Gerald J. O'Donnell papers. 1921-1985.

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Gerald J. O'Donnell papers. 1921-1985.

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Biographical information, correspondence, subject files, desk diaries, and photographs documenting O'Donnell's career as a Minnesota labor and DFL Party leader.

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Gerald James O'Donnell was born November 24, 1898, the fifth of eight children born to Pat and Ellen O'Donnell. O'Donnell lived his entire life in St. Paul, Minnesota, growing up in a home located at 373 Harrison Avenue (now torn down to make way for Interstate 35E) and residing most of his adult life at 1875 Worcester Avenue. O'Donnell attended the Cretin School through the eighth grade and worked several years as a clerk and a driver before beginning his career in steamfitting. In...

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