Papers, 1859-1912 (bulk 1859-1872).

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Papers, 1859-1912 (bulk 1859-1872).

Correspondence, receipts, and miscellaneous papers primarily concerning Baber's involvement in the Wide Awake Club of Paris, Illinois, and the Republican Central Committee of Edgar County during the 1860 presidential election.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7168231

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

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