Guide to the Earl Henry Hostetler Papers, 1915-1968

Collection Number MC 00032

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Collection Information
Abstract:

This collection contains articles, speeches, and correspondence written by Earl Henry Hostetler. There is also information about Hostetler's numerous religious, civic and political activities, as well as biographical information on the Hostetler family and a collection of photographs.

An educator and researcher, Hostetler was Head of the Animal Husbandry Section of the Animal Industry Department at North Carolina State College from 1920-1953.

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Processed by
Michael Watts, 2005 April
Encoded by
Michael Watts, 2005 April
Updated by
Cate Putirskis, 2008 March

Descriptive Summary

Repository

North Carolina State University Libraries, Special Collections Research Center

Creator

Hostetler, Earl Henry, 1890-1968

Title

Earl Henry Hostetler Papers, 1915-1968

Call Number

MC 00032

Extent

4 linear feet, 3 archival boxes, 1 oversized archival box, 1 photograph album

Location

For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Special Collections Research Center Reference Staff.

Language of Material

English

Information for Users

Restrictions to Access

This collection is open for research; access requires at least 24 hours advance notice.
Acquisitions Information

Donated by the family of Earl Henry Hostetler in 1969 (Accession nos. 1969-0013 and 1969-0014).
Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], Earl Henry Hostetler Papers, Special Collections Research Center, North Carolina State University Libraries, Raleigh, NC
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Proccessing Information

Processed by Michael Watts, 2005 April

Encoded by Michael Watts, 2005 April, Updated by Cate Putirskis, 2008 March

Biographical Note


Earl Henry Hostetler was born on December 12, 1890, in rural Illinois near the town of Arcola. He was raised on a farm in Texas, and attended Kansas State College, graduating in 1914. After graduation he went to work at North Carolina State College as an Assistant in Animal Husbandry on the College Experimental Farm. In 1917 Hostetler married Mildred Anderson. The couple had two children, Elizabeth and Charles. Hostetler served as a consultant to the Bureau of Animal Industry on several research projects, and in 1920 became the Supervisor of the Animal Husbandry Farm at the North Carolina State College. In 1928 Hostetler received the Masters of Science in Agriculture degree, and was appointed Professor, and Head of the North Carolina State College Animal Husbandry Section.

Professor Hostetler concentrated his energies on the development of a successful commercial livestock industry in the state of North Carolina. He encouraged the use of scientific stock farming methods, and used innovative field and classroom instruction techniques to inform his staff and students. Hostetler worked to create healthy relationships between the farming community, the academic world, and corporate marketers of agricultural products. Among his many achievements was the successful promotion of the use of cotton crop by-products as a nutritious and economical livestock feed supplement.

Professor Hostetler maintained an active involvement in civic affairs along with his duties as a university department head. He worked closely with the Raleigh Kiwanis Chapter, eventually becoming chapter president. He found time to work with the local Red Cross, the Community Chest, and the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. He maintained ties with his academic fraternity, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and during WWII served as the head of the Raleigh Civilian Defense Corp.

Hostetler retired from his postion with North Carolina State College in 1953. After retirement Professor Hostetler continued his active involvement in public affairs. For several years he worked in broadcasting as the Farm Director for WPTF Radio in Raleigh. In 1963 he ran for office, and was elected to the Raleigh City Council. He served as a City Councilman and had been selected to serve in the capacity of Mayor Pro Tem when he died in April of 1968. Throughout his life Earl Henry Hostetler was exemplary in his effort to model good citizenship. His was a life of service, with personal and professional endeavors focused always on creating a prosperous, safe, and balanced learning and living environment for the students of NC State, the citizens of Raleigh, and the people of North Carolina.

Scope and Content Note


This collection documents Earl Henry Hostetler's career as a teacher, agricultural researcher, and civic leader. The Professional Series contains articles, correspondence, and speeches written by Professor Hostetler, as well as information on agricultural and business organizations. There is also material related to his work as an instructor and researcher at North Carolina State College, material from Professor Hostetler's experience as the Farm Director for WPTF Radio, and papers related to his work as a member of the Raleigh City Council.

The Personal Series contains biographical information, records on Hostetler's religious and civic and activities, with documentation of his involvement with the the First Baptist Church (1927-1962), Citizens Defense Corps (1940-1947), the Raleigh Civic Council (1941-1942), the Red Cross (1944), and numerous other public service organizations. Included are resolutions in memory of Professor Hostetler.

The Photographs Series consists of a small collection of photos depicting moments in Professor Hostetler's professional and personal life.

Organization of the Collection


This collection is divided into three series: Professional, Personal, and Photographs.

Online Catalog Terms


The following terms have been used to index the guide to the collection in the NCSU Library's online catalog.

Individuals

  • Hostetler, Earl Henry, 1890-1968.

Corporate Entities

  • American Society of Animal Sciences.
  • Citizens Defense Corps--Raleigh, N.C.
  • National Cotton Producers Association.
  • North Carolina State College--Dept of Animal Industry--Div. of Animal Husbandry.
  • North Carolina State Agricultural Cooperative Extension.
  • Raleigh Chamber of Commerce (Raleigh, N.C.)
  • Raleigh City Council (Raleigh, N.C.)
  • Red Cross and Red Crescent--Raleigh, N.C.
  • United States--Department of Agriculture.

