Dr. Joseph A. Culler, who died May 18, 1937, was for many years a professor at Miami University and Dr. S. R. Williams, a long time associate and friend, has furnished the following tribute:
"Dr. Joseph A. Culler was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5, 1858, and died at the Miami University hospital in Oxford May 18, 1937, in his eightieth year. He received the A.B. in 1884 and the Ph.D. in 1900, both degrees from Wooster College. His wife, Isabella Carnes, who survives him, also attended Wooster.
"Dr. Culler was principal of the high school in Cambridge, Ohio, the year 1884-85 and of the high school in Kenton from 1889 to 1900 and in Bowling Green from 1900 to 1903.
"In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics in Miami University and retired from active service in 1926 because of the serious results of X-ray burns received during experimental work. Dr. Culler was quiet and reserved so that one had to become acquainted with him to appreciate his many-sided abilities. During his undergraduate course he directed the early gymnasium classes at Wooster and through
his secondary school teaching, in addition to his special work in physics, he found the time to write a graded series of texts in physiology with many original illustrations.
"In college he prepared his own text book and set of laboratory directions for the introductory physics course and many of the advanced texts. His style was terse, simple and easily comprehended. His demonstrations of physical phenomena were carefully planned and with details thoroughly worked out so that the interest of the hearers never waned. He was an inspiring and painstaking teacher, experienced in the difficulties and discouragements of the young. His time and assistance were freely available for any one in need whether student, faculty or townsman.
"He was for many years on the Board of Public Affairs of the village of Oxford. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi college fraternity and of the Masonic order. A life-long member of the Presbyterian church, he taught a men's class in the Sunday School and as long as he was physically able. His younger colleagues, especially those working in the same building, regularly relied on his manipulative ability to straighten out refractory apparatus and much more on his judgment and friendly advice to straighten out unfortunate kinks in their lives." (from the Journal of the Ohio Academy of Science)
This was a Alumni News Lettered dated, November 1926.
It will be a matter of interest and regret to all Alumni who were fortunate enough to come in contact with him to learn that Dr. Culler, Professor of Physics, is to be retired this year. Although Doctor Culler is technically on leave of absence this year, he is busily engaged in his office in Irvin Hall. At the conclusion of this school year he will become Emeritus Professor of Physics.
Doctor Culler received his bachelor's degree from the University of Wooster in 1884. He received his master's degree from the same institution and in 1900 his Ph.D. He served as Principal of the Cambridge, Ohio, High School, at Kenton, Ohio, and was Superintendent of School at Kenton from 1900 to 1901. From 1901 to 1903 he was at Boling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Bowling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Miami where he has remained ever since. Doctor Culler is the author of several High School and College text books in Physics and a dozen monographs. A list of his books may be found under his name in "Who's Who in America." For some years he has been suffering from the effects of an X-ray burn received in his laboratory work at a time when the study of the X-ray was in its infancy and modern methods of protection from the rays were unknown. Despite the very serious handicap, he has "carried on" in his usual thorough way.
Doctor Culler was esteemed by all who knew him for his admirable sense of proportion and hi good judgment in academic and human affairs. He was a delightful conversationalist and a witty after-dinner speaker. His scholarly attainments have made him an adornment to Miami's Faculty and his patience and kindly sympathy have won him the admiration and reverence of all his students.
Aaron Andrew Culler cited a History of the Culler Family compiled by Hugh Clayton Culler, of Orangeburg, South Carolina. He had it on loan and picked out certain quotes of interest. Which one of these are below:
From Dr. J. A. Culler, Professor Emeritus, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio--"My grandfather, George Culler, came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and settled in Ohio, near Millersburg. One of his sons, Michael Culler was my father. My mother was Barbara (Harrold) Culler. I was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5th, 1858. Graduated from the College of Wooster in 1884. Taught in Public schools as principal and superintendent from 1884 to 1903. Then elected to the chair of Physics at Miami University and served in that capacity till June 1926, when I retired with the degree noted above. I have written several volumes on Physics and Physiology, published by J. B. Lippincott, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "My father could speak the "Pennsylvania Dutch fairly well but I never had occasion to use it."
