Laurence Todd papers, 1902-1957.

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Laurence Todd papers, 1902-1957.

Letters to members of his family describing his journalistic activities and political events of the day; also diaries, 1934-1936, commenting on daily life, American politics during the New Deal, and international relations particularly with the Soviet Union.

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Bentley Historical Library

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