Deane Emmet Ackers papers 1912-1966

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Deane Emmet Ackers papers 1912-1966

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Official papers, certificates, and medals from Deane Emmett Ackers' military service in World War I; two scrapbooks which document Ackers' long civilian career as a leader in the utility industry; and records of Ackers' death and funeral service.

1.6 linear ft (5 boxes), 1 oversize box, 1 oversize folder, 1 oversize item

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University of Kansas Kenneth Spencer Research Library Kanas Collection

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SNAC Resource ID: 6354453

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