Sadie Moore Walker Papers, 1879-1944 1892-1896

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Sadie Moore Walker Papers, 1879-1944 1892-1896

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This collection consists of memoirs, poetry, broadsides, pamphlets, most of whichwere written by Sadie Moore Walker, regarding her family, upbringing, and passion for writing.

1 box (.38 cu. ft.)

eng,

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