James H. Steele [sound recording] : an oral history / interviewed by Ernest Tierkel, 22 Sep. 1971.

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James H. Steele [sound recording] : an oral history / interviewed by Ernest Tierkel, 22 Sep. 1971.

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Scope and contents: Interview by Dr. Ernest Tierkel on veterinary public health with Dr. Steele conducted on 22 Sep 1971, in the National Library of Medicine. Steele was Chief Veterinary Officer, Public Health Service. His career spanned over 30 years.

1 sound reel.

National Library of Medicine

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SNAC Resource ID: 7638910

National Library of Medicine

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