William Vere Cruess papers, 1915-1965.

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William Vere Cruess papers, 1915-1965.

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The collection, which spans the years 1915-1965, contains correspondence, writings, memorabilia, and photographic materials related to his research in the areas of food processing, food preservation, and wine making. Letters in the Correspondence series pertain most to two subjects: the publication of Cruess's book Commercial Fruit and Vegetable Products and his 1923-1924 trip to Europe during which he studied the olive industry in France, Spain, and Italy. The Works by Curess series contains his lecture notes as well as manuscripts and published versions of his writings. Manuscript of his books: Commercial Fruit and Vegetable Products and The Principles and Practice of Wine making are found in this series. More then half of the collection is made of photographic materials which focus on aspects of food processing. Images of wine production and wineries as well as images of William Vere Cruess are also included.

13.4 linear ft.

University of California, Davis, Shields Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7677092

University of California, Davis, Shields Library

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