Pearce remininscences, 1903-1957.

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Pearce remininscences, 1903-1957.

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Summary: Consists primarily of an autobiographical manuscript entitled "Line Rider" by Joseph H. Pearce which describes his life in the Arizona Territory and the early days of statehood as a law enforcement officer, along with shorter reminiscences by him and clippings of articles from newspapers and magazines about him and Arizona Rangers and other lawmen with whom he was associated. Includes a small amount of correspondence he maintained with the APHS and others.

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Arizona Historical Society, Southern Arizona Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 7583814

Arizona Historical Society, Southern Arizona Division

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