Papers, 1920-1965.

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Papers, 1920-1965.

Correspondence with political figures and letters relating to the Cross Florida Barge Canal.

1.25 lin. ft. (3 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7159038

University of Florida

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Pepper, Claude, 1900-1989

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