Laurence E. Ledbetter Scrapbook circa 1890-1960

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Laurence E. Ledbetter Scrapbook circa 1890-1960

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The scrapbook is a timeline of the life of Laurence E. Ledbetter, Austin, Texas resident, from birth in 1882 to the celebration of his 50th wedding anniversary in 1960. Ledbetter worked at the Texas State Capitol building for 36 years, retiring from his position as Superintendent of Building and Grounds in 1956.

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Austin History Center , Austin Public Library, 810 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas, 78701.

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