Papers, 1960-1981.

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Papers, 1960-1981.

Included in the collection are files collected by Hirsch through his involvement with the J.P. Stevens Campaign, the Committee on National Health Insurance, the Full Employment Action Council, and the Citizen Labor Energy Coalition.

21 linear feet.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7583996

Churchill County Museum

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