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Leo Anthony Isaac papers , 1920-1968
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Isaac, Leo A. (Leo Anthony), 1892-1970
- Title
- Leo Anthony Isaac papers
- Dates
- 1920-1968 (inclusive)19201968
- Quantity
- 3.5 linear feet, (3 containers) : 2 record storage boxes and 1 manuscript box
- Collection Number
- Ax 730
- Summary
- Leo Isaac (1892-1970) was a forester in the Pacific Northwest. The papers include diaries, correspondence, and publications.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Paper finding aid with additional information is available in Special Collections & University Archives.
See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Leo Isaac (1892-1970) was born near Fond du Lac, Wisconsin and was educated at the University of Minnesota. For 32 years he was engaged in Douglas fir research, a silviculturist in the Pacific Northwest Forest and Range Experiment Station. After 1956 he was a private consultant in forestry.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The papers include field and official diaries from 1920-1951, professional correspondence, and a file of publications.
Correspondence is arranged alphabetically by correspondent. Incoming and outgoing correspondence are integrated.
Diaries are arranged chronologically. Some years are incomplete.
Subject files are arranged alphabetically by subject, organization, or name. Materials consist of correspondence, publications, clippings, field reports, memos, agendas, and meeting minutes.
Publications are arranged by title. Materials vary by title, but include manuscripts, reviews, correspondence, supporting materials, research materials, tearsheets, reports, and other documents.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Description |
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Guide to the Leo Anthony Isaac papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Douglas fir.
- Foresters--Northwest, Pacific
- Forests and forestry--Northwest, Pacific
- Forests and forestry--Research--Northwest, Pacific
Personal Names
- Isaac, Leo A. (Leo Anthony), 1892-1970
Corporate Names
- Pacific Northwest Forest and Range Experiment Station (Portland, Or.)
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Diaries
- Manuscripts for publication