Laidlaw family papers., [ca. 1885-1928].

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Laidlaw family papers., [ca. 1885-1928].

Mainly letters of Clarence G. Akerly to his mother concerning his experiences in California and in France during World War I; letter from George C. Pardee to Murray Laidlaw; a few papers relating to Mrs. Laidlaw's early life in Evanston, Wyoming, including an autograph book, dance programs, etc; clippings relating to the University of California, to Hailey's comet and to Matteo Sandona; family portrait Christmas cards sent to the Charles E. Smith family from Governor Brown, Clark Kerr and Glenn T. Seaborg.

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Pardee, George C., 1857-1941

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University of California (1868-1952)

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