William H. Wells (educator)
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William Harvey Wells (1812–1885) was an American educator who served as the superintendent of Chicago Public Schools from 1856 through 1864.
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William H. Wells | |
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President of the Chicago Board of Education | |
In office 1878–1880 | |
Preceded by | W.K. Sullivan[1] |
Succeeded by | Martin Delany[1] |
2nd Superintendent of Chicago Public Schools | |
In office June 1, 1856 – July 6, 1864 | |
Preceded by | John Clark Dore |
Succeeded by | Josiah Little Pickard |
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Born | (1812-02-27)February 27, 1812 Tolland, Connecticut |
Died | January 21, 1885(1885-01-21) (aged 72) Chicago, Illinois |
Profession | Educator and editor |
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