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Item information

Title:
Painted portrait of Ruth Current
Description:
Photo of portrait of Ruth Current. Current began her association with North Carolina State University Extension Service in January, 1928, as home demonstration agent in Statesville and served in that capacity until November 1, 1930.
Topics:
People
Subjects:
4-H clubs
Home demonstration work
Home economics extension workers
Portrait painting
Women -- History
Original Format:
Black and white print (photograph)
Extent:
11 x 14 inches
Item identifier:
0229231
Created Date:
Names:
Current, Ruth Augusta, 1901-1967 more info on Current, Ruth Augusta, 1901-1967 
North Carolina State University -- Administration more info on North Carolina State University -- Administration 
North Carolina Agricultural Extension Service. Home Demonstration Program more info on North Carolina Agricultural Extension Service. Home Demonstration Program 
North Carolina State College more info on North Carolina State College 
Location:
Raleigh (N.C.)
Digital Project:
University Archives Photographs