Ralph H. Sturgeon Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS0164

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of correspondence, clippings and photographs documenting professional activities and accomplishments of Ralph Sturgeon, of Bellevue, Ohio, a hatcheryman and breeder of Barred and White Plymouth Rock chickens and bantams and judge for the American Poultry Association. One of the photographs depict Col. Harlan Sanders and Mr. Sturgeon along with the Kentucky Fried Chicken award for "Best of Show" White Plymouth Rock at the 1964 Ohio State Fair. One of the letters, dated February 19, 1974, is from President Nixon. The collection also contains several issues of Poultry Press newspaper and poultry supply catalogs published between 1926 and 1973. Poultry judging materials from the American Poultry Association from years 1917 to 1986 are also included.

Dates

Creation: 1917-1988

Conditions Governing Access

Contact Special Collections for access.

Biographical Sketch

Ralph H. Sturgeon was a hatchery operator and breeder of Barred and White Plymouth Rock chickens and bantams in Bellevue, Ohio.

Total Size of Collection

4 flat_pamphlet_box ; 15 1/4 x 10 1/4 x 3 1/4 in.

5.25 Linear Feet (4 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Content Description

The Ralph H. Sturgeon Papers include correspondence, clippings, and photographs related to Sturgeon’s professional activities and accomplishments in the poultry industry. Included are photographs of Colonel Harlan Sanders and Sturgeon, a letter from President Richard Nixon, newsletters, and judging materials from the American Poultry Association.