Thomas Butler papers, 1804-1945.

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Thomas Butler papers, 1804-1945.

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Family papers pertain to household and business finances and include correspondence. The materials reflect the plantation economy in the antebellum and postwar periods. Twentieth-century papers consist primarily of bank accounts and stock interests. Civil War papers include Confederate military orders and other official correspondence. Other materials include Randolph family papers; letters received by Mary Louis Stirling (1833-1861) concerning family and social matters; and a half dollar (1860).

5.5 linear ft.

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7131080

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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Butler, Thomas, 1785-1847.

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