Bentley, Matthew M. (Matthew Mansfield), 1896-1970.
Dates
- Existence: 1896 - 1970
Biographical Statement
Served as President of Dixie College for one year from 1950 to 1951. He was known for holding Dixie College together while faced once more with its doors being closed. He was keenly knowledgeable and diligent, and a financial wizard as well, handling every facet of administrative responsibility.
From: http://dsc.dixie.edu/physplant/History/Mathew%20M.%20Bentley.htm
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Oliver Stratton photographs
This collection consists of photographs of Dixie Junior College students, faculty, administration, events, clubs, athletics, and images of the campus and community. The collection is from 1932-1938 with the bulk of materials listed as 1936-1938. The photographs were taken by Oliver Stratton, a student during the time period.
President Mathew M. Bentley collection
This collection consists of pamphlets collected by President Mathew M. Bentley during his short term as 8th president of Dixie Junior College [Utah Tech University] (St. George, Utah). The materials date from 1950-1951.
St. George and Washington Canal Company collection
The records of the St. George and Washington Canal Company span the years of 1887-1955. The collection contains the financial and business records of the company, as well as their meeting minutes and correspondence. The Washington Field Canal Company records document the merger (1900-1901) of the company into its current corporate body.