Albertus John Rooks

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Albertus John Rooks
Born1869
Niekerk, Michigan
Died1958
OccupationCalvin College
TitlePrincipal
Term1900-1918
Predecessor Geert Egberts Boer
Successor John J. Hiemenga
Spouses
  • Kate Corbijn
  • Grace Oostining
ChildrenHenry Corbijn Rooks
Rhinedale Rooks
Marius Rooks
Website

Albertus John Rooks (1869-1958) was the Principal of Calvin College from 1900 to 1918. [1]

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References

  1. Vlekke, Bernard Hubertus Maria; Beets, Henry (1942). Hollanders who Helped Build America. American Biographical Company. p. 194.
Preceded by President of Calvin College
1900-1918
Succeeded by