Investigation and Improvement of American Grapes at the Munson Experiment Grounds Near Denison, Texas, From 1876 to 1900

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Bulletin discussing American wild and cultivated grapes, their characteristics, and the varieties grown at the Munson Experiment Grounds. The bulletin also includes 19 plates of grape varieties, and information on how to cultivate grapes.

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217-285 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

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Munson, T. V. (Thomas Volney), 1843-1913 1900.

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  • Main Title: Investigation and Improvement of American Grapes at the Munson Experiment Grounds Near Denison, Texas, From 1876 to 1900
  • Series Title: Texas Agricultural Experiment Stations Bulletin
  • Added Title: Texas Agricultural Experiment Stations Bulletin Number 56

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Bulletin discussing American wild and cultivated grapes, their characteristics, and the varieties grown at the Munson Experiment Grounds. The bulletin also includes 19 plates of grape varieties, and information on how to cultivate grapes.

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217-285 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

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Includes nineteen plates of grape varieties.

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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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  • 1900

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Munson, T. V. (Thomas Volney), 1843-1913. Investigation and Improvement of American Grapes at the Munson Experiment Grounds Near Denison, Texas, From 1876 to 1900, pamphlet, 1900; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1353064/: accessed June 20, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Grayson College Foundation.

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