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Butz, E.L.-Ralston Purina Directorship (Purdue University), 1958

 File — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: Folder 9

Scope and Contents

Newspaper clippings, correspondence, and articles regarding the controversy surrounding Dean Butz's acceptance of a directorship with the Ralston Purina Company. Farmers called into question the ethics of having the Dean of Agriculture on salary to the one of the world's largest feed processors. Includes Hovde's replies to calls for Butz's resignation, papers written by Butz, and list of talks given by Butz

Dates

  • Creation: 1958

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Collection materials are in English.

Access Information

The majority of the collection is open for research. Access to Box K is restricted by donor request.

Extent

From the Collection: 63.50 Cubic Feet (59 cubic foot boxes, 4 manuscript boxes, and 3 flat boxes)

Physical Storage Information

Repository Details

Repository Details

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