Humanities and Social Sciences Building—Construction Death

Carpenter James N. Boyd was killed in 1967 during the construction of the building. He fell into an unfinished stairwell, fracturing his skull.

  • Written by Betsey B. Creekmore

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  • Title Humanities and Social Sciences Building—Construction Death
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  • Keywords Humanities and Social Sciences Building—Construction Death
  • Website Name Volopedia
  • Publisher University of Tennessee Libraries
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  • Access Date July 2, 2026
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  • Date of Last Update October 8, 2018