Franklin M. Reck papers, 1909-1965.

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Franklin M. Reck papers, 1909-1965.

Collection comprises the papers of American author Franklin M. Reck, including literary manuscripts, correspondence, notebooks, published books, and research material. A large part of the collection is devoted to Reck's travels in Central America on a Ford Foundation grant to study 4-H type programs.

4.5 linear ft. (3 containers)

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SNAC Resource ID: 8098031

University of Oregon Libraries

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Reck, Franklin M. (Franklin Mering), 1896-1965

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Franklin M. Reck (1896-1965) was an author of books for boys. His first book, Sergeant Pinky, was published shortly after World War I and related his experiences in that war. He also wrote widely on transportation, including a book, The romance of American transportation, originally published in 1939, and republished in a revised edition in 1963. Mr. Reck was associated with the magazine The American boy from 1926-1941, and with Farm journal for some years. He was also a consultant to the Public...