Small Press Collection 1901-1975 1960-1975

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Small Press Collection 1901-1975 1960-1975

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This collection is comprised of nearly 5,000 items printed on small presses throughoutthe United States. The nature of these printed pieces is extremely varied, but most items werenon-commercial pieces printed for the enjoyment of their printers.

13 boxes (11 cu. ft.) + 1 oversize folder

spa,

eng,

dut,

jpn,

ger,

The University of New Mexico, University Libraries, Center for SouthwestResearch

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SNAC Resource ID: 6403900

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