Clarence J. Robinson papers

Access and use

Location of collection:
George Mason University
2400 Fenwick Library
Special Collections Research Center
Fenwick Library MS2FL
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA 22030
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Mieko Palazzo
Phone: (703) 993-2220
Fax: (703) 993-2669

Summary

Extent:
0.5 linear ft.
Creator:
Clarence J. Robinson, 1897-1983
Abstract:
Collection contains a scrapbook and photograph book, a personal property appraisal, a copy of Robinson's last will and testament, a Robinson estate visitors' log, and a photograph of Clarence and Abbie Robinson in 1942.
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Collection contains a scrapbook and photograph book, a personal property appraisal, a copy of Robinson's last will and testament, a Robinson estate visitors' log, and a photograph of Clarence and Abbie Robinson in 1942.

Biographical / historical:

Clarence J. Robinson was a businessman, philanthropist, and one of George Mason University's greatest benefactors. Robinson served in the Signal Corps during World War I, became president of his father's company, George H. Robinson and Sons, Inc., and started the Robinson Terminal Company in 1939. Robinson cofounded the United Virginia Bank with J. Harvie Wilkinson, Jr., for which he served as chairman of the board until 1966. He also served as president of the First and Citizens National Bank in Alexandria, director of Virginia Electric and Power Company, Washington Gas Light Company, and the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges. In 1964-1969 Robinson served as Chairman of the Advisory Board of George Mason University. Robinson passed away in 1983, leaving the university a large bequest, which has enabled the appointment of distinguished faculty under the title bearing his name.

Acquisition information:
Collection donated by the George Mason University Foundation in March 1994. Additional donation by John E. Roberts in 2013.
Arrangement:

Organized by subject.