Dennis A. “Denny” Smith papers 1979-1991 1984-1990

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Dennis A. “Denny” Smith papers 1979-1991 1984-1990

The Dennis A. “Denny” Smith papers consist of papers generated andreceived by the office of Congressman Denny Smith during his five terms in the United States House of Representatives representing the Fifth District of the state of Oregon as well as materials documenting his campaigns.

19 linear feet; 19 boxes

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