Payne Institute *Archived 9-4-2014* Traditional Cache
The Scout Master: This one has apparently fallen victim to tree trimming. I have decided to archive it and say thanks to all who visited.
Payne Institute *Archived 9-4-2014*
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This cache is placed to highlight an historical spot in Greenwood County. It will be a Park & Grab for most, but take the time to look at the marker.
Permission granted for this cache by Tommy O. who takes care of Cokesbury College.
You are searching for a 35mm container. I have relocated it to a hanging orientation due to the poison ivy problem here. I did NOT remove the old one as PI is not my friend either. Do NOT bother the vine on the tree located here (NOTE: many vines on the trees here are poison ivy, and a cacher mentioned this vine was, so beware. (I placed this one in early January when there were no leaves). I am giving the location away since the reason for this cache is to visit the marker and read the plaque, and not to disrupt the area/grounds with searches that might trample vegetation.
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History
Payne Institute was founded in Cokesbury, South Carolina in 1870. The institution moved to Columbia, South Carolina 10 years later in 1880 and was re-named Allen University in honor of Richard Allen, founder of the AME Church.
The marker for Payne Institute
from the Allen University website:
Allen University has a distinguished history, rich in the tradition of training men and women for leadership. Founded in 1870 by the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, the institution represents the dream of Daniel Alexander Payne (1811-1883), an apostle of Black education in the United States, who saw the need for such a school among African Americans.
On July 29, 1870 under the leadership of Bishop John M. Brown, the Columbia District Conference decided to purchase one hundred and fifty acres of land in historic Cokesbury, South Carolina. Thus, Payne’s advocacy of an informed clergy culminated in the founding of Payne Institute in Cokesbury, South Carolina.
During the Reconstruction period in South Carolina, there were many discouraging times. No period in American history is more filled with problems for African Americans than this era. The desire for education among African Americans was discouraged and often violently opposed by their former masters. In spite of this opposition, at the Annual Conference of 1871, the Reverend Simon Miller presented the deed for the land and buildings. The document was adopted and became the property of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, bearing the name of Daniel A. Payne.
For ten years the school prospered under the leadership of W.S. Crogman, B.F. Perter, W.S. Scarborough, and J.W. Morris.
The annual conference meeting in Spartanburg in 1880 saw the need for a more 
centralized location for the institution and voted to transfer Payne Institute to Columbia. The institution was renamed Allen University in honor of Bishop Richard Allen, founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Under the first two presidents, J.C. Walters and J.W. Morris, who had studied law at the University of South Carolina, Allen made great progress.
During this period, the Theological Department and the Law Department were formed within the institution. Between 1884 and 1890, fourteen students received degrees in letters, and fifty-four graduated from the Normal Collegiate Department.
Allen University, during its early years, had to satisfy the needs of its students at all educational levels. For many years the curriculum included courses leading not only to degrees in law, theology, and the arts, but also courses of study at the elementary and high school levels. At one time it was possible for a student to enter Allen as a child in the first grade and leave prepared to teach, preach, or plead in the courts. The grammar school was discontinued in the mid-1920's. The high school was closed after the graduation of the class of 1933. For the 1929-33 school years, the University accepted only persons who had completed high school.
During the Depression, Allen was faced with many hardships but managed to keep her doors open. In 1930, a Department of Science was established, followed by a Department of Languages.
The decade of the 1940’s saw many adjustments in response to the circumstances of World War II. Following the war, an influx of veterans pursued college studies at Allen. In 1945, the Departments of Humanities, Philosophy, Psychology and Religion, were added to the existing curricula.
An impressive number of Allen alumni over the years have had distinguished careers in a variety of fields. Many alumni have earned advanced degrees at some of the most prestigious universities in the nation. From the ranks of Allen University emerged leaders in the quest for social justice as well as catalysts for spiritual growth and educational progress. Ten Allen University graduates have served as college presidents. They are:
1. Dr. John Middleton (Morris Brown College)
2. Dr. Lewis Dowdy (North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University)
3. Dr. W.C. Brown (Barber-Scotia College)
4. Dr. James Thompson (Talladega College – Interim)
5. Dr. Luna I. Mishoe (Delaware State College)
6. Dr. Waddell Nichols (Allen University – Interim)
7. Dr. Sylvia Swinton (Allen University – Interim)
8. Dr. Frank R. Veal (Allen University)
9. Dr James G. Wingate (LeMoyne-Owen College - Currently Serving)
During the 40's and 50's, Allen’s campus underwent major physical expansion with the construction and acquisition of several buildings.
In 1970, Allen University celebrated its centennial year, marking the close of a century of fulfilling its educational mission and the beginning of a bright future, rededicated to the principles upon which it was founded. Responsive to the changes in society, Allen has revised its curricula to continue to provide its students with educational experiences and competencies needed to successfully pursue their chosen careers.
Under the Board of Trustees and administrative leadership in 1984, Allen University pursued major improvement and massive expansion in the curricula and physical plant. While the country was being swept with major budget cuts, Allen University continued to meet the challenges of the future based upon its commitment of Richard Allen, founder of the A.M.E. Church.
The 1990's had been a period of rededication, growth and development. The university began the decade by accepting the challenge to develop a stronger academic program. The hard work and commitment resulted in the affirmation of our accreditation by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the successful 10-year reaffirmation six years later. The university has worked successfully to improve our fiscal accountability and upgrade our facilities. This labor of love has resulted in the refurbishment of the dormitories, administration buildings and classroom facilities. The renovation of Arnett Hall and building of the gymnatorium were completed in the year 2000. Allen University has demonstrated its ability to meet the challenges of retooling for the new millennium.
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Take a moment to reflect on the over 100 years of history that you have just learned about, and might have passed by just in this area, and how geocaching brings you to so many interesting places you never would have known about.
HAPPY CACHING!
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Additional Hints
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[Hanging behind the tree, about chest high(hey - it is a "1")]