Maurice Jacobs, papers undated, 1926, 1937, 1940, 1944, 1947-1985

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Maurice Jacobs, papers undated, 1926, 1937, 1940, 1944, 1947-1985

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The collection consists of correspondence between Maurice Jacobs and important Jewish organizations and individuals. The majority of the collection consists of Jacobs' correspondence between organizations such as colleges, universities, and notable local and national Jewish organizations. The collection documents the years 1926 to 1985, with the bulk of the material dating from 1947 to 1985. Besides correspondence, the papers contain clippings, memos, photographs, agendas, reports, and meeting minutes.

7 linear feet (14 manuscript boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6345490

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