Birmingham University: Meeting of the Board of Governors: Dr. Barling Appointed Vice Chancellor: … … Then came the suggestion that Dr. Gilbert Barling should allow himself to be nominated, and that had met with very general approval. He was no stranger either to those in Birmingham or in the area this University covered. Personally, Alderman Clayton said he thought it would be advantageous to have at their head one who knew the working of the University from the academic point of view. The Treasurer (Mr. Hume C. Pinsent) seconded the resolution proposed by Alderman Clayton. Mr. Pinsent referred to the irreparable loss sustained by the University in the death of the late Vice-Chancellor. Speaking of Dr. Barling’s qualifications, Mr. Pinsent described them as interested in, and knowledge of, the academic and scientific position, sympathy and tact in dealing with men, and experience in affairs. The resolution was unanimously carried, and Dr. Gilbert Barling, wearing his robes, was conducted to the chair by the principal (Sir Oliver Lodge) and Mr. Pinsent. Alderman Clayton, in greeting him, said he congratulated him on his election, that the traditions gradually growing around them would be transmitted him to his successor undimmed, and he further Assured him that all who had been intimately connected with the work of the University would offer him every assistance in their power. …
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GRO0435 Devonport: Hume Chancellor Pinsent: 1857 – 1920