Claire Sprague papers, 1942-1973.

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Claire Sprague papers, 1942-1973.

Consists of correspondence to Mrs. Sprague from interned Japanese American former students (1942-1945), drafts of Claire Sprague's local history writings and poetry, correspondence from two sons and brief notes from Mr. and Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson (1960s).

1 box (0.5 linear ft.)

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