American Grape Varieties

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Bulletin describing and evaluating "[t]he principal varieties of 'bunch' or euvitis grapes that have been developed in the United states either from species native to this country or through hybridization" (p. 1).

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34 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. + 1 card (14 x 21 cm.)

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Dix, Irving Wesley & Magness, John Robert September 1937.

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Bulletin describing and evaluating "[t]he principal varieties of 'bunch' or euvitis grapes that have been developed in the United states either from species native to this country or through hybridization" (p. 1).

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34 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. + 1 card (14 x 21 cm.)

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Contents: Introduction -- Attempts to grow vinifera varieties in eastern United States -- Development of American grape varieties -- Varietal characteristics

This bulletin includes several tables of U.S. grape varieties, including a number that were originated by T. V. Munson.

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  • Accession or Local Control No: GCF_01-028
  • OCLC: 16837346
  • SuDoc Number: A 1.4/2:437
  • Series Number: 437
  • Government Documents No.: 66568--38--1
  • Archival Resource Key: ark:/67531/metapth1353058

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T. V. Munson Collection

Thomas Volney Munson (September 26, 1853 - January 21, 1913), a renowned grape horticulturist is most well known for his contributions to the field of horticulture and rootstock development. His grape research and collection of native Texas rootstock were the impetus in saving the French wine industry. The French government bestowed on Munson, the Chevalier du Merite Agricole (The French Legion of Honor) for his contribution in saving the French wine industry.

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  • September 1937

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Dix, Irving Wesley & Magness, John Robert. American Grape Varieties, pamphlet, September 1937; Washington D.C.. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1353058/: accessed April 28, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Grayson College Foundation.

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