Herbert Wheeler papers, 1910-1955.

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Herbert Wheeler papers, 1910-1955.

Correspondence, itineraries and documentation of Wheeler's lectures throughout the United States; manuscripts of his lectures and radio scripts; correspondence with the Forest Service office in Washington D.C.

1.75 linear ft. (3 boxes) + 1 file folder (4 photographic prints + 1 letter)

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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...

Wheeler, Herbert N. (Herbert Newell), 1873-1964.

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Wheeler was born September 27, 1873, near Nortonville, Kansas. He graduated from the University of Colorado in 1902, and served as chief lecturer of the United States Forest Service. From the description of Herbert Wheeler papers, 1910-1955. (Denver Public Library). WorldCat record id: 51044528 ...