Jean M. Wilcox papers, 1929-1964.

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Jean M. Wilcox papers, 1929-1964.

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Memoranda, circulars, correspondence, articles, pamphlets, minutes, reports, and other papers pertaining to Wilcox's service as secretary of the Minnesota Birth Control League, with information on birth control legislation, Margaret Sanger's work, and the activities of other state and national birth control organizations; and data on Wilcox's work with the Minneapolis Town Meeting Association (1941-1958) and other Minnesota civic organizations.

1.0 cu. ft. (2 boxes).

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6707173

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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