Harold Brown papers Brown (Harold) papers (bulk 1884-1900) 1878-1920

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Harold Brown papers Brown (Harold) papers (bulk 1884-1900) 1878-1920

The Harold Brown papers, dated from 1878 to 1920, include legal and business documents, personal and business correspondence, two unpublished manuscripts, miscellaneous bills paid, two cashbooks and an inventory of Harold Brown's estate.

4.75 Linear feet

eng,

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SNAC Resource ID: 6358550

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