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Domestic News
December 20, 1917
Alexandria Gazette
Alexandria, Alexandria County, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
University of Virginia President Edwin A. Alderman denies rumors of closure due to coal shortages or WWI issues, confirming 1,500 tons of coal reserve and opening for second term on January 3, 1918.
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When interviewed concerning the rumor of the University of Virginia closing, President Edwin A. Alderman said, "My attention has been called to a rumor to the effect that the University of Virginia will be closed during some portion of the present session, on account of lack of coal, or for some other reason connected with the war. The rumor is utterly without foundation and absurd. The University, as a matter of fact, has a reserve supply of 1,500 tons of coal and fully expects to maintain this reserve. The University will open for the second term on January 3, 1918, and the work will go forward with the usual punctuality and thoroughness."
When interviewed concerning the rumor of the University of Virginia closing, President Edwin A. Alderman said, "My attention has been called to a rumor to the effect that the University of Virginia will be closed during some portion of the present session, on account of lack of coal, or for some other reason connected with the war. The rumor is utterly without foundation and absurd. The University, as a matter of fact, has a reserve supply of 1,500 tons of coal and fully expects to maintain this reserve. The University will open for the second term on January 3, 1918, and the work will go forward with the usual punctuality and thoroughness."
What sub-type of article is it?
Education
What keywords are associated?
University Of Virginia
Coal Shortage
Rumor Denied
Edwin Alderman
World War
What entities or persons were involved?
Edwin A. Alderman
Where did it happen?
University Of Virginia
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
University Of Virginia
Event Date
January 3, 1918
Key Persons
Edwin A. Alderman
Outcome
rumor denied; university has 1,500 tons of coal reserve and will open as scheduled.
Event Details
President Edwin A. Alderman denied rumors that the University of Virginia would close during the present session due to lack of coal or war-related reasons, stating the rumor is without foundation and the university expects to maintain its coal reserve.