Theodore August Erickson papers 1900-1956

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Theodore August Erickson papers 1900-1956

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Collection contains articles, speeches, clippings, reports, biographical and autobiographical writings and routine correspondence concerning Theodore Erickson’s leadership of the 4-H club program in Minnesota between 1913 and 1940, and his involvement in promoting farm safety and rural youth development through education.

3 boxes (3.0 cubic feet)

University of Minnesota Libraries. University Archives [uarc]

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SNAC Resource ID: 6619179

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Future Farmers of America

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National FFA Organization, formerly known as Future Farmers of America, was founded in 1928. The Future Farmers of America brings together students, teachers and agribusiness to solidify support for agricultural education in middle and high schools where members are engaged in a wide range of curriculum and FFA activities leading to career opportunities in agriculture. From the description of Future Farmers of America scrapbooks, 1959-1962 [manuscript]. (North Carolina State Universi...

Erickson, T. A. (Theodore A.)

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T.A. (Dad) Erickson was a member of the University staff from 1912-1940. During that time, he organized and directed the Minnesota 4-H Club. Following his retirement from the University (1940), he was hired by General Mills to work on rural youth activities, largely with the 4-H. Erickson was the author of "The American Creed", a popular document which was printed and distributed by General Mills during WWII. From the description of Theodore August Erickson papers, 1901-1956. (Univer...