John Thomas Doyle letterbooks, 1858-1906.

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John Thomas Doyle letterbooks, 1858-1906.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/26541130

Letterpress copies of private and business letters of a California lawyer. Many relate to the Pious Fund litigation, the estate of Peter Donahue and other important cases in his extensive legal practice. Also includes references to his vineyards and winery.

1 carton, 1 box, 34 volumes (5.0 linear feet)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7164767

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