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C. W. Lauritzen papers, 1941-1968

Overview of the Collection

Title
C. W. Lauritzen papers
Dates
1941-1968 (inclusive)
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
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

Open to public research.

Languages
English.
Sponsor
Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, 2007-2008
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

Arranged chronologically.

Acquisition Information

The Lauritzen papers were obtained by USU after Dr. Lauritzen's death in 1970. They include a small part of his numerous research projects and scientific papers.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

  • Description: Soil Volume Changes and Accompanying Moisture and Pore Space Relationships
    Dates: June 1941
    Container: Box 1, Folder 1
  • Description: Forage Plant Breeding and Improvement Investigations, Benmore, Utah
    Dates: July 1941
    Container: Box 1, Folder 2
  • Description: Active and Proposed Research Concerning Water Control and Conservation Problems in Bonneville and Colorado River Basins,
    Dates: 1941-1943
    Container: Box 1, Folder 3
  • Description: Canal Lining - Richfield, Utah
    Dates: January 1942
    Container: Box 1, Folder 4
  • Description: Size Distribution of Precipitation Data for Utah
    Dates: April 1942.
    Container: Box 1, Folder 5
  • Description: The Moisture Equivalent as Related to the Structure of Houston Black Clay
    Dates: August 1942
    Container: Box 1, Folder 6
  • Description: Northern Utah Erosion Studies: Reports and Correspondence
    Dates: March 1943
    Container: Box 2, Folder 7
  • Description: Article on Irrigation for 1943 - 1947 Agricultural Yearbook
    Dates: 1943
    Container: Box 2, Folder 8
  • Description: Report of Paradise Irrigation and Reservoir Company Canal Studies
    Dates: June 1944
    Container: Box 2, Folder 9
  • Description: Erosion Studies: Northern Utah Dry Land Wheat Area Data
    Dates: June 1944
    Container: Box 2, Folder 10
  • Description: Erosion Studies: Erosion Control in Northern Utah
    Dates: July 1945
    Container: Box 2, Folder 11
  • Description: Erosion as a Function of the Size of the Stream and the Slope of the Eroding Surface
    Dates: August 1945
    Container: Box 2, Folder 12
  • Description: Annual Report - Fiscal Year
    Dates: 1945.
    Container: Box 2, Folder 13
  • Description: Apparent Specific Volume and Shrinkage Characteristics of Soil Materials
    Dates: 1947
    Container: Box 2, Folder 14
  • Description: Earth Linings for Irrigation Canals and Reservoirs
    Dates: 1948
    Container: Box 3, Folder 15
  • Description: Seepage Meters for Measuring Losses From Irrigation Canals
    Dates: March 1952
    Container: Box 3, Folder 16
  • Description: Comments Relative to Article "Laboratory Tests on Canal Lining."
    Dates: July 1952
    Container: Box 3, Folder 17
  • Description: Summary Report of Investigations Conducted in Cooperation with Enjay Company, Incorporated
    Dates: 1967
    Container: Box 3, Folder 18
  • Description: Items Concerning World Health Organization, presentation made by Dr. Lauritzen
    Dates: 1968
    Container: Box 3, Folder 19
  • Description: Seepage Losses in Relation to Land Forms and the Occurence of Earth Materials Suitable for Lining Canals and Reservoirs
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 4, Folder 20
  • Description: Twenty-Five Year Service Award from Utah State University
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 4, Folder 21
  • Description: Certificate from American Society of Agricultural Engineers
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 4, Folder 22
  • Description: Graveside Service for Dr. Cyril Walker Lauritzen
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 4, Folder 23

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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)
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