Papers of Edward E. Kennedy, 1921-1983.

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Papers of Edward E. Kennedy, 1921-1983.

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The papers of Edward E. Kennedy relate chiefly to his activities with the National Farmers' Union in the 1930s. There are speeches delivered by Kennedy, newspaper clippings, and correspondence files with letters from Milo Reno, Henry A. Wallace, and Guy M. Gillette. There is also material relating to his career as a probate judge, specifically there are subject folders concerning Orphan's Court and judicial reform issues. His work with the United Mine Workers of America is also documented.

1.5 linear ft., (3 boxes)

University of Iowa Libraries

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University of Iowa Libraries

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Wallace, Henry A. (Henry Agard), 1888-1965

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Gillette, Guy M. (Guy Mark), 1879-1973

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Kennedy, Edward E.

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Reno, Milo, 1866-1936.

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