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By Amanda Hagan
Collection Overview
Scope and Contents of the Materials
The Russell Irvine Todd Papers document the professional activities of a local dentist on a state and national level. Dr. Todd was very active in the American Dental Association and the Kentucky State Dental Association and this collection reflects those activities.
Dr. Todd was also interested in history and travel and this collection reflects those activities as well with numerous slides of his trips and his speeches and writings about Madison County, Kentucky history.
Collection Historical Note
Russell Irvine Todd was born in Crooksville, KY in 1901. He graduated from Berea College in 1923 and received his DDS degree from the University of Louisville in 1924. He began his practice of general dentistry in Richmond in 1924; he lived in Richmond the rest of his life. Dr. Todd was an author in The Journal of the American Dental Association and The Journal of the Kentucky Dental Association. He held important positions in both Kentucky and national dental associations and delivered many speeches to professional dental organizations.
Dr. Todd also achieved acclaim as a fine amateur historian. He published articles on the history of Madison County and the central Kentucky region. His most noteworthy publication is This is Boone Country, a fascinating description of prominent events in Madison County's history.
Dr. Todd served as president of the Alumni Association and a trustee at Berea College and vice president of the Eastern Kentucky University Foundation. He also served on EKU's Board of Regents from 1959 through 1970.
Biographical Note
Russell Irvine Todd was born in Crooksville, Kentucky, on April 28, 1901, the son of Luther and Arabella Barnett Todd. He and his wife, Maurine Todd, resided on Burnam Court in Richmond, Kentucky, and are the parents of two daughters.
Dr. Todd did his undergraduate work at Berea College and graduated in 1923. He received the D.D.S. degree from the University of Louisville in 1924. He has also received honorary degrees from Berea and Eastern Kentucky University. He began his practice of general dentistry at Richmond in 1924 and has resided there since. His research at Berea contributed to the development of aluminum filtration disks, that greatly reduce harmful scattered x-rays to patients and operators. He also appears on many Who's Who lists throughout the United States. Dr. Todd is a lecturer and author of various professional journals such as the Journal of the American Dental Association and the Journal of the Kentucky Dental Association. He has held important positions in both Kentucky and national dental associations and has delivered many speeches to professional dental organizations.
Aside from his professional activities, Dr. Todd has achieved acclaim as a fine amateur historian and an outstanding citizen. He has published articles on Madison County and the Central Kentucky region. His most noteworthy publication is This Is Boone Country, a fascinating description of prominent events in Madison County's history. Dr Todd is a charter member of the Madison County Historical Society and a driving force in preserving the region's history. Along with these achievements, Dr. Todd has served as president of the Alumni Association and a trustee at Berea College; vice president of the Eastern Kentucky University Foundation and a member of the board of regents at the University; director of Madison County National Bank and director, president, and chairman of First Federal Savings and Loan; and president of the Richmond Rotary Club. He also possessed the prestige of a Kentucky Colonel and captain of the United States National Guard. Dr. Todd was an active member of the First Christian Church. He served as a deacon, elder, and chairman of the church board. Dr. Todd is a well-rounded individual and his accomplishments are unlimited.
Russell Irvine Todd died on Wednesday, June 29, 1988, and is buried in the Richmond Cemetery.
Subject/Index Terms
Administrative Information
Repository:
Eastern Kentucky University - Special Collections and Archives
Access Restrictions:
None.
Acquisition Source:
Todd, Russell Irvine
Box and Folder Listing
Browse by Series:
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Series 1: Professional Activities, 1924-1988],
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Series 2: Non-Professional Activities, 1925-1988],
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Series 3: Memorabilia, 1924-1989],
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Series 4: Slides, 1948-1987],
[All]
- Series 1: Professional Activities, 1924-1988
- The Professional Activities Series concentrates strictly on Dr. Todd's dental activities. The majority of the material consists of Dr. Todd's published research articles and text of speeches he delivered to various dental associations. This series also includes programs of dental meetings and dinners, plus correspondence with such prominent individuals as Governor Clements and W. F. O'Donnell. Materials are arranged alphabetically by subseries and chronologically within each subseries.
- Box 1
- Barcode: 31234013819196
- Folder 1: Correspondence, 1949-1985
- Folder 2: Newspaper & Magazine/Journal Articles, 1944-1988
- Folder 3: Programs, 1924-1963
- Folder 4: Miscellaneous, 1945-1955
- Folder 5: Writings & Speeches, 1940-1958
- Folder 6: Writings & Speeches, 1958-1962
- Folder 7: Writings & Speeches, 1963-1984
- Series 2: Non-Professional Activities, 1925-1988
- The Non-Professional Activities Series is composed of a wide variety of personal documents and correspondence accumulated by Dr. Todd. Personal documents include texts of his many speeches; research papers; newspaper and magazine articles involving Todd's account of the history of Madison County, plus his many accomplishments and involvement within the community. The series also contains programs of Historical Society productions, biographical information, and photos.
