Vault circulation register, 1921-1930.

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Vault circulation register, 1921-1930.

Handwritten entries by Mary Watson, Pierce Butler, William Stetson Merrill, and George B. Utley listing items taken from the Museum and placed in the safe, and also recording items borrowed from the safe, reason for use, dates borrowed and returned, and borrower's name.

.5 cubic ft. (1 volume)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7171277

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