1961).

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

University of Denver Stadium Groundbreaking Ceremony, 1925 March 26

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0002.00130
Abstract

Chancellor Heber Harper shovels the first scoop of dirt during the University of Denver stadium groundbreaking ceremony on March 26, 1925 in Denver, Colorado. Also pictured are David Duncan and Dr. D. Shaw Duncan.

Dates: 1925 March 26

University of Denver Stadium Groundbreaking Ceremony, 1925 March 26

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00085
Abstract

Chancellor Heber Harper stands on a platform and prepares to address the crowd at the University of Denver Stadium groundbreaking ceremony on March 26, 1925 in Denver, Colorado. Several banners are visible, including one that reads: ''College of Liberal Arts University of Denver.''

Dates: 1925 March 26

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