Thomas LeRoy Collins Papers, 1909-1991, (bulk 1961-1991).

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Thomas LeRoy Collins Papers, 1909-1991, (bulk 1961-1991).

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Collection includes mostly materials from his post-Gubernatorial period (1961-1991), and some items from his earlier career. Included are campaign materials, personal memorabilia, correspondence, speeches, organization files, photographs, sound and video recordings.

9,980 items (ca.) (28 linear ft.)

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