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In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the thirty-third of these tapes, in which Stahr begins to detail his time as president of Indiana University. He discusses sports, growth of the University under his tenure, as well as outreach and collaboration with other universities through various commissions and associations. In particular, he discusses the events leading up to the formation of the Argonne Universities Association, which facilitated atomic research programs at many higher education institutions.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the thirty-fourth of these tapes, in which Stahr continues his discussion of his time at IU, as well as miscellaneous memories on his prior experiences as Secretary of the Army and leaving the University of Kentucky. He discusses growing student unrest at IU, including the 1968 Little 500 sit-in, as well as faculty and visiting speakers hosted at IU during his tenure. He also discusses more honorary degrees that he received.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the thirty-fifth of these tapes, in which Stahr discusses the remainder of his time at IU and his transition to his presidency of the National Audubon Society. He discusses Black student protests and activism on IU's campus, notable speakers at IU, among other things. He takes a significant hiatus from recording his oral history on this tape, from August 1989 to January 1990. He picks back up to begin discussing his work with the Audubon Society.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This tape is the first tape labeled ’36.’ Stahr broke from recording on tape 35 to record this one, in which he discusses his time at Audubon. Specifically, he discusses his efforts to save Red River Gorge in Kentucky. But he also discusses other aspects of his work with Audubon, including various sanctuaries and meeting sites, his work to prevent the development of an oil pipeline in Alaska, and other things.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the second tape labeled 36, in which Stahr details more about his work with the National Audubon society. He discusses the various campaigns to conserve nature, such as the Everglades and Red River Gorge. He also discusses the complicated execution of George Whittell’s estate, through which the National Audubon Society was granted a significant amount of money, through which they expanded the organization’s influence. Finally, Stahr discusses a trip to Africa with his daughter, Stephanie.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the thirty-seventh of such tapes, in which Stahr details more about his trip to Africa, as well as his time as chairman of the USO while working with the National Audubon Society. He describes his relationship with comedian, Bob Hope, and other leading citizens in New York City. He also discusses his other activities with other groups, such as the National Institute of Social Sciences, the US Delegation to the United Nations, and President Ford’s WIN committee.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the thirty-eighth of these tapes, in which Stahr talks about Arlington National Cemetery and the memorial services he attended there. He also gives a general overview of his time at Audubon and discusses his lifelong love of baseball. Finally, he talks about current familial matters, health, and happiness, and begins to discuss leaving the Audubon presidency and the work he did afterwards.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the thirty-ninth of these tapes, in which Stahr discusses miscellaneous memories and enumerates the presidents, presidential candidates, and vice presidential candidates whom he knew, in order of election year.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the fourth of these tapes, in which Stahr discusses more about the people in his childhood town of Hickman, his family, as well as his high school achievements and romances.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Elvis J. Stahr, who served as President of Indiana University 1962-1968, recorded forty-four tapes about his life, with plans to write an autobiography. This is the fortieth of these tapes, in which Stahr discusses various notable people whom he knew, including presidential candidates, astronauts, and opera stars. There is also significant discussion of current events, both personal and political.
