Mrs. Lester S. Willson Papers 1864-1920

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Mrs. Lester S. Willson Papers 1864-1920

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The Mrs. Lester S. Willson Papers consists of a large scrapbook of mounted newspaper clippings, photographs, recital programs, and memorabilia pertaining to: Mrs. Willson's musical activities in Bozeman; obituaries of members of the Willson family; Lester Willson's Civil War military career and early political career in Montana; the Willson's silver wedding anniversary.

.2 linear feet

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MSU-Bozeman Library, Merrill G Burlingame Special Collections

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Willson family

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Wilson family

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Willson, Lester S. (Lester Sebastian), 1839-1919

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Lester S. Willson was born in Canton, New York. He enlisted as a private in the 60th New York Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. By 1865 Willson had gained the rank of colonel of his regiment, and at the war's end he was breveted a brigadier general. He administered the Soldier's Home in Albany, New York following the war and in 1867 moved to Montana Territory to join his brother Davis in the mercantile business in Bozeman. He also served in the state legislature and with the state militia...