Palen, J. S. (Joseph S.), 1912-1996.

Joseph S. Palen (1912-1996) was born in Salina, Kansas and received a degree in Veterinary Science in 1939. He served in the armed forces as a meat inspector before moving to Wyoming as the veterinarian for the Wyoming Hereford Ranch, located outside of Cheyenne, in 1946. In 1950 Palen went into private practice in Cheyenne and became involved with Cheyenne Frontier Days. Palen collected cowboy and rodeo materials starting at a young age and became an expert on rodeo history.

From the description of J.S. Palen collection, ca. 1863-1998. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 47955001

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