Edward P. Cliff papers 1931-1972 1962-1972

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Edward P. Cliff papers 1931-1972 1962-1972

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Chiefly typescripts and photocopies of speeches given by Cliff and photocopies of collected articles on Forest Service policies and national forest management. Also includes photographs, most of which were taken at forestry conferences and special events at the Forest Service. An addendum consisting of speeches and publications is located in the final box.

5 boxes; 1.6 linear ft.

eng,

Utah State University. Merrill-Cazier Library. Special Collections and ArchivesUniversity Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6623936

Utah State University. Merrill-Cazier Library. Special Collections and ArchivesUniversity Archives

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Cliff, Edward P. (Edward Parley), 1909-1987

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Born in Heber City, Utah, Cliff graduated from Utah State Agricultural College in 1931 with a degree in forestry. He began his career in 1934 in the Cache National Forest, Utah. He served as regional forester for the Rocky Mountain Region and was Chief of the Forest Service from 1962 to 1972. From the description of Edward Parley Cliff papers, 1931-1972. (Denver Public Library). WorldCat record id: 29450887 Professional forester (1931-1972); Chief, U.S. Forest Service (1962-...

United States. Forest Service

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The evolution of the USDA Forest Service is rooted in the General Provision Act of l89l in which Congress authorized the President to designate particular areas of the forested public domain to be set aside as "reserves" for future use. The number and size of these reserves increased notably in l897 when the President was authorized to establish reserves in order to protect watersheds, to preserve timber, and to provide lumber for local use. There was no provision for management or...