Wilbur Lucius Cross papers 1876-1948

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Wilbur Lucius Cross papers 1876-1948

http://hdl.handle.net/10079/fa/mssa.ms.0155

The papers are composed of correspondence, speeches, writings, research notes, subject files, and memorabilia which document Wilbur Cross's education, scholarship, teaching career, service to Yale University, and tenure as governor of Connecticut. The papers are Cross's personal files and do not include administrative records from Yale or from the governor's office. The papers highlight Cross's research on the development of the English novel; public reaction to his books, public appearances, proclamations, and political campaigns; Cross's participation in numerous academic and civic organizations; and his autobiographical research and writing for . Connecticut Yankee

14 linear feet (34 boxes, 1 folio)

eng,

Yale University. Department of Manuscripts and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6350327

Yale University. Department of Manuscripts and Archives

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