"Dr. Joseph A. Culler was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5, 1858, and died at the Miami University hospital in Oxford May 18, 1937, in his eightieth year. He received the A.B. in 1884 and the Ph.D. in 1900, both degrees from Wooster College. His wife, Isabella Carnes, who survives him, also attended Wooster.
"Dr. Culler was principal of the high school in Cambridge, Ohio, the year 1884-85 and of the high school in Kenton from 1889 to 1900 and in Bowling Green from 1900 to 1903.
"In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics in Miami University and retired from active service in 1926 because of the serious results of X-ray burns received during experimental work. Dr. Culler was quiet and reserved so that one had to become acquainted with him to appreciate his many-sided abilities. During his undergraduate course he directed the early gymnasium classes at Wooster and through
his secondary school teaching, in addition to his special work in physics, he found the time to write a graded series of texts in physiology with many original illustrations.
"In college he prepared his own text book and set of laboratory directions for the introductory physics course and many of the advanced texts. His style was terse, simple and easily comprehended. His demonstrations of physical phenomena were carefully planned and with details thoroughly worked out so that the interest of the hearers never waned. He was an inspiring and painstaking teacher, experienced in the difficulties and discouragements of the young. His time and assistance were freely available for any one in need whether student, faculty or townsman.
"He was for many years on the Board of Public Affairs of the village of Oxford. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi college fraternity and of the Masonic order. A life-long member of the Presbyterian church, he taught a men's class in the Sunday School and as long as he was physically able. His younger colleagues, especially those working in the same building, regularly relied on his manipulative ability to straighten out refractory apparatus and much more on his judgment and friendly advice to straighten out unfortunate kinks in their lives." (from the Journal of the Ohio Academy of Science)
This was a Alumni News Lettered dated, November 1926.
It will be a matter of interest and regret to all Alumni who were fortunate enough to come in contact with him to learn that Dr. Culler, Professor of Physics, is to be retired this year. Although Doctor Culler is technically on leave of absence this year, he is busily engaged in his office in Irvin Hall. At the conclusion of this school year he will become Emeritus Professor of Physics.
Doctor Culler received his bachelor's degree from the University of Wooster in 1884. He received his master's degree from the same institution and in 1900 his Ph.D. He served as Principal of the Cambridge, Ohio, High School, at Kenton, Ohio, and was Superintendent of School at Kenton from 1900 to 1901. From 1901 to 1903 he was at Boling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Bowling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Miami where he has remained ever since. Doctor Culler is the author of several High School and College text books in Physics and a dozen monographs. A list of his books may be found under his name in "Who's Who in America." For some years he has been suffering from the effects of an X-ray burn received in his laboratory work at a time when the study of the X-ray was in its infancy and modern methods of protection from the rays were unknown. Despite the very serious handicap, he has "carried on" in his usual thorough way.
Doctor Culler was esteemed by all who knew him for his admirable sense of proportion and hi good judgment in academic and human affairs. He was a delightful conversationalist and a witty after-dinner speaker. His scholarly attainments have made him an adornment to Miami's Faculty and his patience and kindly sympathy have won him the admiration and reverence of all his students.
Aaron Andrew Culler cited a History of the Culler Family compiled by Hugh Clayton Culler, of Orangeburg, South Carolina. He had it on loan and picked out certain quotes of interest. Which one of these are below:
From Dr. J. A. Culler, Professor Emeritus, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio--"My grandfather, George Culler, came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and settled in Ohio, near Millersburg. One of his sons, Michael Culler was my father. My mother was Barbara (Harrold) Culler. I was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5th, 1858. Graduated from the College of Wooster in 1884. Taught in Public schools as principal and superintendent from 1884 to 1903. Then elected to the chair of Physics at Miami University and served in that capacity till June 1926, when I retired with the degree noted above. I have written several volumes on Physics and Physiology, published by J. B. Lippincott, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "My father could speak the "Pennsylvania Dutch fairly well but I never had occasion to use it."
