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Dates: Began construction in 1924. South wing building completed in 1925. Cornerstone laid for remainder of building 29 May 1928. Building completed 1929 and dedicated on June 3, 1930. 1966-1967 building renovated.
Quote: In the early morning November 28, 1921 Old Chambers burned to the ground. Despite the erroneous idea, which was rather widespread, that the building was well-nigh fireproof, not more than a one-horse wagon load of unconsumed wood remained after less than three hours of burning.
As the flames died down and the first rays of the sun appeared, the students and faculty gathered on the campus near the well, when I pledged then unitedly to a continued loyal and undisturbed support of the College, and promised them that, if God spared my life, I would endeavor to see that a better building replaced the old structure. By the favor of God and the help of friends, both in the gathering and giving of funds, this has been done; the structure was completed last spring, and I now deliver it into the hands of the Collge authorities.
Martin, William Joseph. "Dedication of Chambers Building." Speech. 3 June 1930. Chambers Building, 1924-1929 Davidsoniana file. Davidson College Archives.