W.V. Cruess papers.

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W.V. Cruess papers.

Includes correspondence, manuscripts, diaries of Sierra trips, of the late UC professor, relating in part to food processing.

3 boxes.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7149016

UC Berkeley Libraries

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Cruess, W. V. (William Vere), 1886-1968

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William Vere Cruess, a pioneer in food science and technology, spent his entire career as University of California, Berkeley faculty member. His research was instrumental in the development of many practices in the field of food science including: mechanical fruit dehydration, the use of fruits in the production of fruit juices and fruit beverages, and the use of freezing storage for preservation of fruits and fruit products. Cruess also conducted important research on the principles of wine mak...

University of California (1868-1952)

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Administrative History During the mid-twentieth century, the American Labor Movement reached a pinnacle of power and influence within society. The Second World War required that labor be managed as a strategic resource; the high productivity of workers during the war carried over in the peace time economy, which experienced a sustained economic "boom." Unlike European labor relations, where unions play an "official" role in government, the Am...