Henderson County Public Library photograph collections, 1883-1966.

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Henderson County Public Library photograph collections, 1883-1966.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/191917816

These are photographs of people, places, and events in Henderson and Henderson County, Kentucky. Subjects include agriculture, churches, businesses, old homes, and local landmarks.

3.5 cubic ft.

Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Guide Project Office

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SNAC Resource ID: 6961994

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