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John C. Snyder Papers, 1933-1966

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Snyder, John C.
Title
John C. Snyder Papers
Dates
1933-1966 (inclusive)
Quantity
3 containers., (1.5 linear feet of shelf space.), (400 items.)
Collection Number
Cage 348
Summary
Correspondence, drafts, research notes, photographs, publications and other papers concerning the publication of horticultural research.
Repository
Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu
Access Restrictions

This collection is open for research use.

Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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Biographical Note

A native of Beaver City, Nebraska, John C. Snyder received his B.S. in 1929 from Ohio State. He continued his education at Iowa State receiving an M.S. in 1930 and a Ph.D. in 1932. Beginning at Washington State University in 1934 as a horticultural specialist, Dr. Snyder served in that capacity for over thirty years before his retirement in 1965. In November 1967 at the age of 67, Dr. Snyder succumbed to a heart attack. Throughout his career Dr. Snyder was an active member and officer in the Washington Horticulture Association. Dr. Snyder published many articles in popular farm and garden journals as well as writing several horticulture publications for home and industry.

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Content Description

The papers of John C. Snyder represent his horticulture expertise in literary form.

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Use of the Collection

Preferred Citation

[Item Description]. Cage 348, John C. Snyder Papers. Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, Washington State University Libraries, Pullman, WA.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

The first series contains correspondence between Dr. Snyder and the editors of journals that published his manuscripts. The folders are arranged alphabetically by journal title. The second series covers a broad spectrum of horticultural topics researched by the author. Published bulletins, memoranda from fellow horticulturalists, photographs, as well as Dr. Snyder's earlier research data are included. The third series is comprised of manuscripts and publications prepared by Dr. Snyder in addition to scattered research materials. The folders of the last two series are arranged alphabetically by topic.

Acquisition Information

The papers of John C. Snyder were donated by Mrs. Snyder to the Washington State University Libraries in May and October 1977 (77-19).

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Detailed Description of the Collection

The following section contains a detailed listing of the materials in the collection.

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Subject Terms

  • Horticulture--Research--Washington (State)

Personal Names

  • Snyder, John C. (John Chester) --Archives (creator)

Other Creators

  • Personal Names

    • Snyder, John C., Mrs., donor. WaPS (donor)

Finding aid prepared by Pat Graham Pidcock
2012

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