James J. Hill papers, 1823-1985 (bulk 1860-1916).

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James J. Hill papers, 1823-1985 (bulk 1860-1916).

Correspondence, financial records, legal documents, diaries, blueprints, maps, publications, speeches, biographical data, newspaper clippings, and photographs related to the personal and business dealings of St. Paul railroad baron and business magnate James J. Hill. Letterpress books on microfilm (M458). Catalog to the James J. Hill papers, consisting of an alphabetical card index and calendars to major correspondents and subjects also on microfilm (M675).

671.0 cu. ft. (1230 boxes, 66 folders, 49 tubes, and 3 microfilm reels).

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Minnesota Historical Society Library

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