William Oscar Spears papers, 1914-1934.

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William Oscar Spears papers, 1914-1934.

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The collection contains the personal and family papers of Spears, the bulk consisting of detailed letters to his wife, Blanche Snodgrass Spears, concerning his missions to Brazil, 1919-1927, and Peru, 1930-1933; and his service visits to Panama, Cuba, and other South American countries. There are many references to social activities and local political events, including references to riots and political strife in Lima, Peru, 1930-1932; and descriptions of conflict in Havana, Cuba in 1933-1934. Other topics of discussion include Spears's command of various ships in the Atlantic Fleet, his shore life in the United States, naval staff affairs in Washington, D.C., and activities of his family in Chattanooga. Letters from his son, William Junior, relate to his first year at the United States Naval Academy, 1934. Volumes include the household account book of Blanche Spears, 1915-1917, and three volumes of Spears's addresses, printed in Spanish, circa 1930, and an account ledger, 1888.

About 480 items (1.0 linear ft.).

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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SNAC Resource ID: 7143467

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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