- Box 2
- Barcode: 31234013819188
- Folder 1: Biographical, 1958-1983
- Folder 2: Correspondence, 1936-1987
- Folder 3: Family, 1925-1956
- Folder 4: Miscellaneous, 1945-1948
- Folder 5: Newspaper & Magazine/Journal Articles, 1951-1988
- Folder 6: Photos, 1945-1986
- Folder 7: Photos, undated
- Box 3
- Barcode: 31234013819188
- Folder 1: Programs, 1934-1988
- Folder 2: Writings & Speeches, 1951-1973
- Folder 3: Writings & Speeches, 1974-1987
- Folder 4: Writings & Speeches, 1988, undated
- Series 3: Memorabilia, 1924-1989
- The Memorabilia Series contains both loose and framed certificates, along with plaques and pictures of Dr. Todd's recognition for his many accomplishments. Materials are arranged chronologically.
- Box 3
- Folder 7: Loose Certificates, 1924-1985
- Folder 8: Plaques, 1929-1968
- Folder 9: Plaques, 1940-1973
- Box 4
- Barcode: 31234014052870
- Folder 1: Certificates, 1982-1988
- Certificates including recognition for his service to the Selective Service System, Kentucky Colonel, and William John Gies Award.
- Folder 2: Plaque -- Service Award from Pierre Fauchard Academy, 1975
- Folder 3: Picture -- Eastern Kentucky University Board of Directors
- Folder 4: Plaque -- Recognition -- Cumberland College, 1989
- Folder 5: Picture -- Berea College Board of Trustees
- Series 4: Slides, 1948-1987
- The Slide Series consists of twenty-eight boxes (6-33) of both color and black & white 35 mm slides. Boxes are arranged alphabetically by subject. Most slides picture Dr. Todd's travels to places all over the world. Some slides picture Madison County.
- Box 5
- Barcode: 31234013819154
- Folder 1: Africa, 1972
- 281 slides from a trip to Kenya and Nairobi featuring many slides of wildlife, landscape and people.
- Folder 2: Alaska/Canada, 1977
- 163 slides from a cruise to Alaska and Canada featuring scenic shots.
- Folder 3: Around the World by Supersonic Concorde, 1987
- 100 slides from a trip which included China, India, Nairobi, France and Italy.
- Folder 4: Egypt/Jordan/Israel I, 1978
- 199 slides
- Folder 5: Egypt/Jordan/Israel II, 1978
- 100 slides
- Folder 6: European Cruise, 1979
- 176 slides
- Folder 7: Hawaii, 1985
- 97 slides
- Folder 8: Hong Kong, 1976
- 73 slides
- Folder 9: Honolulu, 1976
- 44 slides
- Folder 10: Travel Slides from Various Locations, 1953
- Iowa; Greenbrier; Kentucky Derby; Miami; Yosemite National Park; San Francisco; Feather River Canyon. 99 slides
- Box 6
- Barcode: 31234013819147
- Folder 1: Japan, 1976
- 44 slides
- Folder 2: Madison County, 1948-1978
- 145 slides including photos of Eastern, Berea College, Churchill Weavers, Kentucky River, Richmond Cemetery, and other historic sites in the county.
- Folder 3: New England/Canada Iceland Cruise, 1981
- 170 slides
- Folder 4: Norway, 1982
- 101 slides
- Folder 5: Royal Viking Sea, 1974
- Baltic Sea from South Hampton, England. 91 slides
- Folder 6: Russia/Europe Cruise, 1974
- 85 slides
- Folder 7: Travel Slides from Various Locations, 1977
- San Juan; Curacao; La Guaira; Caracas; Grenada; Guadeloupe; St. Thomas. 61 slides
- Folder 8: South America, 1975
- 290 slides
- Folder 9: Todd Home; NYC; Canada, 1951
- 67 slides
- Folder 10: World Shrines, Temples and Churches, 1972
- 79 slides
Browse by Series:
[
Series 1: Professional Activities, 1924-1988],
[
Series 2: Non-Professional Activities, 1925-1988],
[
Series 3: Memorabilia, 1924-1989],
[
Series 4: Slides, 1948-1987],
[All]
