Harold E. Alexander papers, 1965-1970
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Alexander, Harold E.
- Title
- Harold E. Alexander papers
- Dates
- 1965-1970 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .45 cubic ft. (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 05302
- Summary
- Known as the “father of conservation” in Arkansas, Harold E. Alexander (1909-1993) began his career with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission in 1942 as a field biologist. Collection contains publications and speeches by Alexander.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Known as the “father of conservation” in Arkansas, Harold E. Alexander (1909-1993) began his career with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission in 1942 as a field biologist. After a stint as a medical illustrator, Alexander returned to the AGFC as chief biologist and head of research and specialized in stream preservation. He retired in 1976 after much groundbreaking work in the developing wildlife management field between 1950 and 1980.
Content Description
Collection contains articles, reprints, and speeches spanning the years of 1965 to 1971 by Alexander about Arkansas conservation, streams, and wetlands.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
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Restrictions on Use
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Preferred Citation
Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Inventories
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list for 1 box.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)Container: Box 1
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Conservation of natural resources.
- Ecology.
- Outdoor recreation.
- Wildlife conservation.
- Wildlife management.
Geographical Names
- Arkansas.