Dr. Joseph A. Culler, who died May 18, 1937, was for many years a professor at Miami University and Dr. S. R. Williams, a long time associate and friend, has furnished the following tribute:
"Dr. Joseph A. Culler was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5, 1858, and died at the Miami University hospital in Oxford May 18, 1937, in his eightieth year. He received the A.B. in 1884 and the Ph.D. in 1900, both degrees from Wooster College. His wife, Isabella Carnes, who survives him, also attended Wooster.
"Dr. Culler was principal of the high school in Cambridge, Ohio, the year 1884-85 and of the high school in Kenton from 1889 to 1900 and in Bowling Green from 1900 to 1903.
"In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics in Miami University and retired from active service in 1926 because of the serious results of X-ray burns received during experimental work. Dr. Culler was quiet and reserved so that one had to become acquainted with him to appreciate his many-sided abilities. During his undergraduate course he directed the early gymnasium classes at Wooster and through
his secondary school teaching, in addition to his special work in physics, he found the time to write a graded series of texts in physiology with many original illustrations.
"In college he prepared his own text book and set of laboratory directions for the introductory physics course and many of the advanced texts. His style was terse, simple and easily comprehended. His demonstrations of physical phenomena were carefully planned and with details thoroughly worked out so that the interest of the hearers never waned. He was an inspiring and painstaking teacher, experienced in the difficulties and discouragements of the young. His time and assistance were freely available for any one in need whether student, faculty or townsman.
"He was for many years on the Board of Public Affairs of the village of Oxford. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi college fraternity and of the Masonic order. A life-long member of the Presbyterian church, he taught a men's class in the Sunday School and as long as he was physically able. His younger colleagues, especially those working in the same building, regularly relied on his manipulative ability to straighten out refractory apparatus and much more on his judgment and friendly advice to straighten out unfortunate kinks in their lives." (from the Journal of the Ohio Academy of Science)
This was a Alumni News Lettered dated, November 1926.
It will be a matter of interest and regret to all Alumni who were fortunate enough to come in contact with him to learn that Dr. Culler, Professor of Physics, is to be retired this year. Although Doctor Culler is technically on leave of absence this year, he is busily engaged in his office in Irvin Hall. At the conclusion of this school year he will become Emeritus Professor of Physics.
Doctor Culler received his bachelor's degree from the University of Wooster in 1884. He received his master's degree from the same institution and in 1900 his Ph.D. He served as Principal of the Cambridge, Ohio, High School, at Kenton, Ohio, and was Superintendent of School at Kenton from 1900 to 1901. From 1901 to 1903 he was at Boling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Bowling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Miami where he has remained ever since. Doctor Culler is the author of several High School and College text books in Physics and a dozen monographs. A list of his books may be found under his name in "Who's Who in America." For some years he has been suffering from the effects of an X-ray burn received in his laboratory work at a time when the study of the X-ray was in its infancy and modern methods of protection from the rays were unknown. Despite the very serious handicap, he has "carried on" in his usual thorough way.
Doctor Culler was esteemed by all who knew him for his admirable sense of proportion and hi good judgment in academic and human affairs. He was a delightful conversationalist and a witty after-dinner speaker. His scholarly attainments have made him an adornment to Miami's Faculty and his patience and kindly sympathy have won him the admiration and reverence of all his students.
Aaron Andrew Culler cited a History of the Culler Family compiled by Hugh Clayton Culler, of Orangeburg, South Carolina. He had it on loan and picked out certain quotes of interest. Which one of these are below:
From Dr. J. A. Culler, Professor Emeritus, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio--"My grandfather, George Culler, came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and settled in Ohio, near Millersburg. One of his sons, Michael Culler was my father. My mother was Barbara (Harrold) Culler. I was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5th, 1858. Graduated from the College of Wooster in 1884. Taught in Public schools as principal and superintendent from 1884 to 1903. Then elected to the chair of Physics at Miami University and served in that capacity till June 1926, when I retired with the degree noted above. I have written several volumes on Physics and Physiology, published by J. B. Lippincott, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "My father could speak the "Pennsylvania Dutch fairly well but I never had occasion to use it."
