Robert Kirby Winters papers, 1923-1986.

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Robert Kirby Winters papers, 1923-1986.

Personal and professional files; also publications, speeches, and other writings; and photographs.

2.5 linear ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7360344

Bentley Historical Library

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Winters, Robert Kirby, 1902-

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Specialist in the area of international forestry with the U. S. Forest Service. From the description of Robert Kirby Winters papers, 1923-1986. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 34419748 Robert K. Winters, born May 11, 1902, in Douglas, Michigan, earned three degrees from the University of Michigan: a Bachelor of Science of Forestry in 1924; a Master of Science of Forestry in 1925; and a Ph.D. in forestry in 1930. Upon completing his education, Winte...

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...