Compton History Collection 1869-1998

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Compton History Collection 1869-1998

The collection includes newsclippings, histories, flyers, newsletters, minutes, correspondence, programs, yearbooks, municipal papers, and histories related to or about the city of Compton. Subjects include commerce, education, private residences, historic preservation, city anniversaries, and natural disasters.

3.5 linear feet; (7 boxes)

eng,

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SNAC Resource ID: 6652311

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