C. W. Lauritzen papers, 1941-1968
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Title
- C. W. Lauritzen papers
- Dates
- 1941-1968 (inclusive)19411968
- Quantity
- 4 boxes, (1 linear feet)
- Collection Number
- UUS_COLL MSS 024
- Summary
- Dr. Lauritzen was a soil physicist with an international reputation. His papers include a small amount of his research projects and scientific papers. The papers also include awards and his graveside service.
- Repository
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Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections and Archives Division
Special Collections & Archives
Merrill-Cazier Library
Utah State University
Logan, UT
84322-3000
Telephone: 4357978248
Fax: 4357972880
scweb@usu.edu - Access Restrictions
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Open to public research.
- Languages
- English.
- Sponsor
- Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, 2007-2008
Biographical Note
Dr. Cyril Walker Lauritzen was born in Holladay, Utah. He received his bachelor's degree from Utah State University and his PhD from Michigan State University in soil physics. He later returned to Utah where, through his work as a soil physicist, he gained an international reputation, particularly for his methods of conserving irrigation water.
Content Description
The papers are, for the most part, arranged in the original order. The arrangement is chronological by either the earliest or only dated item in the file. An oversized manuscript, personal award, and certificate along with the graveside service for Dr. Lauritzen are placed at the end of the collection in a legal-size box.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances.
Permission to publish material from the C. W. Lauritzen papers must be obtained from the Special Collections and Archives manuscript curator and/or the Special Collections and Archives department head.
Preferred Citation
C. W. Lauritzen papers, 1941-1968. (COLL MSS 24). Utah State University. Special Collections and Archives department.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Soil Volume Changes and Accompanying Moisture and Pore Space RelationshipsDates: June 1941Container: Box 1, Folder 1
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Description: Forage Plant Breeding and Improvement Investigations, Benmore, UtahDates: July 1941Container: Box 1, Folder 2
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Description: Active and Proposed Research Concerning Water Control and Conservation Problems in Bonneville and Colorado River Basins,Dates: 1941-1943Container: Box 1, Folder 3
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Description: Canal Lining - Richfield, UtahDates: January 1942Container: Box 1, Folder 4
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Description: Size Distribution of Precipitation Data for UtahDates: April 1942.Container: Box 1, Folder 5
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Description: The Moisture Equivalent as Related to the Structure of Houston Black ClayDates: August 1942Container: Box 1, Folder 6
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Description: Northern Utah Erosion Studies: Reports and CorrespondenceDates: March 1943Container: Box 2, Folder 7
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Description: Article on Irrigation for 1943 - 1947 Agricultural YearbookDates: 1943Container: Box 2, Folder 8
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Description: Report of Paradise Irrigation and Reservoir Company Canal StudiesDates: June 1944Container: Box 2, Folder 9
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Description: Erosion Studies: Northern Utah Dry Land Wheat Area DataDates: June 1944Container: Box 2, Folder 10
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Description: Erosion Studies: Erosion Control in Northern UtahDates: July 1945Container: Box 2, Folder 11
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Description: Erosion as a Function of the Size of the Stream and the Slope of the Eroding SurfaceDates: August 1945Container: Box 2, Folder 12
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Description: Annual Report - Fiscal YearDates: 1945.Container: Box 2, Folder 13
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Description: Apparent Specific Volume and Shrinkage Characteristics of Soil MaterialsDates: 1947Container: Box 2, Folder 14
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Description: Earth Linings for Irrigation Canals and ReservoirsDates: 1948Container: Box 3, Folder 15
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Description: Seepage Meters for Measuring Losses From Irrigation CanalsDates: March 1952Container: Box 3, Folder 16
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Description: Comments Relative to Article "Laboratory Tests on Canal Lining."Dates: July 1952Container: Box 3, Folder 17
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Description: Summary Report of Investigations Conducted in Cooperation with Enjay Company, IncorporatedDates: 1967Container: Box 3, Folder 18
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Description: Items Concerning World Health Organization, presentation made by Dr. LauritzenDates: 1968Container: Box 3, Folder 19
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Description: Seepage Losses in Relation to Land Forms and the Occurence of Earth Materials Suitable for Lining Canals and ReservoirsDates: undatedContainer: Box 4, Folder 20
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Description: Twenty-Five Year Service Award from Utah State UniversityDates: undatedContainer: Box 4, Folder 21
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Description: Certificate from American Society of Agricultural EngineersDates: undatedContainer: Box 4, Folder 22
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Description: Graveside Service for Dr. Cyril Walker LauritzenDates: undatedContainer: Box 4, Folder 23
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Canals--Utah--Paradise.
- Canals--Utah--Richfield.
- Canals.
- Forage plants--Breeding.
- Irrigation canals and flumes--Linings.
- Soil conservation--Research.
- Soil erosion.
- Soil moisture--Measurement.
Geographical Names
- Benmore (Utah)
- Bonneville River Basin.
- Colorado River Watershed (Colo.-Mexico)
