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Cyrus/Russell Creek Academy, 1918

I thought to give the Methodists (Lindsey Wilson College) a rest today and write about the Baptists instead.

The Campbellsville University website states that "...in 1907, a building was completed and opened for class work as the Russell Creek Academy," the forerunner of today's modern campus.


Eleven years later, an article in the June 19, 1918 Adair County News announced that a fund-raising campaign for the Academy had been started the first of the month, headed by Rev. N.F. Jones. It was to cover about 30 counties, in hopes of raising $200,000 "for new equipment for industrial features to be added to the Academy's regular course," to-wit:
"By a way of beginning, it is hoped to build a gymnasium, with modern equipment, shower baths, etc., and a commodious dormitory this summer and fall. The buildings are to be thoroughly repaired and a steam-heating system to be installed. Within the next two years a suitable building for science and laboratories, as well as a structure to accommodate home economics, central dining hall and music rooms will be erected according to present plans.

"The course of study will regularly be raised. A Modern Language course will be added this year, and as much of science as conditions will permit. Strong effort will be brought to bear on a thorough course in Agriculture as soon as equipment can be afforded, and courses will be had in electrical engineering and mechanics. An excellent course in Bible study and Missions will be maintained.

"The Home will be kept by a capable matron who will also teach Home Economics, both theory and practice. It is proposed to make what has always been termed the "Dormitory" the "Home," by giving each occupant a light daily duty and ample and clean social privileges. To have a home, both duties and privileges are essential.

"Prof. Romulus Skaggs has been elected President of the Institution for next year, and will be gladto answer inquiries, for his office at Campbellsville, the home of this splendid institution."

By-the-by, $200,000 in 1918 would be equivalent to approximatel $2.9 million dollars today.

CYRUS
Central Ohio Bureau Chief


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