John Tierney papers, 1941-1987.

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John Tierney papers, 1941-1987.

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Papers consist mainly of photographs of individual athletes, teams (primarily track and cross-country), and of John Tierney himself. The collection also consists of a clipping from The Panther, and Tierney Track and Field Classic programs for 1982 to 1987.

.4 cubic ft.

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, UWM Libraries

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University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, UWM Libraries

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