Papers of James Bonar, 1886-1924.

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Papers of James Bonar, 1886-1924.

The papers of James Bonar contain correspondence, scrapbooks, and memorabilia.

42 pieces + 1 folder + 2 v.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7282581

University of Pittsburgh

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