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1940/09/30: Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy (3.85173)
Date: September 30 1940Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Detailed letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy. He describes the formation of the American Association of Botanic Gardens and Arboretum on Sept 25, 1940 at the Convention of the American Institute of Park Executives in Cleveland. Headed by Dr. Donald Wyman. Godshalk was invited to participate with 7 others in this formation. A lengthy discussion of the new group's purpose, affiliations, dues, bylaws, officers, etc. 2) During this meeting they visited Burke Estate and Holden Arboretum. 3) Mention of Mrs. Watts new nature trail and increasing attendance at her classes. 4) New seedlings for the Vine Collection.
Extent: 5 sheets
1948/08/25: Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy (3.85926)
Date: August 25 1948Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy. Mrs. Watts will teach a Junior Forestry class in the fall; Mr. Nordine will teach it in the winter. They will meet with Mr. Pipal. His budget is still running over the $15,000 he is allotted. Printing of the Evergreen Nature Trail Guide books is $712.50. They are grading roads and planting sod. Student helpers will be leaving for school. Joe Fleurent, an excellent propagating student will stay. Bob Banghart worked with students on various tasks. Godshalk and Kammerer will arrange their vacations to include the AABGA Convention in Boston. Attendance is down because of the heat, but it will increase when students return to classes.
Extent: 2 sheets
1949/02/16: Jean Morton Cudahy to E. L. Kammerer (3.93573)
Date: February 16 1949Creator: Cudahy, Jean Morton
Type: Document
Description:Responding to previous letter detailing Bulletin printing issues. Discusses increase in library budget, and mentions AABGA business.