W. Dean FrischknechtPapers 1938-2009 1959-1997

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W. Dean FrischknechtPapers 1938-2009 1959-1997

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The W. Dean Frischknecht Papersdocument Frischknecht's work in livestock improvement as a LivestockSpecialist with the Oregon State University Extension Service and includepublications, correspondence, teaching materials, and records of theWestern Oregon Livestock Association (WOLA). Frischknecht joined theOregon State University faculty in 1956 and retired in 1985.

5.8 cubic feet, including 218photographs; 7 boxes, including 1 oversize box

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