Ross-Ade Their Purdue Stories, Stadium, and Legacies |
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| Author:
| Kriebel, Robert C. |
| Series title: | The Founders Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-55753-522-1 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2009 |
| Publisher: | Purdue University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $33.00 |
Book Description:
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Dave Ross (1871-1943) and George Ade (1866-1944) were trustees, distinguished alumni and benefactors of Purdue University. Their friendship began in 1922 and led to their giving land and money for 1924 construction of Ross-Ade Stadium, a 70,000 seat athletic landmark on the West Lafayette campus.
Dave Ross (1871-1943) and George Ade (1866-1944) were trustees, distinguished alumni and benefactors of Purdue University. Their friendship began in 1922 and led to their giving land and money for 1924 construction of Ross-Ade Stadium, a 70,000 seat athletic landmark on the West Lafayette campus.