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He was a graduate of the University Of South Carolina and of the Boston University School Of Theology . He served as a Pastor for many years, including of a large Los Angeles church. He then served as a Professor of Social Ethics at Boston University .

He had been accused of being a communist by Donald L. Jackson and had gone to trial in the Committee of Un-American Activities, clearing his name with the use of direct logic and a steadfast demeanor.

He became the President of DePauw University , Greencastle, Indiana in 1928. As President he achieved a high level of national and international recognition, bringing DePauw unprecedented public attention. He stepped down as President upon his election as Bishop.


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