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"A Quick Glance at Past and Passing Events in Horticulture" , 1972

 File — Box: F.D., Folder: 2

Scope and Contents

From the Record Group:

In 1972 and 1973, Professor Frank Dennis interviewed Victor Gardner as part of an oral history project. Gardner's papers include tape recordings and transcripts of these interviews as well as his own written reminiscences. In these Gardner discusses his experience while a student at Michigan Agricultural College (now Michigan State University) (1901-1905), the development of the Horticultural Department and his colleagues in the department (1923-1945), and achievements throughout his career. Other items include Victor Gardner's letter to the MSU Alumni Association Office listing his professional degrees and accomplishments, and a letter written after Gardner's death by one of his former students, providing a brief but detailed account of his life for publication in a horticultural magazine.

Dates

  • Creation: 1972

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Record Group: 0.1 Cubic Feet (4 folders, 2 audio cassettes)

Language of Materials

From the Record Group: English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives and Historical Collections Repository

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