as a somewhat proud Vandy grad...I see your "ha" and raise you a "ha ha"
I think it was determined that the present day value of the original gift was over $700,000.
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1404496/posts
700,000 after inflation. Over 1.2 million if you assume it might have gained 5% interest : )
I was reading the Tennessean today and as a new Tenn-er and it was rough keepin my eyes from rolling out of my head.
I take offense at Mr. Hamilton taking offense.