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WEBSTER, Horace, educator, born in Hartford, Vermont, 21 September, 1794; died in Geneva, New York, 12 July, 1871. He was graduated at the United States military academy in 1818, and was assistant professor of mathematics there till 1825, when he resigned his commission in the army. He was then professor of mathematics and natural philosophy in Geneva (now Hobart) college till 1848, when he became principal of the Free academy in New York city. Here he held the chair of moral and intellectual philosophy from 1851, and in 1852 that of political philosophy was added. In 1866 the name of the academy was changed by law to "The College of the city of New York," and he continued at its head till 1869, after which he was emeritus professor till his death. He was eminently successful in his administration of the affairs of the college, and the impression he made on the students was lasting. From his precept and his example they learned thoroughness, devotion to duty, and regard for the best ideals of life. Columbia gave him the degree of LL.D. in 1849, and the University of Pennsylvania that of M. D. in 1850.
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