Topics

  • Raleigh First Baptist Church (Raleigh, N.C.)
  • Fraternities--Sigma Alpha Epsilon.
  • Organizations--Raleigh, N.C.--Kiwanis Club.
  • Radio stations--Raleigh, N.C.--WPTF Radio.

Detailed Description of the Collection


  • Series 1: Professional, 1916-1968


    1 linear foot, 2 archival boxes

    The Professional Series is divided into two subseries. The first subseries, Professional Writings, consists of newspaper and journal articles written by Professor Hostetler. Additionally, there is correspondence that was written and received by Professor Hostetler, along with transcripts and notes from speeches that he presented. The second subseries, Professional-General, consists of material related to Professor Hostetler's work as an instructor and researcher in the field of animal husbandry at North Carolina State University. There is also material from the time period that Professor Hostetler's worked as the Farm Director for WPTF Radio, Raleigh, North Carolina, and papers related to Professor Hostetler's service on the Raleigh City Council.

    • Professional Writings 1916-1956
      • Lists of Articles and Publications 1916 - 1948 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 1]
      • Articles- (typewritten) 1917 - 1933 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 2]
      • Articles - (typewritten) 1940- 1942 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 3]
      • Articles 1938 - 1944 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 4]
      • Correspondence 1925 - 1929 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 5]
      • Correspondence 1934 - 1939 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 6]
      • Correspondence 1940 - 1949 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 7]
      • Correspondence 1955 - 1968 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 8]
      • Speeches 1936 - 1955 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 9]
      • National Cottonseed Products Association - Correspondence 1938 - 1954 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 10]
      • National Cottonseed Products Association - Correspondence - Mr. Ward's Portrait, Saddle and Sirloin Club, Chicago Nov. 1950 - Aug. 1951 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 11]
      • National Cottonseed Products Association - Correspondence - Mr. Ward's Portrait, Saddle and Sirloin Club, Chicago Oct. 1951- Dec. 1952 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 12]
      • National Cottonseed Products Association - Correspondence - Mr. Ward's Portrait, Saddle and Sirloin Club, Chicago Jan. 1953-Sept. 1954 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 13]
      • National Cottonseed Products Association - Correspondence - Mr. Ward's Portrait, Saddle and Sirloin Club, Chicago Oct. 1954- Dec. 1954 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 14]
      • National Cottonseed Products Association - Correspondence - Mr. Ward's Portrait, Saddle and Sirloin Club, Chicago Jan. 1955- Mar. 1956 [MC 0032 Box 1, Folder 15]
    • Professional-General, 1927-1968
      • Animal Husbandry 1927-1955 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 1]
      • WPTF Radio-Farm Director 1956-1960 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 2]
      • City Council - Correspondence - Election 1963 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 3]
      • City Council - Election-Newspaper Articles 1963 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 4]
      • City Council 1964 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 5]
      • City Council 1965 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 6]
      • City Council 1966 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 7]
      • City Council - Programs, Invitations, Political Advertising, Raleigh Police Annual Report 1967 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 8]
      • City Council - Speeches 1967 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 9]
      • City Council - Correspondence 1967 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 10]
      • City Council - Newspaper Articles 1967 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 11]
      • City Council 1968 [MC 0032 Box 2, Folder 12]

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  • Series 2: Personal, 1927-1968


    2 linear feet, 1 archival box, 1 oversized archival box

    The Personal series contains biographical information on Professor Hostetler and his family, records on Hostetler's religious and civic activities, with documentation of his involvement with the First Baptist Church of Raleigh, the Raleigh Citizens Defense Corps, the Raleigh Civic Council, the Red Cross, Presidency of the Raleigh Kiwanis Club, and numerous other public service organizations and functions. The series also includes resolutions in memory of Professor Hostetler.

    • First Baptist Church 1927 -1962 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 1]
    • Hostetler Family 1928 - 1968 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 2]
    • Civic Participation 1928 - 1956 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 3]
    • American Society of Animal Sciences 1933-1964 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 4]
    • Journals, Programs, and Publications - (oversized) 1936-1953 [MC 0032 Box 4, Folder 1]
    • Kiwanis Club 1938 - 1966 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 5]
    • Citizen's Defense Corps 1940 - 1947 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 6]
    • Chamber of Commerce 1941 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 7]
    • Biographical 1941 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 8]
    • Civic Council 1941-1946 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 9]
    • Elizabeth Hostetler Ponton 1943 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 10]
    • Red Cross Leader 1944 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 11]
    • Erwin C. Hostetler - Brother 1943 - 1945 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 12]
    • Community Chest 1946-1947 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 13]
    • Sigma Alpha Epsilon 1947-1960 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 14]
    • Wake County Grand Jury 1948 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 15]
    • Kiwanis Certificates - (oversized) 1951 [MC 0032 Box 4, Folder 2]
    • Executive's Club 1959-1966 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 16]
    • Certificates and Citations 1959-1968 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 17]
    • Rescue Mission Newsletters 1966 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 18]
    • Correspondence - Senator Sam Ervin 1967 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 19]
    • Resolutions In Memory Of 1968 [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 20]
    • Poems ect. - (no date) [MC 0032 Box 3, Folder 21]

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  • Series 3: Photographs, 1917-1956


    1 linear foot, 1 photograph album

    Box 5 contains eight photographs ranging from 1917-1956. The series contains a photo of Professor Hostetler with his infant daughter Elizabeth. The remaining photographs depict the professor's involvement in a variety of civic and professional functions.

    • Photographs 1917-1956 [MC 00032 Box 5]

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