Walter H. McLeod papers Circa 1885, 1900-1963

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Walter H. McLeod papers Circa 1885, 1900-1963

This collection contains personal and professional papers, financial records, photographic materials, and general corporate records generated and/or collected by Walter H. McLeod as an official of the Missoula Mercantile Company and regional business leader in western Montana. The collection documents the rural mercantile business, politics, and the personal business of one of western Montana's most prominent families.

67.5 linear feet; 111 archival boxes, 1 oversize box, 1 folio container, 3 oversize volumes, and 1 reel of microfilm

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SNAC Resource ID: 6366712

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