Arthur Johnson Papers 1887-1980 1930-1970

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Arthur Johnson Papers 1887-1980 1930-1970

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This collection documents the personal and professional life of Arthur Harold Johnson singer, poet, novelist and curator of the Jonson Gallery on the University of New Mexico campus. Materials include correspondence, unpublished and published writing, photographs, newspaper clippings and music recital programs.

4 boxes (3.5 cu. ft.)

eng,

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

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