Guide to the Clarence R.Wharton Papers 1804-1956

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Guide to the Clarence R.Wharton Papers 1804-1956

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The Clarence R. WhartonPapers includes Wharton’s papers, correspondence, research files andmanuscripts related to Texas history. The correspondence pertains primarily tothe preparation and/or publication of his works, such as , and others. Also included ismanuscript material of other authors. Gail Borden, pioneer Wharton's History of Fort Bend County, Remember Goliad, L'Archeveque,

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Woodson Research Center, Fondren Library, Rice University

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Woodson Research Center, Fondren Library, Rice University

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