Joe C. Carrington Papers, 1922-1982.

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Joe C. Carrington Papers, 1922-1982.

http://www.lib.utexas.edu/taro/utcah/00249/00249-P.html

Joe C. Carrington was a self made entrepreneur from Texas. He was associated with many successful ventures, most significantly the bus and trucking industry. He was also active in many civic organizations.

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