Robert S. Ellison, Walter M. Camp papers, 1864-1944.

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Robert S. Ellison, Walter M. Camp papers, 1864-1944.

Bulk of collection consists of Walter Mason Camp's research notes and correspondence. Records include interview notes, field notes, research correspondence and Camp's handwritten transcriptions of original source documents. Also includes Robert S. Ellison's personal and research related correspondence, reference materials and manuscripts. Microfilm contains Walter Mason Camp notes.

1 linear ft. (2 boxes), 1 oversize folder, 1 microfilm reel.

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