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Talmadge C. DuVall Papers
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DuVall, Talmadge C., 1933- |
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1950-2001 |
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The Talmadge C. DuVall Papers is comprised of papers, photographs, and audiovisual materials which document the career of
Tal DuVall as an extension agent and then later on as a director for the Cooperative Extension Service at the University of
Georgia. The papers also document his career as a Commissioner for the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government. DuVall became
a part of the Cooperative Extension Service in 1956 as a county agent for Carrollton, Georgia. In 1965, he became the county
agent for Clarke County and eventually rose to the position of district and then university extension agent. This collection
is comprised of papers, photographs, and audiovisual material related to DuVall's careers in Cooperative Extension and the
Athens-Clarke County Unification Commission.
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RBRL294TD |
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Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies |
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D. W. Brooks Oral History Collection
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Brooks, D. W. (David William), 1901-1999 |
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1987-1988 |
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D. W. Brooks was a major figure in American agriculture. He was the founder and leader of Gold Kist, a farm cooperative, for
almost fifty years and also served as an agricultural advisor to several U.S. Presidents. This collection consists primarily
of oral history interviews with D.W. Brooks conducted by Brian S. Wills. D.W. Brooks discusses his family background, his
childhood in Royston, Ga., his education, and his involvement with the Methodist church. He speaks extensively about topics
related to farming and agriculture in Georgia, including the founding and development of Gold Kist, the poultry industry,
fish and cattle production, cotton farming, and the federal government's involvement with farming co-ops. Brooks also discusses
his contribution as an agricultural advisor to United States presidents and world leaders. Complimentary interviews in this
collection with individuals such as former President Jimmy Carter and Secretary of State Dean Rusk provide additional perspectives
on Brooks and his contributions.
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RBRL013DWBOH |
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Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies |
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D. W. Brooks Papers
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Brooks, D. W. (David William), 1901-1999 |
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1900-1999 |
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D. W. Brooks (1901-1999) was a farmer and cooperative executive, running the Cotton Producers Association (later renamed Gold
Kist) as well as insurance companies for farmers. His papers document his businesses and Georgia agriculture, as well as his
service to the U.S. government, several universities, and the Methodist Church. The papers include correspondence, business
and committee reports, meeting materials, and subject files.
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RBRL014DWB |
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Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies |
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