Maxwell, Earl G. (Earl George), 1884-1966

Earl George Maxwell was born on October 23, 1884 in Indiana. He received a bachelor of science degree from Purdue University in 1910. Maxwell came to Nebraska in 1914 and worked on his master's degree. After his graduation in 1915, his first job was as an agricultural agent for Douglas County, Nebraska. He administered the Clarke-McNary Tree Distribution Program for Nebraska. Maxwell served as extension forester at the University of Nebraska from 1934 until his retirement in 1952. Maxwell had an interest in James Whitcomb Riley and took opportunities to recite poetry through local radio programs. His interest in Riley also shows in Maxwell's talks and speeches. Maxwell died in 1966. In 1967, the Earl G. Maxwell Arboretum, 5 acres on the East Campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, was named in his honor.

From the guide to the Earl G. Maxwell, Papers, 1884-1966

Earl George Maxwell, born in 1884, served as extension forester at the University of Nebraska from 1934 until 1954. He taught at the University in 1915 and became the first county extension agent serving Douglas County, and he administered the Clarke-McNary Tree Distribution Program for Nebraska. His interest in James Whitcomb Riley translated into poetry readings on local radio programs and talks and speeches. Maxwell died in 1966.

From the description of Earl G. Maxwell, papers 1884-1966 1935-1965. (University of Nebraska - Lincoln). WorldCat record id: 62154089