Records, 1875-1974.

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Records, 1875-1974.

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Incorporation papers, minutes, ledgers, formula books for Larkin products, financial and sales records, stock certificate books, supplier records, books of original coupons and labels, mail order catalogs, company histories, correspondence with subsidiaries and branch divisions, plans and correspondence concerning Larkin buildings (including the Larkin Administration Building by Frank Lloyd Wright), patent and trademark records, personnel materials, and Larkin family estate records. Correspondents include Elbert Hubbard, John Larkin, Sr., Harry Larkin, Jr. and Darwin D. Martin.

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Buffalo History Museum, Research Library

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Buffalo History Museum, Research Library

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