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Historical Marker The inscription reads: BAXTER SEMINARY This is the site of the former Baxter Seminary, operated by the Methodist Episcopal Church, 1910-1959. J. Daniel Harris led the drive for the secondary school; its first President was Samuel E. Ryan.  Under Harry L. Upperman it attained an enrollment near 400 and a quality academic and vocational curriculum, stressing Christian principles and offering a self-help program for deserving students. Joseph Daniel Harris, born in Putnam County, June 28, 1871. Graduate of University of Chattanooga. Married Miss. Martha Anderson in 1891.  Taught school for several years and then prepared for the ministry.  He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, of Holston Conference.  Rev Harris has been a leading citizen of Baxter for many years. founder of Baxter Seminary, Chairman of first board of Trustees and financial agent for four years. has served as pastor in five states, built sixteen churches and parsonages in Middle Tennessee. At present engaged in evangelistic work. A History of Putnam County, Tennessee by Walter S. McClain See the marker and its location information on the Historical Marker Database.

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