Jay J. Kalez Papers 1948-1969

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Jay J. Kalez Papers 1948-1969

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The Jay J. Kalez Papers reflect Kalez's careers in goverment service and journalism. It includes correspondence, radio and film scripts Kalez wrote for the U.S. Army Corps. of Engineers, reports, employment papers, resumes, and applications containing biographical information about this life and work. Other items include newspaper clippings, photographs, and various ephemera.

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United States. Works Progress Administration (Wash.)

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