Charles Raper (1870-1957) was the Dean of the Business School, Professor of Transportation, and Vice Chancellor at Syracuse University from 1920-1943. During his career he was actively involved in many organizations in the Syracuse area, including the Syracuse Chamber of Commerce, New York State Planning Council, War Transportation Committee for Syracuse and Onondaga County, New York State Commission Against Discrimination in Employment, and he was actively opposed to the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project.

These papers cover the years of 1864-1957 and consist of 15 boxes totaling 22.5 linear feet. The finding aid was prepared by Lisa C. Hernick.

Researchers interested in the Charles Raper Papers should mention the collection's Accession Number (4824) when contacting the Syracuse University Archives. Please note that the collection is housed off-site and advance notice is required to allow time to have the materials brought to the Bird Library Reading Room.