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Cornbread And JerryBob Jones Jr. (1911–1997) was the second president and chancellor of Bob Jones University, serving from 1947 to 1971 before continuing as chancellor until his death. The son of the university's founder, he played a significant role in shaping fundamentalist Christian education and was known for his strong separatist views. In addition to his leadership in academia, Jones was a Shakespearean actor and art collector, amassing a notable collection of European art. His controversial religious and political stances garnered significant attention throughout his life, particularly his criticism of various Christian movements and leaders. (Source: Wikipedia)
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