"Dr. Joseph A. Culler was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5, 1858, and died at the Miami University hospital in Oxford May 18, 1937, in his eightieth year. He received the A.B. in 1884 and the Ph.D. in 1900, both degrees from Wooster College. His wife, Isabella Carnes, who survives him, also attended Wooster.
"Dr. Culler was principal of the high school in Cambridge, Ohio, the year 1884-85 and of the high school in Kenton from 1889 to 1900 and in Bowling Green from 1900 to 1903.
"In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics in Miami University and retired from active service in 1926 because of the serious results of X-ray burns received during experimental work. Dr. Culler was quiet and reserved so that one had to become acquainted with him to appreciate his many-sided abilities. During his undergraduate course he directed the early gymnasium classes at Wooster and through
his secondary school teaching, in addition to his special work in physics, he found the time to write a graded series of texts in physiology with many original illustrations.
"In college he prepared his own text book and set of laboratory directions for the introductory physics course and many of the advanced texts. His style was terse, simple and easily comprehended. His demonstrations of physical phenomena were carefully planned and with details thoroughly worked out so that the interest of the hearers never waned. He was an inspiring and painstaking teacher, experienced in the difficulties and discouragements of the young. His time and assistance were freely available for any one in need whether student, faculty or townsman.
"He was for many years on the Board of Public Affairs of the village of Oxford. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi college fraternity and of the Masonic order. A life-long member of the Presbyterian church, he taught a men's class in the Sunday School and as long as he was physically able. His younger colleagues, especially those working in the same building, regularly relied on his manipulative ability to straighten out refractory apparatus and much more on his judgment and friendly advice to straighten out unfortunate kinks in their lives." (from the Journal of the Ohio Academy of Science)
This was a Alumni News Lettered dated, November 1926.
It will be a matter of interest and regret to all Alumni who were fortunate enough to come in contact with him to learn that Dr. Culler, Professor of Physics, is to be retired this year. Although Doctor Culler is technically on leave of absence this year, he is busily engaged in his office in Irvin Hall. At the conclusion of this school year he will become Emeritus Professor of Physics.
Doctor Culler received his bachelor's degree from the University of Wooster in 1884. He received his master's degree from the same institution and in 1900 his Ph.D. He served as Principal of the Cambridge, Ohio, High School, at Kenton, Ohio, and was Superintendent of School at Kenton from 1900 to 1901. From 1901 to 1903 he was at Boling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Bowling Green, Ohio. In 1903 he was called to the chair of Physics at Miami where he has remained ever since. Doctor Culler is the author of several High School and College text books in Physics and a dozen monographs. A list of his books may be found under his name in "Who's Who in America." For some years he has been suffering from the effects of an X-ray burn received in his laboratory work at a time when the study of the X-ray was in its infancy and modern methods of protection from the rays were unknown. Despite the very serious handicap, he has "carried on" in his usual thorough way.
Doctor Culler was esteemed by all who knew him for his admirable sense of proportion and hi good judgment in academic and human affairs. He was a delightful conversationalist and a witty after-dinner speaker. His scholarly attainments have made him an adornment to Miami's Faculty and his patience and kindly sympathy have won him the admiration and reverence of all his students.
Aaron Andrew Culler cited a History of the Culler Family compiled by Hugh Clayton Culler, of Orangeburg, South Carolina. He had it on loan and picked out certain quotes of interest. Which one of these are below:
From Dr. J. A. Culler, Professor Emeritus, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio--"My grandfather, George Culler, came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and settled in Ohio, near Millersburg. One of his sons, Michael Culler was my father. My mother was Barbara (Harrold) Culler. I was born in Wayne County, Ohio, March 5th, 1858. Graduated from the College of Wooster in 1884. Taught in Public schools as principal and superintendent from 1884 to 1903. Then elected to the chair of Physics at Miami University and served in that capacity till June 1926, when I retired with the degree noted above. I have written several volumes on Physics and Physiology, published by J. B. Lippincott, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "My father could speak the "Pennsylvania Dutch fairly well but I never had occasion to use it."
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