By Finding aid prepared by Elizabeth Nielsen.
Collection Overview
Title: Alton H. Finch Papers, 1975
ID: MSS Finch
Primary Creator: Finch, A.H. (Alton Harold) (1900-)
Extent: 0.03 cubic feet. More info below.
Languages of Materials: English [eng]
Abstract
The Alton H. Finch Papers consist of a notebook of Materials Relating to the Achievements of Alumnus Alton H. Finch, with copies of research publications, a biography, and correspondence about his research. Finch graduated from Oregon Agricultural College in 1925, was head of the University of Arizona Horticulture Department from 1937 to 1945, and conducted citrus fruit research.
Scope and Content Notes
This collection consists of a notebook of materials relating to the achievements of alumnus Alton H. Finch. It includes copies of research publications, a biography, and correspondence about his research.
Biographical / Historical Notes
Alton H. Finch graduated from Oregon Agricultural College in 1925 with a degree in agriculture, specializing in horticulture. He received a Master's degree from Iowa State College and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin in 1929. He worked in Georgia for a short time and then in 1931 went to the Horticulture Department at the University of Arizona. He was Department Head from 1937 until 1945, when he resigned to manage several large citrus tracts and continue his research on problems with citrus fruiting. He was still an active researcher in 1975 at the age of 75.
Administrative Information
More Extent Information:
1 box
Statement on Access:
Collection is open for research.
Preferred Citation:
Alton H. Finch Papers, Oregon State University Archives, Corvallis, Oregon.
Creators
Finch, A.H. (Alton Harold) (1900-)
People, Places, and Topics
Citrus fruits--Research--Arizona
Finch, A.H. (Alton Harold), 1900-
Natural Resources
Universities and colleges--Alumni and alumnae--Oregon--Corvallis.
University History
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