Charles Sheldon papers, 1893-1942.

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Charles Sheldon papers, 1893-1942.

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This collection contains Sheldon's correspondence, his handwritten diaries of exploration and hunting trips in Alaska, his journal and a journal kept by James Wickersham, and miscellaneous papers. Included in the miscellaneous papers are minutes of the Boone and Crockett Club meetings, copies of Alaska Game Laws and biographical notes on Sheldon written by his son William.

4 ms. boxes 3 cu. ft.

University of Alaska Fairbanks, Elmer E. Rasmuson Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7443893

University of Alaska Fairbanks, Elmer E. Rasmuson Library

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