Francis G. Tracy papers, 1897-1943.

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Francis G. Tracy papers, 1897-1943.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/37350598

Correspondence, financial and legal records, printed matter, clippings, graphic materials and ephemera primarily illustrating Tracy's involvement in various irrigation and business ventures, as well as his agricultural interests and civic activities.

12 linear ft.

New Mexico State University

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New Mexico State University

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Tracy, Francis G. (Francis Gallatin), 1863-1951.

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Carlsbad, N.M. pioneer and leader in the agricultural development of the Pecos Valley. Tracy was active in several irrigation projects, and served as the chairman of the State Board of Water Commissioners. From the description of Francis G. Tracy papers, 1897-1943. (New Mexico State University). WorldCat record id: 37350598 Francis Gallatin Tracy was born February 6, 1863, in Bay Ridge, New York. Francis Tracy's father, U.T. Tracy, was rector of an Episcopal chu...