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Charles McCarthy
1873-06-29 – 1921-03-26
Life & Legacy
Charles R. McCarthy (June 29, 1873 – March 26, 1921) was an American political scientist, public administrator, Progressive reformer, and briefly, a college football coach. He is credited with founding the first legislative reference library in the United States. McCarthy was active in policy formation, with special interests in agricultural cooperatives and adult and vocational education. He authored The Wisconsin Idea, a summary of Progressive philosophy and thinking.
Occupation & Career
librarian, educator
Education
Brown University; University of Wisconsin–Madison
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
Brown University · University of Wisconsin–Madison
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q5080779 — wikidata View source
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