James Edward FergusonScrapbooks 1914-1940

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James Edward FergusonScrapbooks 1914-1940

Scrapbooks comprise the James EdwardFerguson Scrapbooks, 1914-1940, documenting the impeachment of Governor James EdwardFerguson.

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Ferguson, James Edward, 1871-1944

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Lawyer, banker, investor, and governor of Texas (1914-1917). From the description of Ferguson, James Edward, collection, 1911-1936. (University of Texas Libraries). WorldCat record id: 23469789 Lawyer, banker, investor, and governor of Texas (1914-1917). Collection concerning James E. Ferguson was assembled by Alex Dienst, Texana collector and Ferguson's friend, and primarily documents Ferguson's political career and the controversy over his activities as governor. Included ...

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