Guide to the Governor Milward L. Simpson records

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Guide to the Governor Milward L. Simpson records

1955-1959, 1993

https://wyocomet.wyo.gov/repositories/2/resources/1956

Correspondence and record series primarily subject files ranging from state and federal agency correspondence, to appointment records, water compact and water right files, expense records and Simpson's memorial service.

6 cubic feet (6 boxes)

eng, Latn

Wyoming State Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 11676707

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